The organisers aimed to ensure that future AI policies and practices throughout the continent are rooted in participatory principles, reflecting the varied perspectives and needs of African communities
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African Commission calls for guidelines to adapt African media policy to digital era
The Commission’s resolution highlights the pressing need to update African media policy for the digital age.
Collaborative efforts across disciplines and sectors key to AI development and deployment
Dr Moyo said MISA supports the African Union’s (AU) approach in negotiating the development and deployment of Afrocentric AI, which reflects African identities, acknowledging the necessity for scale and influence when dealing with platforms and countries that are ahead of the curve.