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About AI Africa Impact

AI Africa Impact is an independent research and advisory firm focused on understanding how artificial intelligence is reshaping African economies. We provide data-driven insights, policy analysis, and strategic guidance to investors, development organizations, governments, and businesses navigating Africa's AI transformation.

Our Focus

Africa stands at a critical juncture. Artificial intelligence promises to accelerate economic growth, create new industries, and solve long-standing development challenges — but it also risks widening inequality, displacing workers, and concentrating wealth in the hands of a few. We exist to ensure decision-makers have the rigorous, Africa-grounded analysis they need to maximize AI's benefits while mitigating its risks.

Our Approach

We combine economic research methodology with technical understanding of AI systems. Our work bridges the gap between academic rigor and practical application — translating complex dynamics into actionable insights for policymakers, investors, and business leaders.

Our Founder

AI Africa Impact was founded by an economist and AI researcher with deep roots in African economic development.

Background

  • •Master's degree in Economics
  • •Former economist at a leading international policy think tank in Washington, DC
  • •Current doctoral candidate in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
  • •Published researcher on African economies, international trade, and China-Africa economic relations
  • •Experience leading data analytics teams for large-scale government projects
  • •Ethiopian heritage with on-the-ground experience across multiple African markets

Speaking & Thought Leadership

  • •Regular speaker at technology and economics conferences across Africa
  • •Focus areas include e-commerce, emerging technology adoption, and AI's macroeconomic impacts

Advisory Board

Coming soon — we are assembling a distinguished advisory board.

Work With Us

We partner with organizations committed to understanding AI's true impact on African economies.

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