AU Official Says Ethiopia's AI University Could Position Country as Continental Technology Leader

WIRE — Addis Ababa, July 20, 2026 (FMC) — Ethiopia's newly announced Artificial Intelligence University has the potential to position the country as a continental leader in technology-driven education, research and innovation, according to the African Union (AU) Education Division Head Sophia Ashipala. Ashipala described the establishment of the AI-focused university as a landmark initiative that could

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