The aim of the project is to stimulate the development of the digital economy and train specialists in the field of artificial intelligence
Ethiopia has officially launched the University Innovation Platform for Artificial Intelligence, an initiative aimed at positioning the country as a continental hub for AI-based solutions. The project was presented in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). According to ENA, a partner of TV BRICS, the platform seeks to equip young people with practical skills in artificial intelligence, transform academic research into innovative projects, and support creative ideas so that they can be developed into scalable and sustainable technological solutions.
To achieve this goal, the centre combines advanced infrastructure, specialised workstations, industry-standard tools and structured training programmes. It is designed to provide comprehensive support across the entire innovation cycle – from idea generation and software development to prototyping and start-up creation.
During the launch ceremony, Ethiopian Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh emphasised that this initiative marks the beginning of a new chapter in the country’s technological development. According to him, the project symbolises Ethiopia’s transition from being merely a consumer of technology to becoming a producer, an active participant and a direct contributor to the development of the digital economy.
He added that the platform aligns with the national strategy, “Digital Ethiopia 2030,” and the ongoing economic reform program. Tiruneh also stressed that in the 21st century, the concept of sovereignty is undergoing a profound transformation. It is no longer limited to territorial boundaries but increasingly encompasses the sphere of data, algorithm development and control over computing power.
A number of countries around the world, including the BRICS+ countries, are prioritising artificial intelligence as a strategic driver of innovative digital technologies.
China has made a significant breakthrough in the application of artificial intelligence in space by launching the first 12 satellites of an orbital computing cluster capable of performing complex data processing directly in orbit. According to China Daily, a partner of TV BRICS, the project aims to expand the constellation to more than 1,000 satellites, forming a large-scale space computing infrastructure capable of processing vast amounts of information rapidly and efficiently.
In Brazil, a university affiliated with the Ministry of Education has developed an artificial intelligence model capable of analysing images of skin lesions and facilitating the early diagnosis of skin cancer, according to the ministry’s website. The system uses deep neural networks trained on thousands of biopsy-classified images and can identify eight types of lesions, including melanoma.
Meanwhile, Chile has launched the first large-scale artificial intelligence-based language model developed in Latin America. According to Crónica Digital, a TV BRICS partner, the project aims to enhance understanding of the region’s cultural, historical, linguistic and social context, with a particular focus on local content. The initiative aims to reduce the information gap about Latin America and strengthen the region’s position as a leading player in future technologies.
African Times published this article in partnership with International Media Network TV BRICS
