Artificial intelligence (AI)

A 20-year-old Nigerian inventor is developing AI-powered glasses to help blind people detect obstacles, find their location and understand their surroundings.

MTN has added an AI-powered Job Board that matches learners with vacancies and recommends free courses when they lack required skills.

Young people in North West mining communities struggle with expensive data and poor internet, even though their towns produce minerals used in the growing digital and clean energy economy.

Cape Town managers asking for more salary money must show how their departments are using AI and automation, Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis says.

A South African tech company is launching Hlokomela, an AI-assisted platform that lets patients find healthcare providers and book appointments online.

The World Bank says AI could grow poorer economies, but weak internet access and digital skills may leave them further behind.

Huawei says AI could add R1.4-trillion and create 400,000 South African jobs, but poor internet access and skills could block the gains.

New technology can warn miners of rockfalls and other dangers before they turn deadly, as South African mines turn to artificial intelligence.

Generative artificial intelligence (AI), and especially large language models deployed as chatbots and digital assistants, are now part of everyday digital life.

Egyptian startup TokenAI says its new models can turn pictures of ancient hieroglyphics into English or Arabic translations using a phone or computer.

This column uses AI to imagine Nelson Mandela's voice on world events. It draws on decades of his real speeches and writings. It is satire — not a real statement from the late president.

SereniMind uses an AI chatbot to give young Africans personalised wellness support and help them find qualified therapists when they need professional care.