Working Groups

Working Groups

Our specialized working groups unite experts across Africa to examine critical dimensions of artificial intelligence governance, policy, and implementation. Through collaborative research and stakeholder engagement, we ensure African perspectives shape the global conversation on AI.

AI & Democracy Working Group

Examining the intersection of artificial intelligence and democratic processes in Africa. We explore how AI technologies can strengthen democratic institutions, ensure transparent governance, and protect civil liberties.

Democratic InstitutionsGovernanceCivil Liberties

AI & Judicial Systems Working Group

Our Africa AI & Judicial Systems Working Group brings together legal minds, technologists, and researchers to explore how artificial intelligence can strengthen justice delivery across Africa. We examine the opportunities and challenges of integrating AI into judicial systems—focusing on enhancing access to justice, improving efficiency, and upholding fairness.

Access to JusticeJudicial InnovationLegal Tech

Africa AI & Privacy Working Group

Exploring how AI technologies impact privacy rights, data governance, and regulatory frameworks in Africa. Addressing key challenges such as AI-driven surveillance, data security, and ethical AI deployment to ensure innovation aligns with privacy safeguards and human rights.

Data ProtectionPrivacy RightsEthical AI
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AI & Health Working Group

Exploring responsible AI adoption across health systems, public health data, clinical decision support, and equitable access to care in African contexts.

Health SystemsPublic Health DataEquitable Care
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AI & Critical Minerals Working Group

Examining how AI intersects with critical minerals value chains, resource governance, sustainability, transparency, and community rights.

Resource GovernanceTransparencySustainability
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AI & Education Working Group

Studying the impact of AI on learning systems, academic integrity, teacher support, inclusive access, and education policy across Africa.

Learning SystemsAcademic IntegrityInclusive Access
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AI & Intellectual Property Working Group

Exploring the future of copyright, patents, data rights, creative economies, and innovation policy in the age of generative AI.

CopyrightInnovation PolicyCreative Economies

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