Over the last year and a half, the audience for AI has grown from IT experts to almost anyone with internet access. Large Language Models enable online users to interact with AI systems, regardless of whether they can code. A large part of why Generative AI has been such a game changer is that it eliminates the need for specialised AI knowledge to reap the benefits of technology. In short, the opportunity to democratise AI has never been better.
However, for Africa to seize this opportunity and truly democratise AI, much work remains to be done in terms of increasing access to internet connectivity and digital literacy. The challenges ahead go beyond the need for increased investment in critical infrastructure and capabilities.
