Discover the potential and challenges of big data and AI in Africa in this webinar, organised by Nina Jojer and the American Business Council and in partnership with the Africa-Canada Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation Consortium (ACADIC).
Hear from experts and practitioners how big data and AI can transform various sectors and domains in Africa, such as health, education, agriculture, finance, governance and security. Learn about the ethical, human rights, governance and inclusion issues that need to be addressed to ensure a responsible, inclusive and sustainable use of big data and AI in Africa. Get policy recommendations and best practices that can foster AI development and innovation in Africa. Guest Speakers:
- Hon. Chukwuemeka Ujam PhD mni, Managing Partner Nina Jojer.
- Margaret Olele, CEO/Executive Secretary American Business Council
- Ms Esther Kunda, Director-General for Innovation and Emerging Technologies, Ministry of ICT Rwanda
- Joris Cyizere Acting Managing Director for the Center for AI and Innovation Policy in Rwanda
Panel Speakers:
- Prof Olayinka David-West, Associate Dean, Lagos Business School, Program Lead Sustainable and Inclusive Digital Financial Services initiative.
- Nanjira Sambuli, Carnegie Endowment Fellow in the Technology and International Affairs Program at The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
- Rob Floyd, Director, Innovation and Digital Policy, ACET.
- Davy K Uwizera, CEO of Huza Labs Rwanda and Kenya.
- John Edokpolo, Director of Corporate, External and Legal Affairs, Microsoft MEA Emerging Markets.
Moderator: Dr. Jude Kong Africa-Canada Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation Consortium
