Source: The Sierra Leone Telegraph

The Sierra Leone Telegraph reports that the African Union has launched a formal initiative to champion the use of artificial intelligence for the continent’s economic and social development. The AI strategy aims to foster innovation across key sectors including health, agriculture, education, and employment.

The initiative promotes ethical AI use, regional cooperation, and digital sovereignty. It also encourages member states to build localized capacity, invest in infrastructure, and establish shared legal and governance frameworks to guide AI development responsibly.

The AU initiative marks a milestone in the continent’s long-term digital transformation.