Artificial Intelligence vital in transforming Africa's digital economy – Prof. Dickson - Ghana Business News

Professor Mrs. Rita Akosua Dickson, Vice-Chancellor of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) says it is imperative that Africa takes the investment in Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology and its responsible use seriously. "AI holds much promise and is seen as a game changer in transforming the digital economy. "Therefore, institutions of higher learning in the sub-Region should focus on programmes that are directed at equipping the next generation with the requisite tools to lead the digital revolution," the Vice-Chancellor advised. Mrs. Dickson was addressing a conference dubbed: "Responsible AI and Ethics – A Panacea to Digital Transformation in Sub-Saharan Africa", held at the Great Hall, Kumasi. The programme was held under the auspices of the Responsible Artificial Intelligence Lab (RAIL), KNUST, and the Responsible Artificial Intelligence Network (RAIN) Africa, which seeks to promote the responsible adaptation and use of AI in sub-Saharan Africa.