Day 2 at Data for Policy CIC #dataforpolicy2024 2024 was inspiring! Caught up with my amazing friend and a leading figure in AI governance Dr. Dr Rachel Adams. Her work in helping governments design robust AI governance frameworks is pioneering. Thanks to AI4D Africa for connecting us!

Only 16 days left to apply for the Future of Work Research Initiative for West and Central Africa. Funded by IDRC | CRDI, secure grants of up to CAD100,000 to explore how digital tech can create job opportunities in the green & gig economy! Apply now 👉 buff.ly/4eq0jif

Want to learn how a flexible, adaptive regulatory approach can foster sustainable and inclusive AI development? Check out this insightful paper from African Observatory on Responsible AI by Dr. Fola Adeleke & Funbi Akinwale. Download here🔗buff.ly/3XUte7W

AI could increase Africa’s economy by $2.9 trillion by 2030! Is the potential being realised? This new GSMA report highlights AI-enabled use cases in Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa. Download to learn more 📥 buff.ly/3SfESqz

This Thursday, dive into discussions on the role and impact of Machine Learning in Africa's development and modernisation. The webinar is hosted by: The EthicsLab 📅 1st August, 2024 🕑 15:-00 SAST Learn more about the session and register:🔗 buff.ly/3LHS0Rt

Here's a comprehensive guide to embedding ethical principles into AI development in Africa👇 Discover actionable strategies and the role of existing frameworks and investments in responsible AI development on the continent. 📥 buff.ly/3zZib3s

🤔How can we integrate gender equality into AI? Explore the journey of #AI4D participants in this blog series from Gender at Work. First reflections from Daisy Salifu sheds light on GEI’s impact in agriculture and food systems. 🔗 buff.ly/46p6gIk

How can AI truly benefit humanity? Our new article explores how community engagement and human-centered approaches drive more equitable outcomes. Discover insights on overcoming biases and extending participation in AI research 👉buff.ly/46sPuYS

The latest report from CEIMIA, supported by IDRC | CRDI, delves into the transformative impact of AI in agriculture across sub-Saharan Africa. See how AI is revolutionizing farming and guiding responsible AI development to meet Africa's needs. 📥 buff.ly/3ykB5l9

🚀 New Release: African Observatory on Responsible AI Project Report 2021-2023! Explore how the African Observatory on Responsible AI is advancing AI research and policy across Africa, building networks, and engaging communities. 🔗Download the report buff.ly/4cUUVCs

Here is the methodology and conceptual framework of the Global Index on Responsible AI! From data collected by 100+ in-country researchers to the benchmarks and scoring system, our approach reflects global insights and diverse perspectives. 👉 buff.ly/3SJCwAt

We are at #HIC2024, organized by Academy for Health Innovation, Uganda. HASH is crowdsourcing English questions on sexual health, with a focus on STIs, to create an open-source training dataset for developers. Want to contribute? Click here: bit.ly/HASH_STI_Quest… #HealthInnovation Rosalind Ratanshi

Africa’s AI journey takes a big leap with the new African Union Continental AI Strategy. It’s all about building an inclusive, resilient AI ecosystem to power growth and SDG goals. This is how we can bring this vision to life: buff.ly/3X3BT5Y

"I used to believe outdated gender norms and stereotypes shaped my world. But working with women farmers and those with disabilities through AI4AFS opened my eyes" Inclusion in AI isn’t just about fairness—it’s about unlocking untapped potential. READ: buff.ly/4fUJlJv

EduAl Hub invites you to her 2-Day Summit on AI in Education! Come and discover the future potentials of AI technology in education. forms.gle/Kt2b9Hhsuta1aU… Kindly register using the link above.