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Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Mozambique Communications and Digital Transformation Minister Américo Muchanga with US Chargé d’Affaires Abigail L. Dressel at the Google Super Intelligence (SI) and Cloud Computing training programme on Thursday. Photo: Government of Mozambique

AI Holds Key to Modernising Mozambique’s Public Services

Mozambique and the USA highlight the potential of Artificial Intelligence to improve administrative efficiency, strengthen…

Digital Professions of Future: Will Global South Become Source of Cheap Labour or New Centre of Intellectual Property?
Digital Professions of Future: Will Global South Become Source of Cheap Labour or New Centre of Intellectual Property?

How will new technologies reshape the labour market? What will the AI race mean for…

Ethiopia Launches Active Development of Artificial Intelligence and Expansion of Applied Research
Ethiopia Launches Active Development of Artificial Intelligence and Expansion of Applied Research

The country is also creating the right conditions for the development of start-ups and the…

AI Has Great Potential to Ensure Equal Access to Quality Education
Expert: AI Has Great Potential to Ensure Equal Access to Quality Education

Associate Professor at Universitas Airlangga in Indonesia speaks about flexible approaches to learning Artificial intelligence…

Ethiopia Creates Globally Competitive Opportunities in Artificial Intelligence

Ethiopia Creates Globally Competitive Opportunities in Artificial Intelligence

The intergovernmental organisation for development highlighted the country’s achievements Ethiopia has made significant progress in the use of artificial intelligence (AI), enabling it to compete at a global level. This was stated by Mohamed Abdi Ware, Deputy Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), reports ENA, a TV BRICS partner. He added that Ethiopia’s use of AI in agriculture, healthcare, education and finance represents valuable experience that could serve as an example for other African countries. The Intergovernmental Authority on…

Ethiopia Prepares to Integrate Artificial Intelligence Into Core Curriculum

Ethiopia Prepares to Integrate Artificial Intelligence Into Core Curriculum

The country is implementing a roadmap for education development and digitalisation Ethiopia is preparing to integrate artificial intelligence into the core curriculum. Schools across the country are progressively implementing the provisions of the government’s Digital Ethiopia 2030 programme. As noted by Ethiopian Broadcasting Corporation, a TV BRICS partner, the full implementation of the planned reforms will require consistent and concerted efforts at all levels of society. The government is overseeing the development of infrastructure and digital projects, while teachers and heads…

Indonesia and China to Boost Cooperation in Artificial Intelligence and Microchip Manufacturing

Indonesia and China to Boost Cooperation in Artificial Intelligence and Microchip Manufacturing

Another area of focus will be joint work on international regulations governing artificial intelligence Indonesia and China intend to move forward with joint projects in the fields of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies. To coordinate this work, the countries will set up a special working group, according to ANTARA. The parties plan to exchange technology and expertise, carry out joint projects in the field of artificial intelligence, and foster cooperation between industrial and technology companies in both countries. Particular attention…

UAE Advances Healthcare With AI and Digital Technologies

UAE Advances Healthcare With AI and Digital Technologies

These technologies help doctors respond more quickly, make more accurate diagnoses and treat conditions more effectively The United Arab Emirates’ healthcare system is making greater use of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies. This was reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. In Abu Dhabi, AI-powered systems are being used to analyse mammograms. Algorithms help to identify changes in tissue structure that may indicate pathological processes. Smart wards equipped with contactless sensors are being introduced in the emirate’s…

Dubai Introduces AI-Powered System for Faster Household Water Quality Testing

Dubai Introduces AI-Powered System for Faster Household Water Quality Testing

The new technology enables earlier detection of bacterial contamination and strengthens public health protection across the emirate Dubai Municipality has introduced an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered system to improve household water quality testing, enabling the early and accurate detection of bacterial contamination, including Legionella and Escherichia coli (E. coli). According to the municipality, the upgraded service enhances laboratory capabilities and supports the protection of public health, reports Emirates News Agency (WAM), a partner of TV BRICS. The expanded testing system now…

Why Chinese AI is Gaining Ground

What’s pulling more developers, researchers and businesses toward Chinese AI? Open-source models, lower costs and fast-expanding use across industries. Produced by Xinhua Global Service African Times has published this article in partnership with Xinhua News Agency

China Steps Up AI Talent Development

Poster | China Steps Up AI Talent Development

China is expanding its AI talent pool: – Over 600 universities now offer AI-related majors – AI research workforce has grown at an average annual rate of 28.7% over the past decade Produced by Xinhua Global Service African Times has published this article in partnership with Xinhua News Agency

Workers operate robots at an offshore oil and gas platform at the Binhai New Area, in north China's Tianjin on Jan. 29, 2026.  (Photo by Du Penghui/Xinhua)

Jointly Advancing Sound, Safe, Orderly AI Development for Human Well-Being

SHANGHAI, July 18 (Xinhua) — As artificial intelligence develops at an unprecedented pace, the 2026 World AI Conference (WAIC) & High-Level Meeting on Global AI Governance is poised to be a milestone event, championing the sound, safe, and orderly advancement of AI to serve global development and human well-being. Chinese President Xi Jinping will attend the opening ceremony of the conference in Shanghai, scheduled from July 17 to 20, and deliver a keynote speech, in which he will systemically elaborate…

WAIC2026: AI Partnership for a Brighter Future

The World Artificial Intelligence Conference is about to open in Shanghai under the theme “AI Partnership for a Brighter Future.” The focus this time is not only about making AI smarter, but also how AI can unlock new opportunities and why collaboration matters just as much. Produced by Xinhua Global Service African Times has published this article in partnership with Xinhua News Agency

China Advances Industry-Focused Education With New AI Teaching Model

China Advances Industry-Focused Education With New AI Teaching Model

The aim of this new educational model is to align the educational process with the practical needs of industry Shandong University of Science and Technology is successfully implementing a new Digital Intelligence and Industry-Education Integration model for talent development. According to Science and Technology Daily, a TV BRICS partner, the core of the new model lies in reorienting the educational process towards the practical needs of industry. The university utilises large-scale artificial intelligence (AI) language models and specialised knowledge graphs,…

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