Monday
September 22
2025

Africa Holds Just 1% of Global AI Talent. Japan Wants to Change That

By Ifeoluwa Aigbiniode

Africa’s AI market is projected to hit $16 billion in five years. But the continent holds only 1% of global AI talent, leaving a widening skills gap as industries from farming to finance rush to adopt the technology.

Photo courtesy of WorldSkills.

Source: TechCabal (link opens in a new window)

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Education, Technology
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artificial intelligence, digital inclusion, global development, infrastructure, research, skill development