Organisations such as The 1926 Club foster rational discussion and respectful disagreement to counter online isolation and echo chambers
As world leaders convene for the High-Level Week of the UN General Assembly in New York, 11 of the world’s leading economists urge the recognition and upholding of the economic value of public interest media in the age of artificial intelligence
Albania’s AI ‘minister’ for procurement highlights tech’s potential in fighting corruption but South Africa’s experience shows accountability is key
International Literacy Day offers a time for reflection on the situation in Africa, where gains have been made in literacy figures but where much remains to be done
For the first time in 14 years, the G20 youth engagement group (Y20) closed its summit last week without issuing a communiqué — the set of recommendations that usually feeds into a declaration by world leaders at their annual summit, this year being hosted in Johannesburg in November. In June, the Y20 submitted a communique […]
Artificial intelligence assists in healthcare, education and business but synthetic intelligence poses risks to human identity and spirituality, requiring careful control
Edward Kieswetter says taxpayers’ willingness to comply has been eroded by poor governance
We desire existential certainty in this world of complexity and amid our sense of powerlessness, but turning to the new oracles isn’t a solution
Artificial intelligence will replace most jobs and create few. The future is bleak – except for the rich
The country needs a dynamic body to help the legislative framework adapt to rapid tech changes, such as artificial intelligence, balancing innovation with ethics, security and the effects on society
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