A two-day pan-African AI conference was held in Lagos, Nigeria, co-hosted by the United States. The conference aimed to promote safe, secure, and trustworthy AI systems in Africa, with hundreds of attendees from various fields. U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell emphasized the importance of collaboration between the U.S. and Africa in AI development and deployment. He highlighted AI’s potential to address global challenges like health, food security, and climate change. The African Union’s AI strategy was also discussed, which sets a roadmap for African countries to harness AI’s potential. Additionally, Nigeria’s minister announced a $61,000 grant for AI startups, and analysts predict that AI could boost Africa’s economy by $2.9 trillion by 2030. The conference marked a significant step in Africa’s technological future, emphasizing the need for inclusive and collaborative approaches to AI development.

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