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North-West University has become the first South African university to adopt an official artificial intelligence policy, positioning the institution as a leader in AI governance in the higher education sector.
The university said its council approved the policy at its most recent meeting. Prof. Anné Verhoef, director of the NWU AI Hub, called the move a milestone th...
Artificial intelligence in Egypt has shifted from a long-term ambition to a central part of the country’s technology infrastructure, shaping how capital is allocated, policies are developed and questions of digital sovereignty are managed.
The shift comes as Cairo is being positioned as a hub for AI collaboration, investment and innovation across Africa and the Midd...
Côte d’Ivoire’s Ministry of Economy, Planning, and Development has adopted its 2026-30 Information System Master Plan, a strategic framework aimed at modernizing digital tools, strengthening data security and improving the management of public services.
The document was formally presented during an official ceremony in Abidjan.
“The Master Plan is now a st...
A team of Kenyan university students has won the Stars of Innovation: U.S.-Kenya AI Challenge after developing an artificial intelligence-powered platform aimed at addressing maternal health challenges in the country.
The team beat seven other finalists with MediBora, an AI-backed system designed to support continuous monitoring of expectant mothers, provide early r...
A Tunisian filmmaker has claimed a major milestone for artificial intelligence in cinema after his short film won the first Google AI Film Award, taking home a $1 million prize at the 1 Billion Followers Summit.
“Lily,” directed by Zoubeir Jlassi, won the inaugural award, marking a breakthrough moment for AI-driven filmmaking and highlighting Africa’s growing presen...
