C4IR Global AI Summit on Africa

The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution and the Ministry of ICT & Innovation, in collaboration with the World Economic Forum, will host the inaugural Global AI Summit on Africa in Kigali, Rwanda under the theme: “AI and Africa’s Demographic Dividend: Reimagining Economic Opportunities for Africa’s Workforce.”

Home to the largest and fastest-growing workforce in the world, Africa is poised to play a consequential role in the global AI ecosystem. Maximising AI’s tremendous benefits and mitigating its inherent risks will require multi-stakeholder engagement and inclusive dialogue.

This premier event will gather world leaders, government ministers, CEOs, civil society, start-ups, investors, and international organizations to shape Africa’s role in the global AI economy.

Access to the Global AI Summit on Africa is by invitation only. Register your interest in joining us today.

Programme at a glance

Over two days, through keynotes, panels, and workshops, the summit will focus on how AI can be harnessed to create inclusive economic opportunities, foster innovation, and enhance the skills of Africa’s workforce.

The programme is formed around 7 thematic areas to guide dialogue and collaboration:

People
Jobs, Skills, and Talent Mobility in the Global AI Economy

Infrastructure
Barriers to Adoption and Building Blocks for the Future

Data
A Strategic Imperative for Adoption, Equity, and Sovereignty

AI Models
Gaps and Opportunities for Inclusive Development—Language, Culture, and Context

AI Applications
Equitable and Human-Centric Use Cases to Transform Economies and Societies

Entrepreneurship
Bolstering Talent, Knowledge, and Capital to Scale Innovation-Driven Enterprises

Governance
Building Trust and Citizen Protection to Foster Inclusive, Ethical, and Sustainable AI