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Racing to AI - Is Africa Being Left Behind? with Adji Bousso Dieng


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Our guest is Dr. Adji Bousso Dieng, AI researcher at Princeton University and Google. We explore Dr. Dieng's journey from Senegal to Princeton University, the role of Africa in the global AI landscape, the challenges faced in AI development on the continent, and the importance of education and awareness in leveraging AI for development. The conversation highlights the potential of AI to address local problems and the need for infrastructure and investment to support this growth. We also discuss various initiatives to improve AI education in Africa, Dr. Adji NGO 'The Africa I Know', the challenges of AI biases, and the importance of diversity in AI research. We explore the opportunities AI presents for the continent, particularly in education and resource transformation, and provide valuable advice for young innovators looking to make an impact in the field of AI.

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