About AI Conference

Introduction

The Africa Education Trust Fund (AETF) is excited to announce the upcoming Artificial Intelligence (AI) Conference, which will be hosted in Accra, Ghana, in November 2025. The conference is poised to be a landmark event focused on exploring the role of AI in addressing some of Africa’s most pressing challenges while also unlocking its immense potential for growth in education, innovation, and sustainable development.

This event will bring together experts, innovators, policymakers, educators, and thought leaders from across Africa and around the world to share knowledge, insights, and collaborative opportunities in the field of AI. Through this conference, AETF seeks to foster a multi-stakeholder platform for dialogue on how AI can be harnessed to shape Africa’s future—building bridges between the educational sector, government policy, the private sector, and emerging AI practitioners.

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Theme & Objectives

Theme:

AI for Africa: Unlocking Opportunities for Education, Innovation, and Sustainable Development

Objectives: 

The primary objectives of this conference are to:

Explore the Impact of AI on Education: Delve into how AI can transform the education system in Africa by improving learning outcomes, fostering access to education, and promoting inclusivity. The session will explore AI applications like personalized learning, virtual classrooms, and digital skills development.
Address Key Sectors: Investigate how AI can contribute to Africa’s economic, social, and environmental development in sectors such as agriculture, healthcare, infrastructure, and governance. Emphasis will be placed on how these sectors can harness AI to overcome the continent’s unique challenges and create new opportunities.
Foster AI Innovation and Youth Empowerment: Build capacity by empowering young people in Africa with the skills and opportunities to participate in and lead the AI revolution. Sessions will focus on encouraging youth innovation through AI-focused education and mentorship, as well as fostering entrepreneurial initiatives.
Create a Collaborative AI Network: Establish networks and partnerships across sectors—government, private sector, academia, and NGOs—that will work together on the adoption, regulation, and ethical implementation of AI technologies across Africa.
Facilitate Policy Development: Discuss the creation of effective AI governance frameworks and policies to ensure the ethical and responsible use of AI, including transparency, privacy, and data protection.

Target Audience

The conference is designed for a wide range of stakeholders, including:

Government Officials and Policymakers: Ministers, representatives, and decision-makers in sectors such as education, science, technology, innovation, and industry from African nations and international organizations.
Academics and Researchers: Scholars and experts from universities, research centers, and think tanks working on AI, technology, and their applications in various sectors.
AI Entrepreneurs and Innovators: Startups, established tech companies, and entrepreneurs working at the intersection of AI and technology development.
Educators and Curriculum Developers: Teachers, trainers, and educational leaders focused on advancing AI literacy, integrating AI into education, and creating future learning environments.
Students and Young Professionals: Individuals interested in AI, its applications, and pursuing careers in the rapidly evolving field of AI technology.
Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs): Civil society organizations working on education, digital literacy, development, and empowerment.
Media Representatives: Journalists and media representatives focused on technology, innovation, education, and development.

Expected Outcomes

The AI conference is expected to deliver the following outcomes:

Policy Recommendations: Specific recommendations for African governments on how to integrate AI into national development strategies, educational systems, and sustainable growth initiatives.
Networking and Partnerships: Establishment of cross-sector partnerships between governments, the private sector, academic institutions, and development organizations to promote AI research, innovation, and deployment in Africa.
AI Skills Development Programs: The launch of new programs and initiatives aimed at equipping young people in Africa with essential AI skills, knowledge, and professional networks for career development.
Actionable Roadmap for AI Implementation: A strategic roadmap for AI adoption across African nations, addressing education, governance, innovation, and sustainable development.
Increased Public Awareness: Enhanced understanding of AI’s transformative potential, its ethical implications, and its role in Africa’s socio-economic development.

This one-day AI conference represents a crucial opportunity to accelerate Africa's engagement with AI technologies. Through focused discussions, collaborative partnerships, and the empowerment of the next generation of African AI leaders, the conference will contribute significantly to creating a sustainable and inclusive AI ecosystem in Africa.

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+233 302 950 488

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2nd Nyadji Crescent Road Asylum Down, Accra – Ghana