Africa AI Innovation Summit explores solutions for persons with special needs

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Africa AI Innovation Summit explores solutions for persons with special needs

The Africa AI Innovation Summit focused on utilizing Artificial Intelligence technologies and Robotics to assist individuals with special needs in social interactions and unfamiliar environments. Through these technologies, tools are being developed to enhance speech and conversational skills for those with special needs. A hackathon organized by various entities including the Kenya National Innovation Agency and Huawei resulted in innovative solutions for persons with special needs.

During the summit, young innovators showcased their technological solutions aimed at addressing the challenges faced by individuals with special needs. The event emphasized the importance of key technological enablers such as infrastructure, data, skills, ethics, and financing for the successful implementation of AI solutions in Africa. Huawei, Microsoft, and G42 were among the companies supporting the development of AI solutions for African problems.

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