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The Economics of Artificial Intelligence in Africa: Short Course
Table of Contents
- AI and Economic Development Pathways in Africa
- Financing and Investing in Africa’s AI Economy
- AI, Regional Trade, and Market Integration
- Competition, Fairness, and Market Power
- African Data Economies & digital Infrastructure
- AI and Enduring Entrepreneurship
- Sectoral Change through AI
- Governance, Ethics, and the Political economy of AI
- AI and Intellectual Property
- AI, Labor Markets, Skills, and the future of Work
A policy-focused hackathon and applied case studies enhance practical learning.
Course Details
- Request Deadline: 9 February 2026
- Course Dates: 2 March – 9 April 2026
- Duration: 5 weeks (online)
- Format: Live virtual seminars + interactive sessions
- Available Seats: 25
- Cost: Fully funded scholarships
- Course Coordinator: Dr. Maria Hands (Wits School of Governance)
Why Apply?
- Gain leading-edge knowledge on AI’s economic impact in Africa
- Learn from top scholars and practitioners
- Build a continent-wide professional network
- Strengthen your capacity to influence AI policy, innovation, and regulation
- Earn a respected certificate from the university of the Witwatersrand (Wits University)
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Secure your spot in this competitive, fully funded course:
Applications close 9 February 2026
For more information: Click Here
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