FemAI Leaders for Africa
Catalysing AI Excellence for Inclusive and Transformative Governance
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping governance and policymaking globally. African women political leaders play a crucial role in ensuring AI is adopted ethically and inclusively to enhance governance, address disparities, and drive societal progress.
The FemAI Leaders for Africa Initiative – a collaboration between Women Political Leaders (WPL) and the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit GmbH (GIZ) – celebrates their leadership, fosters mutual learning, equips leaders with AI knowledge and drives ethical, inclusive AI adoption across the continent.
Why this matters
"African women political leaders are not just participants - they are pioneers in AI adoption. This initiative is a celebration of their leadership, fostering collaboration to shape AI as a tool for governance, innovation, and equity."
The gender gap in AI policy and leadership
Despite the rapid development of AI strategies across Africa, women remain significantly underrepresented in AI policymaking: Only 10% of AI-related policy documents globally mention gender inclusion (UNESCO, 2023). Without diverse leadership in AI governance, policies risk overlooking the needs of entire communities.
AI as a political tool for stronger governance
AI can enhance governance by improving decision-making, increasing transparency, and optimising resource allocation. For political leaders, AI enables data-driven policymaking, efficient public service delivery,
and better citizen engagement. When used responsibly, AI strengthens democracy, fosters accountability, and ensures governance is more responsive to societal needs.Women Political Leaders must shape AI for society
AI must serve society as a whole, not just a privileged few. Women political leaders can ensure AI policies are ethical, transparent, and inclusive—protecting citizens'
rights, preventing bias, and promoting responsible AI deployment. Their leadership can bridge digital divides, drive fair access, and ensure AI contributes to economic and social progress. For AI to truly drive societal progress, governance must guarantee fair access, accountability, and public trust.Collaboration fosters global learning
Bringing together African women political leaders with global AI experts, policymakers, and private sector stakeholders fosters the exchange of experience, best practices, knowledge and policy innovations. These collaborations ensure AI governance is more diverse, inclusive, and responsive to real-world challenges.
Key objectives
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Champion inclusive, ethical AI governance
African women political leaders will leverage AI to create gender-sensitive, data-driven policies that advance societal equity.
Amplify African leadership
Highlight and amplify the leadership of African women political leaders in AI innovation, governance and global policy discussions.
Foster mutual learning and collaboration
Connect African leaders with global AI stakeholders to exchange knowledge, develop practical tools and advance AI policymaking.
Driving change
Driving Change: The Impact of FemAI Leaders for Africa
Inclusive AI governance
Enabling female political leaders to govern and leverage AI confidently.
Stronger AI policy competence
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AI for societal good
Advancing gender-sensitive AI policies to improve service delivery in sectors like healthcare, education, and security.
Global recognition of African leadership
Positioning African women political leaders as key voices in international AI governance forums and shaping the global AI agenda.
Cross-sector collboration and stronger networks
Strengthening partnerships between the public sector, academia and the private sector on the African continent and internationally.
Lasting impact
Your leadership, lasting impact. Shaping AI for generations
Gain influence in AI policy making
Ensure AI policies reflect diverse perspectives and societal needs.
Lead AI-driven governance innovation
Stay ahead in AI adoption for public service improvement.
Shape the global AI agenda
Position Africa as a key actor in ethical and inclusive AI governance.
Expand networks and alliances
Build direct connections with AI experts, policymakers and global stakeholders.
Strengthen political decision-making in AI
Access advanced tools, insights and best practices to make informed decisions on AI policies.
From knowledge to action: FemAI in practice
In-country labs: Building national AI leadership
FemAI strengthens national AI capacities by equipping female political leaders with the technical expertise and policy insights needed to shape AI governance in their countries. These labs provide hands-on learning, foster cross-sector collaboration and support the development of AI-driven policies tailored to national contexts.
FemAI Leaders for Africa: In-Country AI Lab | Tanzania
Location: Tanzania
Global AI labs: Amplifying African leadership on the global stage
To ensure African perspectives shape international AI governance, FemAI convenes high-level female political leaders at global AI forums. These labs connect African leaders with international policymakers, experts and industry stakeholders, positioning them as key voices in shaping ethical, inclusive AI policies worldwide.
FemAI Conversations:
FemAI conversations are high-level convenings designed to advance inclusive and ethical artificial intelligence governance. As part of the broader FemAI Leaders for Africa initiative, these strategic dialogues bring together African women political leaders, global AI experts, and policymakers to explore the political dimensions of AI and embed gender-sensitive perspectives in its development and deployment. Each conversation contributes directly to the initiative’s implementation, fostering mutual learning, strengthening political leadership in AI, and ensuring that AI governance reflects diverse societal needs.
Governing the Future: Women’s Leadership at the Frontier of Artificial
Location: Marrakesh, Morocco
Launch of the FemAI Leaders for Africa: A Path to
Location: Davos, Switzerland
AI Champions Network: Sustaining Impact Through Collaboration
Beyond individual events, FemAI fosters a long-term network of AI Champions - African women political leaders who drive AI policy innovation, advocate for ethical AI adoption and shape the future of AI governance across borders. This network ensures continued knowledge exchange and collaboration on AI policy advancements.