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AI could reshape Kenya’s jobs, Labour CS says
Mutua said the replacement of workers by AI could create new legal disputes, particularly where employees lose their jobs because their duties have been automated
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John-Allan Namu: Investigative journalism should leave communities better informed
That shift, according to Africa Uncensored co-founder John-Allan Namu, reflects a growing conviction that journalism should empower communities to understand and respond to the issues affecting their lives long...
Global Affairs
Ghanaian influencer Abu Trica extradited to US over $8 million scam
Prosecutors said he used AI tools to create fake online identities, targeting victims through social media and dating sites, earning their trust, then extorting their money.
News
Kindiki calls for investment in better data systems for Kenya and Africa development
The Deputy President said data is an integral part of the socio-economic transformation agenda which makes the core of the government’s development objectives.
News
Amref Health Africa warns of AI deepfake scams impersonating officials
Amref Health Africa has issued a public warning about fraudulent online content using AI-generated videos and deepfakes to impersonate officials and promote fake health products. It says it does not sell medici...
Global Affairs
Mogadishu launches AI lab to tackle fake news in Somali language
The project, unveiled at a ceremony in Mogadishu, will use advanced technologies including Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Deep Learning to detect and analyse misinformation circulating on social media pl...
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State to use AI in police recruitment - CS Murkomen
Speaking at the finals of the AI hackathon hosted by the National Intelligence Research Unit on Wednesday, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen signaled the end of the manual era.
Technology
Elon Musk to build own AI chips with help of Optimus robots
Terafab, a manufacturing facility based near Austin, Texas, intends to bring logic, memory and advanced packaging under one roof.
Global Affairs
Google’s AI tool to predict floods before they happen
The tool, called Groundsource, converts publicly available information into a detailed historical record of disaster data that can be used to improve flood prediction models.
Global Affairs
AI candidate to run in Colombia's legislative elections
According to reports by El Colombiano, Gaitana is not a human candidate but a digital avatar created using artificial intelligence. The project has been developed as a political and technological experiment to...
Education and Career
Kenya, Italy sign new education MoU to boost AI, research ties
Kenya and Italy have signed a new education cooperation MoU in Nairobi, expanding collaboration in higher education, research, innovation and skills, with a focus on mobility, AI and technical training.
Global Affairs
Pope Leo XIV stresses guiding youth in the era of artificial intelligence
Acknowledging AI’s profound impact, Pope Leo said the technology influences millions daily and affects human thinking, learning, and relationships.