Africa continued its impressive trajectory in AI adoption and development in the second quarter of 2024. This report highlights the key trends and initiatives shaping the continent’s AI landscape.

African countries are rapidly integrating AI into their day-to-day operations. Nations such as Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Zambia, and Egypt are at the forefront, with governments leveraging AI for a variety of tasks. These range from tax return verification and crime prevention to managing educational resources, demonstrating AI’s versatility and growing importance in public administration.

This report delves into specific AI initiatives across 16 African countries, including Botswana, Congo, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Libya, Mali, Morocco, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. The diversity and scope of these projects underscore the continent-wide embrace of AI technologies.

Key trends include Continental Strategy, building a skilled workforce, exploring AI in more sectors, increasing partnerships and collaboration, and receiving support from international actors.