Championing Responsible Artificial Intelligence Policy in Africa – East African AI Policy Centre

The artificial intelligence (AI) landscape in Africa continues to evolve as AI takes centre stage in global policy fora. Several countries have embarked on developing AI strategies or policies to leverage the benefits and manage potential risks. The Centre for Intellectual Property and Information Technology Law (CIPIT), part of Strathmore University in Kenya, has conducted foundational work in defining the African AI ecosystem, identifying implications for various development sectors and framing AI through an African lens.

Building on these lessons, this project will enable CIPIT to advocate for and contribute to the development of responsible and ethical AI policy at a national and regional level, particularly in East Africa. This objective will be achieved through production and sharing of knowledge to inform policy, capacity strengthening of various stakeholders and collaboration with other AI policy actors to enhance impact. The project will contribute valuable insights to AI policymaking processes, guiding informed decision-making and policy development by conducting evidence-based research, engaging with policymakers and promoting community participation.

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