Africa: The Risks Artificial Intelligence Pose for the Global South

Africa: The Risks Artificial Intelligence Pose for the Global South

United Nations -- Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly developing and leaving its mark across the globe. Yet the implementation of AI risks widening the gap between the Global North and South.

AI divide is hindering health care progress in the Global South

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing health care, enhancing diagnostics, streamlining treatment, and improving patient outcomes. However, a recent study published in Digital Health reveals that these advancements remain largely concentrated in the Global North, leaving the Global South at a significant disadvantage.

The Risks Artificial Intelligence Poses for the Global South

UN Secretary General António Guterres addresses the session “Strengthening multilateralism, economic - financial affairs and artificial intelligence” on July 6 at the 17th summit of BRICS in Rio de Janeiro. For the first time ever, artificial intelligence was a major topic of concern at the BRICS summit. Credit: UN Photo/Ana Carolina FernandesBy Naomi Myint BreuerUNITED NATIONS, Jul 14 2025 (IPS) Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly developin…

The Risks Artificial Intelligence Pose for the Global South - Other News - Voices against the tide

By Naomi Myint Breuer* – Inter Press Service (IPS) Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly developing and leaving its mark across the globe. Yet the implementation of AI risks widening the gap between the Global North and South. It is projected that the AI market’s global revenue will increase by 19.6 percent each year. By 2030, AI could contribute USD 15.7 trillion to the global economy. However, the increases to nations’ GDP will be unequally …