Abubakar Suleiman, CEO of Sterling Bank, advocates for Africa to invest in building a strong Artificial Intelligence (AI) workforce. Speaking at the Bluechip Data and AI Summit 2024, he highlighted Africa’s potential advantage due to its youthful population, projected to reach 2.5 billion by mid-century. Suleiman emphasized the importance of nurturing AI talent through hands-on learning and AI clusters, as traditional education may lag behind rapidly evolving technology. He believes AI could transform vital sectors like healthcare and education, arguing that scaling AI talent is crucial for Africa to thrive both locally and globally. For more details, check out the full article here. How do you think AI could reshape Africa’s industries in the future?
Sterling Bank CEO Emphasizes Need for AI-Prepared Workforce in Africa
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