Ethiopian Prime Minister calls for Africa to develop its own AI to boost growth.

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed called for African nations to develop their own artificial intelligence (AI) to boost the continent's growth, speaking at a high-level meeting in Addis Ababa. He emphasized AI's potential to drive inclusive prosperity and highlighted Ethiopia's investments in digital infrastructure and skills development. President Taye Atske Selassie also emphasized Ethiopia's advancements in AI and digital transformation at the Ethiopian Tech Expo 2025, showcasing progress in cybersecurity, smart cities, and financial services.