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Somali AI Summit Concludes with Promises of Progress

By Abdullahi Hussein
Last updated: December 4, 2024
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Mogadishu, SONNA – The inaugural Somali Artificial Intelligence Summit (AI Summit Somalia) concluded today in Mogadishu, marking a significant step in Somalia’s embrace of cutting-edge technology for sustainable development.

Under the theme “Using Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Solutions,” the conference brought together Somali and international experts to explore how AI can transform the nation’s socio-economic landscape.

Jointly organized by the Ministry of Communications and Technology, Zamzam University of Science and Technology, and the Somali Artificial Intelligence Forum, the summit was officially opened by the Minister of State for Communications, Hon. Ahmed Osman Diriye.

The event featured expert presentations and panel discussions on critical topics, including:

  • The Role of Government in Advancing AI
  • Africa’s AI Strategy 2024-2030
  • AI and Internet Security
  • Physical and Social Implications of AI
  • AI Applications in Agriculture

Additionally, the conference spotlighted the role of higher education and research in achieving sustainable development and advancing Somalia’s National AI Strategy.

Closing the summit, Zamzam University President Mohammed Mohamud Harbi announced that the Somali Artificial Intelligence Forum would become an annual event. He emphasized its role in monitoring progress in AI technologies and fostering societal adaptation to technological advancements.

The summit also served as a platform for Somali policymakers and technology experts to deliberate on leveraging AI to address the country’s socio-economic challenges.

In his closing remarks, Hon. Ahmed Osman Diriye urged strengthened collaboration across all sectors to harness the potential of AI for sustainable development.

With a commitment to innovation and cooperation, the Somali Artificial Intelligence Summit has set the stage for Somalia’s future in modern technology, emphasizing the pivotal role of AI in shaping the nation’s progress.

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