IOL examines the growing role of artificial intelligence in everyday life and argues that families should adopt protective habits, including agreeing on a safe word to guard against AI-enabled scams such as voice cloning. The piece weighs whether AI represents an innovative ally or a looming threat, urging a healthy dose of caution as the technology continues to reshape society.

According to CIO Africa, Sayantan Dev from Redington suggests that African enterprises have a unique opportunity to leapfrog into the artificial intelligence era by bypassing legacy technology limitations as AI adoption accelerates globally.

According to ThisDay Live, Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, said the Nigerian Army is expanding the use of simulation technology, artificial intelligence and data analytics to strengthen battlefield decision-making against terrorists. The report frames the effort as part of a push to improve operational effectiveness, but the blurb provides no details on specific systems, deployment locations, timelines, funding or independently verified results.

Technology services company TeKnowledge is expanding its operations in Rwanda by introducing services in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and digital skills development. This move aims to enhance technological capabilities in the region.

According to TechMoran, while cybersecurity firms are using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to improve threat detection, cybercriminals are also employing AI for automated phishing and malware attacks. A survey indicates that 43% of organizations believe hackers are utilizing AI-driven techniques to enhance their effectiveness. To mitigate these threats, companies are encouraged to implement AI-powered platforms instead of relying on isolated solutions.

The UN human rights chief, Volker Türk, has warned that advanced artificial intelligence could pose an existential risk to humanity. According to Türk, governments have yet to act despite growing recognition of the need for AI regulation, leaving a small number of technology companies and their owners with enormous influence over the technology's development.