All-Women AI PhD Program Launches in Africa

A pioneering Africa-Europe collaboration aims to train 700 African Doctor of Philosophy (PhDs) in artificial intelligence (AI) over the next decade. The first intake of this program, however, will be unique: it will consist entirely of women. This initiative is the brainchild of CORE AI, a research partnership uniting universities from both continents. The program … Read more

East African Scientists Use AI for Accurate Extreme Weather Forecasts

Climate scientists in East Africa are integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into traditional weather forecasting methods to enhance the accuracy of extreme weather predictions. The region faces increasing frequency and severity of extreme weather events due to climate change. By combining AI with physical atmospheric processes, researchers have developed a hybrid modeling approach that provides more … Read more

Study: AI Success in Africa Depends on Availability of Local Language Data and AI Talent

According to the latest Global System for Mobile Communications (GSMA) study report, the success of artificial intelligence (AI) in Africa hinges largely on the availability of local language data and addressing the AI skills gap. The report urges African countries to prioritize investment in domain-specific and local language data. It also recommends adopting participatory approaches … Read more