Artificial intelligence (AI)

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.

Malawi hospitals are using the IMPALA AI monitoring system to warn nurses before sick babies and children become critically ill.

Ugandan innovator Shifra Ainomugisha won a top Commonwealth youth award for using AI and solar power to help farmers save food.

Pick n Pay and Checkers are now using AI shopping assistants to keep customers inside their apps and make grocery shopping easier.

Botswana Minerals says AI has turned 50 years of old drilling records into a fresh copper hunt under the Kalahari.