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There is a growing rise in the use of AI technologies across various sectors, which raises various ethical and regulatory concerns for the lawmaker, the users and the developers. This panel will examine the intersection of AI, ethics, security, governance, and the unique challenges and opportunities in the African context. Experts will explore how AI systems can be designed to align with African values, foster trust, and address ethical and regulatory gaps. The session will also examine geopolitical dynamics influencing AI development, particularly the competing roles of global powers and the implications for Africa’s digital sovereignty. Additionally, panelists will consider the need to address underlying inequalities, such as access to technology and the internet, to ensure inclusive AI development that drives innovation and sustainable growth across the continent.
Questions to be answered
What ethical principles which align with African cultural and societal values should guide the use of AI in Africa, particularly in sensitive sectors like health, finance, and governance?
How can cross-border regulatory collaboration address the challenges of AI governance in Africa?
How should African governments balance investments in AI to address fundamental inequalities, such as internet access and digital literacy?
What steps can African governments take to transition from being consumers of foreign AI technologies to becoming innovators in the global AI ecosystem?
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MODERATOR: Tami Koroye, University of Bradford - United Kingdom
SPEAKERS:
Karine Caunes, Centre for AI and Digital Humanism (Digihumanism)
Mercy King'ori, Future of Privacy Forum (FPF) - KenyaYomi Ajibade, Insulet - Nigeria
Yomi Ajibade, Insulet - Nigeria