Google’s Alex Okosi on what’s holding back Africa’s AI startups
- Google graduated 15 startups from eight African countries through its Google for Startups Accelerator Africa programme.
- 60% of the cohort is already profitable, generating an average of $60,000 in monthly revenue.
- AI adoption in Africa is growing, but investment has not kept pace with the technology's potential.
While the advancements in AI adoption among African startups are promising, the lack of investment and infrastructure poses a significant risk to fully realizing the continent's potential in this space. A collaborative approach involving governments, tech companies, and investors is crucial to overcoming these barriers and fostering a thriving AI ecosystem.
