Can Nigeria Become Africa's AI Powerhouse?

26/02/2025 59 min Temporada 1 Episodio 64
Can Nigeria Become Africa's AI Powerhouse?

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Episode Synopsis

Wini University is launching as Nigeria's first higher institution dedicated to artificial intelligence, marking a significant step toward placing the country as a leader in cutting-edge technology. Located in Epe, Lagos, the university aims to train a new generation in AI, blockchain, data science, and machine learning—fields critical to the digital economy. The initiative is a strategic push to transform Lagos into Africa's "Silicon Valley," tackling challenges like unemployment and the tech skills gap.

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