Mobile Connectivity and the AI Revolution

Welcome to Mobile Connectivity and the AI Revolution!

Artificial intelligence is already reshaping mobile networks, public services, and economic growth across Africa and the world. This course, developed in partnership with GSMA, provides a structured journey from AI's foundational concepts through to responsible deployment and governance. You will examine what AI is, how it is transforming industries, the principles of responsible AI, and the fast-evolving governance landscape that policymakers must navigate.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Explain what AI is, how it works technically, and how its main techniques relate to real-world applications in mobile and telecoms
• Analyse how AI is transforming the mobile industry and identify the enablers needed to capture that transformation at national scale
• Evaluate the seven principles of responsible AI and apply them to deployment and procurement decisions
• Assess the global AI governance landscape and identify the policy levers available to African decision-makers

Who is this course for?

This course is designed for policymakers, regulators, and sector officials working at the intersection of connectivity and AI governance. It is highly beneficial for individuals who are:

• Working in ICT ministries, national communications authorities, or sector agencies responsible for digital economy strategy
• Responsible for AI adoption decisions in the public sector, including procurement of AI-powered systems for health, justice, or social services
• Professionals in the mobile and telecoms sector who want a policy-level understanding of AI governance and responsible deployment