By: Van
Soul Addey
Rwanda’s Ministry of ICT and
Innovation (MINICT) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with AI
Skills and Compute Africa to advance collaboration in artificial intelligence
(AI), focusing on skills development, research, innovation and locally relevant
solutions.
The partnership aims to
build Rwanda’s talent and promote the responsible development and use of
emerging technologies in line with national priorities, according to the
ministry.
The agreement is expected to
support collaboration in developing AI skills and strengthening research and
innovation, while encouraging solutions that address local needs.
The partnership forms part
of Rwanda’s efforts to develop its AI capabilities and build the talent needed
to support the responsible adoption and use of emerging technologies.