Africa must not become a data colony feeding algorithms that serve the Global North, while remaining voiceless in shaping the rules
The economy is expected to create a jobs boom if the country can fix its electricity grid and meet the increasing demand for local copper beneficiation
With visionary leadership, ethical stewardship and strategic collaboration, artificial intelligence can help us leapfrog old limitations and create a more just, prosperous and sustainable society
Once jobs were clearcut relationships between employer and employee, but in the gig economy labour laws often fall short
Artificial intelligence can be a powerful ally but only if we cultivate the skills and habits that affirm our commitment to truth, discernment and verification
The use of artificial intelligence in arbitration may support justice, but it cannot replace those who are tasked with safeguarding it
Homegrown tech is giving artists the power to own, protect and profit from their work
Open-source models and falling costs have democratised access, with actors such as DeepSeek proving foundational AI is no longer exclusive to Big Tech
Data analytics and strategic manipulation have become the new tools in today’s politics, even in Africa
Digital ‘slavery’ such as that of content moderators, trainers and data labellers, is insidious, hidden and underpaid
The G20, and countries like South Africa, must work out practical safeguards, framed by ethical responsibility and democratic values to regulate AI
Technology is not neutral — it reflects societal values and addressing inequality is crucial to prevent technology from becoming another tool for control and violence
The trade-off for curiosity and choice is the lack of accountability that we foster with artificial intelligence
Most artificial intelligence bots are trained outside the continent, raising questions of bias
In many cases, the digital economy presents a perceived lifeline for families who are struggling to make ends meet
South Africa’s fragmented AI strategy threatens its tech leadership as Morocco, Nigeria and others invest in deep tech, research and innovation to lead Africa’s digital future
An organisation says the devices reduce children’s ability to concentrate and learn effectively
The robots could fix the street robots, replace the raggedly traffic controllers and fill in the potholes
Online culture makes it increasingly difficult to believe in coincidence or divine intervention because of the feedback loop of curated social media algorithms
Using artificial intelligence would address financial burdens, eliminate geographical restrictions and offer agility in conflict resolution – but there are pitfalls such as bias
Automation, driven by artificial intelligence, threatens jobs for low-skilled and semi-skilled workers and these groups are also subjected to higher interest rates and unfavourable lending conditions
Investment in African-led, context-specific technology such as 3D printing and artificial intelligence is vital
Artificial Intelligence enables earlier detection, faster treatment decisions and precision treatment, but data quality and high costs limit its use
But the ‘data desert’ in sub-Sahara means the artificial intelligence models are inappropriate
To truly protect against AI-driven threats, we need both technological innovation and human insight
Where algorithms see risk, we must see potential; where systems see statistics, we must recognise humanity
A study has found that artificial intelligence apps need to include data sets and traditional practices
Artificial intelligence’s large language models are not the new
saviour they are thought to be – they fail to love us equally
Companies must focus on reducing their carbon footprint and run their data centres on renewable energy
Research shows that 38% of South African journalists make use of artificial intelligence tools
South African law needs to deal with the dangers of generative AI so we can safely take advantage of its benefits
Using AI can boost businesses but there are challenges
in managing and using data and personal information belonging to employees, customers and suppliers