AI in Governance – Between Efficiency and Surveillance
Governments across Africa are adopting AI — but is it for service delivery or digital control? In this episode, we explore the rise of AI in governance, with real examples from Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, and Nigeria. From digital IDs to the debate over predictive policing, we unpack the promise and documented perils of AI in the public sector.
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The African Data Dilemma – Fueling or Starving AI?
AI runs on data — but who controls the data in Africa? In this episode, we unpack how Uganda and the continent generate massive amounts of data, yet struggle to build AI that truly reflects our realities. From mobile money to healthcare to language models, we explore the gap between data creation and data ownership — and why closing it is critical for Africa’s AI future.
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What is AI? And Why Should Uganda Care?
In this maiden episode, we will unpack what artificial intelligence truly is and what it means for us here in Uganda and across the continent. We'll start with the basics: What is AI? And why should you care?
According to Wes is where life and technology intersect—with zero fluff. Wesley unpacks how emerging tech is shaping the world we live in.
This isn't punditry or tech hype—it's sharp, grounded analysis of how things actually work (and why they often don't). Whether it's the myth of the neutral algorithm, or what AI means for African sovereignty, expect bold takes and uncomfortable truths.
If you're done with polite panels and recycled narratives, welcome to the show
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