Artificial Intelligence Capacity Building Program graduates pose for a photo. Nairobi.
@iLabAfrica-Strathmore University recently graduated its first cohort of The Artificial Intelligence Capacity Building Program. The program, in collaboration with GIZ Kenya, was aimed at enhancing Artificial Intelligence expertise in Kenya.
Participants underwent extensive training on various aspects of Artificial Intelligence since April 2023. The training encompassed various fields such as FinTech, Justice, Agriculture, Energy, and the Ethical Use of AI.A representative from the German Embassy in Kenya pointed out the vitality of the training program citing, “Working towards a more open, inclusive, & sustainable approach to AI on a global scale, we aim to enhance the conditions for local AI development in its partner countries: Ghana, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Rwanda, South Africa, and Uganda.”
AI plays a pivotal role in driving innovation, efficiency, and problem-solving across Kenya’s sectors. From precision farming in agriculture to predictive analytics in healthcare, AI-powered solutions optimize processes and deliver significant advancements. In finance, AI technologies promote financial inclusion, while in transportation, they streamline logistics and reduce congestion. These applications highlight AI’s transformative impact in addressing challenges and fostering sustainable development throughout Kenya.
Nusu Mwamazi of ICT Kenya and Digital Economy speaks during the graduation. Nairobi.
Mr. Nusu Mwamanzi, Director at the Ministry of ICT Kenya and Digital Economy, takes these words with conviction. Speaking during the graduation of the trainees at the aforementioned Artificial Intelligence Capacity Building Program, Mr. Mwamazi stated, “AI drives innovation, enhances efficiency, and solves challenges in Kenya’s sectors.” He also added, “Our collaboration with the private sector to deploy digital infrastructures like Public WiFi and fiber optics and provide Kenyans with digital skills, is a positive start in enhancing the Artificial Intelligence ecosystem in Kenya.”
With the development of legal policies and frameworks to prepare the country for AI and data protection, The Government highlights Kenya’s proactive approach to developing legal policies and frameworks for AI and data protection. This initiative offers hope by signaling a commitment to responsible AI deployment while safeguarding citizens’ data privacy and rights. It demonstrates Kenya’s readiness to leverage AI for societal progress and economic growth, fostering confidence in its ability to innovate ethically and transparently.
