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Prof. Thabo Mbeki
AI Policy Director
Southern African AI Council
About
Professor Thabo Mbeki leads initiatives in AI policy development across Southern Africa. His work focuses on creating frameworks that promote responsible AI adoption while addressing unique regional challenges and opportunities.
Background
Thabo Mbeki is a distinguished researcher in AI policy and ethics, with a particular focus on the African context. Their work spans multiple areas of technology policy, including AI governance, digital rights, and inclusive innovation.
With over a decade of experience in technology policy research, they have contributed significantly to the development of AI governance frameworks across several African nations. Their approach combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of local contexts and needs.
Research Focus
Their research primarily focuses on developing comprehensive AI policy frameworks that address the unique challenges and opportunities in South Africa. This includes studying the ethical implications of AI deployment in various sectors including healthcare, education, and public services.
Areas of Expertise
Regional AI Policy
AI in Education
Digital Infrastructure
Impact and Contributions
Throughout their career at Southern African AI Council, they have led several influential initiatives in AI policy development. Their work has been instrumental in shaping how AI technologies are developed and deployed across South Africa and the broader African region.
Their contributions to regional ai policy have helped establish frameworks that ensure AI development remains ethical, inclusive, and aligned with African values and needs.