Six Francophone African nations adopt common guidelines for ethical artificial intelligence
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Burkina Faso, Senegal, C么te d'Ivoire, Mali, Guinea, and Benin have adopted common guidelines to promote ethical, inclusive, and responsible artificial intelligence AI. This initiative, led by the organization NIYEL, aims to support states in developing public policies adapted to their realities while fostering AI governance based on human rights, transparency, digital sovereignty, and sustainable development. The document, a result of collaboration among experts, researchers, and government officials, was submitted to the first United Nations Global Dialogue on AI Governance. Its promoters consider it a significant African contribution to international discussions and a tool to help Francophone countries leverage AI opportunities while managing associated risks. Dr. Aminata ZERBO/SABANE, Minister of Digital Transition, Posts and Electronic Communications of Burkina Faso, stated that these guidelines provide a framework based on African values, languages, and realities, ensuring AI serves as a conscious lever for transforming priority sectors and advancing populations. Val茅rie Traor茅, Executive Director of NIYEL, highlighted that the process demonstrates Francophone Africa's capacity to define its own AI standards. Mr. Aly Cherif, National Director of Information Technologies and Digital Economy for the Ministry of Posts, Telecommunications and Digital Economy, Guinea Conakry, emphasized the dual utility of the guidelines: using AI for human development, social cohesion, and d
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