Africa cannot build AI economy on fragile infrastructure, investor warns

BusinessDay | 02-09-2026 08:51am |

The article discusses concerns about Africa's ability to develop a strong artificial intelligence (AI) economy. An investor warns that without solid infrastructure, such as reliable internet and electricity, Africa may struggle to fully benefit from AI technology. The fear is that the continent could end up adopting AI without seeing the necessary economic changes it needs. Essentially, for Africa to successfully embrace AI, it must first improve its basic infrastructure.

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