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Better futures for Africa through evidence-based AI governance

African nations face major barriers to participating in global AI development; many lack the research infrastructure, policy frameworks, or international recognition needed to ensure AI benefits their 1.4 billion citizens.

01 - Policy Research & Analysis

We conduct rigorous economic and policy research that governments need to make informed AI decisions.

Evidence-Based Analysis

Peer-reviewed quality research using econometric modeling, field surveys, and comprehensive data analysis across 54 African countries completely.

Practical Application

Research designed for policymakers - academically rigorous but accessible, with clear recommendations and implementation frameworks.

Continental Perspective

First insightful comprehensive AI economics research covering all African regions, from the Sahel to Southern Africa, capturing diverse economic contexts.

Global Recognition

Our research informs international AI governance discussions, ensuring African voices are heard in forums shaping humanity's technological future.

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Government Advisory Services

Working together with African governments, we develop national AI strategies, build policy capacity, and provide ongoing advisory support.global citizenship and planetary responsibility. Thanks to our advanced technological infrastructure.

National AI Strategy Development

National AI Strategy Development

Comprehensive policy frameworks tailored to each country's economic structure, development priorities, and resource constraints.

Economic Impact Assessment

Economic Impact Assessment

Quantitative analysis of AI's potential contribution to GDP, employment, and sectoral transformation with specific investment recommendations.

Regulatory Framework Design

Regulatory Framework Design

Evidence-based governance models balancing innovation promotion with consumer protection, optimized for limited regulatory capacity.

Implementation Support

Implementation Support

Ongoing advisory services ensuring strategies translate from policy documents to measurable economic outcomes.

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Capacity Building & Training

Research Fellowship Program

Training African researchers in AI economics methodology, policy analysis, and international governance frameworks.

Policy Practitioner Training

Workshops for government officials on AI strategy development, economic impact assessment, and regulatory design.

Academic Partnerships

Collaborations with African universities to establish AI economics curricula and research programs.

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Knowledge Transfer

Public seminars, webinars, and conferences disseminating research findings to broader policy and business communities.

Be the change for one country:

🇳🇬 Nigeria

Nigeria needs comprehensive AI strategy to capture its $59 billion economic opportunity and create millions of jobs.

🇰🇪 Kenya

Kenya's innovation ecosystem requires policy frameworks protecting data workers while promoting AI entrepreneurship.

🇿🇦 South Africa

South Africa needs AI adoption strategies balancing industrial automation with employment preservation.

RESEARCH IMPACT

Nigeria's National AI Strategy

Our Research Domains

AI Economics

Quantifying AI's impact on African GDP, productivity, investment flows, and economic transformation.

Infrastructure Economics

Analyzing optimal investment strategies for AI-enabling digital infrastructure in African contexts.

Global Value Chains

Understanding Africa's current position and identifying pathways to capture more value in AI global economy.

Labor Market Analysis

Understanding AI's effects on employment in both formal and informal sectors across diverse African economies.

Innovation Ecosystems

Assessing conditions for AI entrepreneurship, startup development, and venture capital attraction.

Policy Frameworks

Developing governance models optimized for resource-constrained environments that promote innovation while protecting citizens.

Regional Integration

Examining how continental cooperation can accelerate AI development and maximize economic benefits.

Our Approach

Rigorous Methodology

Academic-quality research using advanced econometric techniques, original data collection, and transparent methodology.

Policy Relevance

Analysis designed for decision-makers with clear recommendations, implementation roadmaps, and cost-benefit assessments.

African Perspective

Research grounded in African economic realities, cultural contexts, and development priorities rather than imported frameworks.

Global Standards

Work meets international research standards while addressing uniquely African challenges and opportunities.

Our numbers

Be the change for one continent

Your support enables rigorous, independent research ensuring African voices shape global AI governance.

54
African countries covered
8
Governments integrating our research into national strategies
$1.2T
Economic opportunity identified
50+
Publications advancing AI policy understanding

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To learn more about our research partnerships and policy advisory services, please contact us at [email protected] or send us a message.

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Current Research Projects

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