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The White House’s ambitious “Making America Healthy Again” (MAHA) report is facing mounting scrutiny after experts identified that dozens of its scientific citations appear to have been generated using artificial intelligence – resulting in fabricated studies, repeated entries and incorrect authorship. Out of 522 footnotes reviewed by The Washington Post in the report’s initial version, […]
As AI systems evolve, their ability to operate in fast-changing, resource-constrained, and high-impact environments is redefining what’s possible. SACAIR 2025 will explore how AI is being deployed at the edge—whether in real-time decision-making, autonomous systems, or applications in healthcare, finance, and infrastructure. This theme highlights cutting-edge research driving efficiency,...
Ready to dive into the heartbeat of Africa’s AI revolution? At iAfrica, we’re not just reporting on the continent’s tech transformation, we’re building a community where innovators, dreamers, and doers can connect, share, and spark ideas that shape the future. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce our new Substack community, a space where you can […]
A new analysis by environmental researcher Alex de Vries-Gao is raising the alarm on artificial intelligence’s rapidly growing appetite for electricity—and the climate consequences that come with it. Published in the journal Joule, de Vries-Gao’s study explores how large-scale AI systems like ChatGPT are helping to push global data center energy use to new highs. […]
Bill Gates is betting big on Africa – not just to adopt artificial intelligence, but to lead the charge. Speaking virtually at the Global AI Summit on Africa, held in Kigali from April 3 to 4, the Microsoft co-founder and Chair of the Gates Foundation described AI as a “life-saving opportunity” for the continent, especially […]
Henry Gichobi, a rice farmer in central Kenya, doesn’t rely on guesswork to grow his crops anymore. Instead, he consults a WhatsApp chatbot. The chatbot – powered by Virtual Agronomist, an artificial intelligence tool developed by the global nonprofit Innovative Solutions for Decision Agriculture – uses satellite data to assess soil fertility and recommend the […]
Italy is doubling down on Africa’s digital future, and Kenya is stepping up as a key partner. On Tuesday, Italian Undersecretary for Business Fausta Bergamotto led a high-level mission to Nairobi to expand bilateral cooperation in tech, digital infrastructure, and artificial intelligence. The visit culminated in Kenya officially joining the governance board of the upcoming […]
At Google I/O, the tech giant unveiled its latest power move: AI Mode, a shiny new feature built right into Google Search. Now, that might sound like a minor upgrade – until you realize this could completely reshape how we use the internet. Let’s zoom out for a second. Google Search, a.k.a. the company’s billion-dollar […]
Esther Kimani isn’t just growing crops – she’s growing a revolution. At 29, she’s the founder and fearless force behind Farmer Lifeline Technologies, an agritech startup that’s helping smallholder farmers across Africa fight back against pests, diseases, and crushing crop losses. Her secret weapon? Artificial intelligence. Her mission? Making sure no farmer is left behind […]
The African Union Commission, in partnership with the Government of Ethiopia and the Institute for Security Studies, hosted a High-Level Policy Dialogue on the Development and Regulation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Africa. The event brought together delegates from over 40 African countries, including heads of state, ministers, AU commissioners, diplomats, civil society leaders,...
In a major step toward regulating emerging technologies, Lagos has announced plans to release Nigeria’s first set of artificial intelligence (AI) guidelines in the coming weeks. Olatubosun Alake, commissioner for innovation, science, and technology, made the announcement during the official launch of tech firm Dyna.Ai. He emphasized that the guidelines are not legally binding policies […]
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has reaffirmed Ethiopia’s commitment to becoming a leader in Africa’s technological transformation, emphasizing that homegrown artificial intelligence solutions are key to advancing the African Union’s Agenda 2063. Speaking during the AI for Africa program at the ongoing Ethiopian Tech Expo 2025 (ETEX 2025), Abiy highlighted a vision for a digitally sovereign […]
Rwanda’s justice system just got a tech upgrade – and it’s not your typical courtroom drama. A new AI-powered legal platform is stepping in to help lawyers, judges, and prosecutors work smarter, faster, and more efficiently. Built by local legal tech firm IST Legal, the platform is designed to simplify legal processes, cut red tape, […]
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is getting a high-tech upgrade – and it’s not just about new coffee machines in the break room. Armed with artificial intelligence, sharper data analytics, and a R7.5 billion budget boost over the next three years, SARS is gearing up to meet an ambitious new revenue target. Finance Minister […]
SAP has released a new report, Africa’s AI Skills Readiness Revealed, offering insights into how African companies are responding to the growing need for artificial intelligence skills and examining the broader landscape of AI integration across the continent. Nazia Pillay, interim managing director for SAP South Africa, said the findings underscore an urgent business imperative. […]
Artificial intelligence is transforming the financial services sector, offering a new level of efficiency, security, and personalization. With its ability to analyze vast datasets in real time, AI is enhancing everything from fraud detection to credit risk assessment and regulatory compliance. One of the most immediate applications of AI is fraud detection. Financial institutions process […]
Hacked and jailbroken AI-powered chatbots are increasingly capable of generating dangerous and illegal information, according to cybersecurity researchers who say the risk is urgent and growing. The warning follows a report from researchers at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, who found that leading chatbots – including ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude – can be manipulated into […]
The United States has escalated its semiconductor conflict with China by implementing a sweeping global ban targeting Huawei’s Ascend AI chips. The move, announced May 14, 2025, marks a significant shift in Washington’s export control policy – applying restrictions not just domestically, but worldwide. The Biden-era “AI Diffusion Rule” has been rescinded without a direct […]
Google has unveiled a new “AI Mode” for its search engine, offering users a more conversational experience powered by its Gemini chatbot. The feature, launched Tuesday in the U.S., allows people to interact with search more like they’re speaking to an expert, rather than sifting through web links. The announcement came during Google’s annual developers […]