Google to Give Ksh. 749 Million Funding for AI Training in Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa
Google is providing $5.8 million (Ksh.749 million) backing through its charity arm Google.org for foundational artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity training this year across Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa, the American tech giant announced on Monday.
Google’s President of Europe, the Middle East and Africa Matt Brittin said the funding will support organisations providing foundational AI skills to workers, educating teenagers about AI and its safe and ethical use, equipping non-profit leaders with AI knowledge, and supporting the public sector to develop and utilise AI solutions.
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Source: Citizen Digital (link opens in a new window)
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