How Africa Can Build AI on Its Own Terms

Africa’s AI future is not predetermined but will be shaped by the policy choices and partnerships made today. In this episode, Andrew Dabalen speaks with Dr. Chinasa Okolo, a leading expert on AI governance and contributor to the African Union’s AI strategy, about what it will take for Africa to shape its own AI future. The discussion explores the concept of AI sovereignty, highlighting the importance of local capacity, data governance, and context-specific solutions to ensure AI supports inclusive and sustainable development across the continent.