argument: Notizie/News - Digital Governance
According to an article from UNESCO, the establishment of the first UNESCO-affiliated AI centre in Africa marks a significant milestone for the continent's AI development. The High-Level Forum on Artificial Intelligence, held in Rabat, Morocco, from June 3-5, 2024, culminated in the signing of an agreement between UNESCO, the Moroccan government, and the AI Movement, creating a Category 2 Centre. This centre aims to foster AI as a lever for development, promoting ethical AI use aligned with human rights. The Rabat Consensus on Artificial Intelligence was adopted, focusing on global AI governance, public sector AI utilization, and ensuring AI development serves the common good. The forum highlighted Africa's potential, emphasizing the need for robust infrastructure, preventing brain drain, and fostering innovation. UNESCO and AI Movement will train 5,000 African civil servants on AI and digital transformation over the next three years, enhancing AI literacy and capacity across the continent.