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AI Policies in Africa

Key statistics and facts about AI policy development across the African continent.

National AI Strategies and Policies

9

African countries have developed an AI Strategy or Policy

Nigeria & South AfricaDraft AI Strategy
TanzaniaHealth Sector AI Strategy

Domestic Bill/Draft Law

2

Countries have tabled bills to Regulate AI

Morocco & NigeriaAI Regulation Bills
KenyaAI Regulatory Motion

Kenya's AI Motion

Motion Discussed on 31 July 2024 for AI Regulatory framework

Parliamentary Motion

Data Protection Law on Automated Processing

Countries with specific provisions60% ~ (18)
Countries without data protection laws20% ~ (6)

Based on 30 surveyed countries

International Interventions Adopted

  • UNESCO AI Resolution adopted by UNESCO Member countries
  • UN AI Resolution March 2024
  • Bletchley Park Declaration

AI Readiness Index

54
Countries tracked
8
With detailed profiles

Updated weekly with latest developments

Regional Overview

Africa is rapidly developing AI governance frameworks. With 9 countries having national AI strategies and increasing international cooperation, the continent is positioning itself as a key player in global AI policy discussions.

Data updated: March 2026