Challenge
Emerging technologies (e.g., AI, big data) are driving the Fourth Industrial Revolution and have a critical role in addressing Africa's challenges and accelerating development agendas. Several challenges — including infrastructure, skills, governance, and policy — must be addressed to fully leverage the potential of these emerging technologies and mitigate their risks.
Solution
Axum is helping build the Emerging Technology Institute and Action Lab in Kenya, which will focus on amplifying use cases of emerging technologies, research and thought leadership to generate empirical evidence for evidence-based policy formulation, policy and influence through engaging a close network of influential actors in the digital ecosystem, and capacity building of public servants on digital skills and emerging technologies.
Impact
By 2030, the Emerging Technologies Institute and Action Lab envisions a transformed Kenya where technology and innovation drive inclusive economic growth, foster sustainable development, and significantly improve the lives of millions of citizens.