• Senior-Level Executives
• Policymakers
• Non-profit Leaders

In a world where Artificial Intelligence is transforming every facet of business, government, and society, understanding AI’s risks and rewards is essential. This program equips you with the knowledge and skills to responsibly harness the power of AI, empowering you to make informed, strategic decisions for your organisation.

Here’s how this workshop can positively impact your business:

1. Solid Understanding of AI: Gain a comprehensive grasp of AI as a catalyst for innovation and a source of competitive.
2. Real-World AI Insights: Analyse real AI integrations to appreciate their strategic benefits and challenges, giving you the ability to identify opportunities and create value through AI
3. AI Implementation Strategy: Acquire the knowledge and tools necessary to plan and implement AI solutions in your.
4. Enhanced Leadership: Bolster your competitive advantage in AI-driven business models and enhance your leadership in a digital world from technological, business, and ethical vantage.
5. Business Model Innovation: Develop new AI and data-driven business models and leverage data for an advantage in your business value.

Protect your business against disruption by understanding the ethical ramifications of AI and designing data and AI-driven organisations.

Module 1: Introduction to AI in African Business Strategy (30 minutes)

• Welcome and workshop overview.
• The significance of AI in the African business landscape.
• Key challenges and opportunities.

Module 2: Understanding African Market Dynamics (30 minutes)

• Overview of African market diversity and growth potential.
• Identifying local challenges and opportunities.
• Practical hands-on activity: Market segmentation exercise based on AI data analysis.

Module 3: The Strategic Framework for AI Adoption (45 minutes)

• The symbiotic relationship between AI and business strategy.
• Benefits of integrating AI into business strategies.
• Crafting an AI-driven business strategy.
• Practical hands-on activity: Developing a hypothetical AI strategy for a local business.

Module 4: Customising AI for African Markets (45 minutes)

• Tailoring AI strategies for the African context.
• Leveraging AI for market research and consumer insights.
• AI-driven product and service development.
• Practical hands-on activity: Analysing AI-generated consumer insights for a local product.

Module 5: AI in Operations and Supply Chain (45 minutes)

• Enhancing supply chain and logistics with AI.
• Case study: Optimising logistics in an African e-commerce company.
• Practical hands-on activity: Creating an AI-powered supply chain optimisation plan.

Lunch Break (60 minutes)

Module 6: AI for Competitive Advantage (45 minutes)

• Using AI for customer acquisition and retention.
• Pricing and revenue management with AI.
• AI in risk management and fraud detection.
• Practical hands-on activity: Simulating a dynamic pricing strategy using AI.

Module 7: Building an AI-Ready Organisation (45 minutes)

• Developing an AI-savvy workforce.
• Data collection and management in African markets.
• Ensuring data privacy and security.
• Practical hands-on activity: Conducting a data audit for AI readiness.

Module 8: Case Studies and Success Stories (45 minutes)

• Real-life examples of African businesses using AI successfully.
• Lessons learned and best practices.
• Participant discussions on AI implementation challenges.
• Practical hands-on activity: Analysing a case study of an AI-driven African start-up.

Module 9: Measuring and Evaluating AI Strategy (45 minutes)

• Key performance indicators for AI-driven strategies.
• Monitoring and measuring the ROI of AI initiatives.
• Adjusting and fine-tuning strategies based on data.
• Practical hands-on activity: Setting KPIs for an AI strategy.

Module 10: Ethical and Responsible AI (45 minutes)

• The importance of ethics and responsible AI in African markets.
• Ensuring fairness and transparency in AI algorithms.
• Building trust with consumers and stakeholders.
• Practical hands-on activity: Ethical AI assessment for a business model.

Module 11: Preparing for the Future (30 minutes)

• Emerging trends in AI and their relevance to African markets.
• The role of AI in sustainable and green business practices.
• Preparing for the next generation of AI technologies.