WAIGF 2025 Workshop

About

In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, West Africa stands at the crossroads of transformative innovation and dynamic economic growth. "National AI Policies and Startup Ecosystems in West Africa: Bridging Governance Gaps for Innovation and Growth" is a timely workshop that brings together key decision-makers, government representatives, and startup ecosystem leaders to critically examine the current state of national AI policies and their impact on nurturing a vibrant entrepreneurial environment.

Our collective goal for the workshop and panel session is to critically assess the current state of national AI policies, understand their impact on the entrepreneurial landscape, and, most importantly, forge actionable strategies to bridge governance gaps, thereby accelerating innovation and driving sustainable economic growth throughout West Africa.

At the end of the workshop we aim to create actionable recommendations that can guide policymakers and ecosystem leaders in refining AI strategies to better support startups, ensuring that technological innovation translates into tangible economic benefits for the region.