L'IA devrait apporter 15,7 billions de dollars américains à l'économie mondiale d'ici 2030, mais seulement 10 % de cette contribution sera ressentie dans les pays du Sud.
A discussion paper authored by participants of the AI Hub for Sustainable Development's Local Language Partnership Accelerator Pilot
AI is expected to contribute US$15.7 trillion to the global economy by 2030, but only 10 percent of this will be felt in the Global South.
Comment les pays du G7 aident-ils les économies émergentes à tirer parti de l'IA pour le développement durable ?
Alors que seulement 5 % des talents africains en IA ont accès à la puissance de calcul et aux ressources nécessaires pour effectuer des tâches complexes, nous devons agir dès maintenant pour changer cette trajectoire.
Avec l'essor rapide de l'intelligence artificielle (IA) en tant que moteur majeur du progrès technologique, il n'a jamais été aussi important de démocratiser l'accès aux opportunités numériques grâce à une meilleure représentation et à l'inclusion de diverses langues.
La vision d'un développement inclusif de l'IA sera un thème central de la prochaine réunion ministérielle du Groupe des Sept (G7) prévue à Rome le 10 octobre, au cours de laquelle les ministres et parties prenantes italiens et africains se réuniront pour discuter de l'avenir de la technologie et du développement.
Déclaration officielle détaillant les engagements des dirigeants du G7 sur les questions mondiales et saluant la création du hub sur l'IA.
Le premier rapport du Hub d'IA détaillant les problèmes, les besoins et les opportunités pour le Hub afin de soutenir les écosystèmes locaux d'IA en Afrique.
Blog présentant le partenariat entre le G7 et le PNUD pour promouvoir l'IA au service du développement durable en Afrique.
Avec l'essor rapide de l'intelligence artificielle (IA) en tant que moteur majeur du progrès technologique, il n'a jamais été aussi important de démocratiser l'accès aux opportunités numériques grâce à une meilleure représentation et à l'inclusion de diverses langues.
The Italian government and the United Nations Development Programme, in collaboration with African nations, including kenya, have co-designed the artificial intelligence hub for sustainable development, set to be inaugurated in Rome on June 20, 2025. The announcement was made during a high-level visit to kenya by Fausta Bergamotto, undersecretary of state, Ministry for Enterprises, and made in Italy, signaling deeper cooperation between Italy and Kenya in the AI sector.
Tuscany Mediterranean Bridge is an acceleration program aimed at founders and startups from the Mediterranean and the Mattei Plan countries that will take place this summer in Pisa, with a focus on smart manufacturing and AI.
Attended by 500 participants from more than 60 countries and hundreds more via livestream, the launch celebrated the announcement of 25 transformative private-sector and Africa-based partnerships.
This partnership represents a foundational step toward building a Responsible AI environment that supports innovation and inclusive digital transformation on the continent.
Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy (MIMIT), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), with various leaders from government, the private sector across Africa, the European Union and the G7 will officially launch the AI Hub for Sustainable Development.
The Hub aims to accelerate sustainable industrial growth in Africa through the responsible use of AI, leveraging the role of innovative partnerships and the private sector as a driver of development.
Kenya to take part in the governance of the AI Hub for Sustainable Development, a centre for artificial intelligence initiatives to be inaugurated in Rome on 20 June
President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, announced the European Union's intent to join the AI Hub for Sustainable Development's efforts in accelerating AI-driving industrial growth with Africa.
Il programma è finalizzato a promuovere lo sviluppo tecnologico a favore di imprese startup dei Paesi africani
With an annual budget of €5 million, the initiative aligns with the Italy-Africa Mattei Plan and G7 objectives to empower local AI ecosystems in key sectors
Discover how Italy, in collaboration with the UNDP, is spearheading an AI initiative to drive sustainable development across Africa. We delve into the focus on nine priority countries and explore sectors like health, education, and agriculture where AI is making a difference. Learn about the innovative accelerator program supporting African startups and the potential for AI in industries such as mining.
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Un événement de deux jours, organisé sous les auspices de la présidence italienne du G7, vise à favoriser les partenariats public-privé afin d'exploiter le potentiel de l'intelligence artificielle (IA) et des technologies émergentes. Il explore le rôle de l'IA dans la promotion de la compétitivité, de l'innovation et de la croissance, en particulier pour les petites et moyennes entreprises.
Exploring creative partnership models to integrate African languages into AI systems and create public goods.
Favoriser l'innovation dans les domaines des données, de l'informatique et des viviers de talents afin de renforcer les écosystèmes locaux d'IA en Afrique.
In a milestone year for digital development, both G7 and G20 presidencies are driving collective action to advance AI for sustainable development.
Compute capacity is not just an infrastructure issue – it is a critical determinant of who builds AI solutions, and who simply consumes them.
Whether you're just curious about AI or ready to scale your solution, our AskHub will guide you to the resources, partners, and UNDP accelerator programmes tailored for African innovators.
Endorsed by the G7 leaders, the AI Hub for Sustainable Development is designed to re-imagine global AI partnerships and power local ecosystems with Africa.
Dive deep into the world of AI, Equity, and Innovation, exploring how to bridge the gap in access and opportunity for a more inclusive digital future.
Eva Spina is head of department for digital connectivity and new technologies at the Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy, and co-chair of the G7 Digital and Tech Working Group. She has been working on the AI Hub for Sustainable Development.
Anthony Ndungu speaks on the challenges and opportunities of advancing AI in Africa. The strength of multilateralism and public-private sector partnerships, reflected in the AI Hub for Sustainable Development, was at the heart of G7 Ministerial Meeting on Industry, Tech, and Digital held on 10th October in Rome.
Karim Beguir speaks on the progress and potential of advancing AI in Africa. The strength of multilateralism and public-private sector partnerships, reflected in the AI Hub for Sustainable Development, was at the heart of G7 Ministerial Meeting on Industry, Tech, and Digital held on 10th October in Rome.
Keyzom Ngodup Masally speaks on the importance of multistakeholder collaboration in advancing AI in Africa. The strength of multilateralism and public-private sector partnerships, reflected in the AI Hub for Sustainable Development, was at the heart of G7 Ministerial Meeting on Industry, Tech, and Digital held on 10th October in Rome.
Ahunna Eziakonwa speaks on the revolutionary potential of investing in African youth amid AI innovation. The strength of multilateralism and public-private sector partnerships, reflected in the AI Hub for Sustainable Development, was at the heart of G7 Ministerial Meeting on Industry, Tech, and Digital held on 10th October in Rome.
Agostino Inguscio speaks on the challenges and opportunities of advancing AI in Africa. The strength of multilateralism and public-private sector partnerships, reflected in the AI Hub for Sustainable Development, was at the heart of G7 Ministerial Meeting on Industry, Tech, and Digital held on 10th October in Rome.
Robert Opp speaks on how the AI Hub for Sustainable Development can support Africa in advancing AI innovation. The strength of multilateralism and public-private sector partnerships, reflected in the AI Hub for Sustainable Development, was at the heart of G7 Ministerial Meeting on Industry, Tech, and Digital held on 10th October in Rome.
The Memorandum of Understanding signed between the United Nations Development Programme, the International Telecommunication Union, the Ministry of Entreprises and Made in Italy, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Italian Republic.
