- Africa’s AI future must reflect its own context, not mimic global models
- AI is reshaping identity, ethics, and power, beyond mere automation
- Lack of unified governance leaves Africa reliant on foreign platforms
- African data often fuels biased algorithms benefiting external interests
- Weak local regulation risks widening global inequality and eroding autonomy
- Responsible AI must be grounded in African values for lasting impact
- Ubuntu should guide AI ethics, ensuring inclusivity and justice
- A Continental AI Charter is needed for ethical standards and data sovereignty
- Tunisia and South Africa lead, but broader continental innovation is essential
- Africa must steer its AI journey to protect dignity and empower its people
