Open isn’t always fair, especially when African languages & community voices are at stake. We co-hosted a workshop with @creativecommons & @datalawafrica on why traditional licensing frameworks fall short for African language datasets in the age of AI. 🔗

RT @datalawafrica: We now have a Plain Language Explainer & a Summary Sheet for the NOODL License! These resources were created by our @chy….

While digital gov’t services grow, how are we ensuring they’re equitable?. This piece explores: .✅ Digital transformation potential .🚧 Gendered access barriers .📊 Data & AI bias .👩🏽‍💻 Inclusive governance strategies. 📖

Convenient, yes. But are digital govt services really safe? 🤔.E-Citizen & Smart Zambia have made access easier but at what cost to data sovereignty?.📖 This blog explores risks & offers recommendations for 🇰🇪 & 🇿🇲 to build secure digital infrastructure. 👉

📘 The report explores four key areas:. 🔸 AI and data governance.🔸 AI innovation and infrastructure.🔸 The practical application of AI across key sectors.🔸 Responsible AI, focusing on policies, frameworks, and continental strategies. 📖

✨The state of AI in Africa report provides an updated assessment by tracking AI projects across the continent, examining the ethical, regulatory and infrastructural challenges countries currently face, and proposing actionable recommendations. 📖

💥 New Report Alert 🎉 .AI is no longer on Africa’s horizon, it’s here. What’s working, what’s missing, and how do we move forward responsibly?.🎉 @StrathCIPIT 's latest report, provides an updated assessment of the state of AI in Africa as of 2025. 📖

RT @KELINKenya: Joshua Kitili: The research has spoken. Now it’s time to stop talking and start acting. Let’s turn these rich findings into….

RT @KELINKenya: To get things moving, we kicked off with a practical panel on how to activate the recommendations from #CostsOfConnection.….

Kenya has made strides in digitising public services through platforms like eCitizen and Huduma. But for many, especially in rural and low-income areas, access remains out of reach. @StrathCIPIT 's blog unpacks how we can close the digital divide.

RT @AIRAfrica: 🚨 Save the date: June 25 📌. Join us for a live webinar: “From Data Protection to Algorithmic Oversight: Are DPAs Africa’s Be….

RT @Afrinnovation: COSAA 2025 was a powerful moment for African #AI governance🔥.Hosted by @StrathCIPIT at @StrathU, the conference tackled….

RT @Afrinnovation: COSAA 2025 a marqué un moment fort pour la gouvernance africaine de l’#IA 🔥.Organisée par @StrathCIPIT à @StrathU, la co….

From the insightful conv​e​rsations, to the shared laughs, we loved every moment of COSAA 2025. Catch COSAA recap here; .Day One Livestream .Morning session - Afternoon session- Day Two Livestream-

Thank you to Speakers, Panelists, Attendees, Suppliers and all Stakeholders. A huge thank you to our sponsors, Artificial Intelligence for Development @AI4Dev , International Development Research Centre (@IDRC_CRDI), UK International Development and Hewlett Foundation

The East African AI Policy Hub advances responsible, ethical, and inclusive AI by: . 🔹 Evidence-based research.🔹 Cross-sectoral collaboration.🔹 Promoting ethical, holistic governance.🔹 Fostering inclusive, accountable ecosystems.🔹 Strengthening regional collaboration

These efforts have established @StrathCIPIT as a leading voice in AI governance, advancing its positioning as the East African AI Policy Hub (EA AI Policy Hub). Today, we proudly introduce the.✨ East African AI Policy Hub ✨

Over the past five years, @StrathCIPIT has built a nuanced understanding of the African AI ecosystem, especially within East Africa, through research, stakeholder engagement, training, knowledge-sharing sessions, collaborative activities, and policy influence.

What do you know about East African AI, its development and application?🤔

We promised you something big before COSAA 2025 ends… and it’s time. 🎉🥳🎊. You’ve stayed with us through two days of rich conversations, bold ideas, and a shared purpose. Now that you’ve come this far…. 3… 2… 1…