The government has unveiled a draft national Artificial Intelligence policy.
The government is now seeking public comment on sweeping proposals to regulate and accelerate the adoption of the policy.
The Communications and Digital Technologies Department published the draft policy on Friday.
It says it aims to position South Africa as a continental leader in AI innovation while addressing ethical, social and economic challenges.
Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni says, “The policy is structured around six core pillars aimed at promoting the responsible development and ethical deployment of AI.
“These core pillars are capacity and talent development; AI for inclusive growth and job creation; responsible governance; ethical and inclusive AI; cultural preservation and international integration; and human-centred deployment,” said the Minister.