Zimbabwe Launches National Artificial Intelligence Strategy to Drive Digital Transformation

Zimbabwe Launches National Artificial Intelligence Strategy to Drive Digital Transformation

Zimbabwe Launches National Artificial Intelligence Strategy to Drive Digital Transformation

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Publish Date: 2026-03-16 06:35:00

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  • President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa has launched Zimbabwe’s National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy for 2026–2030, emphasizing its role in the country’s digital transformation.
  • The strategy aims to integrate AI across various sectors such as agriculture, mining, health, and education to boost productivity and efficiency.
  • Incentives are planned to encourage businesses and innovators to adopt AI solutions, fostering a knowledge-driven digital economy.
  • A key focus is developing ethical, human-centered AI systems that respect fundamental rights and promote inclusive growth.
  • The launch positions Zimbabwe to gain from AI’s transformative potential and to strengthen its role in the global AI landscape, enhancing innovation and economic development.