As Africa's digital landscape rapidly evolves, technology leaders gathered on May 14 at the inaugural AmCham Business Summit 2025 to discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming key sectors across the continent.
During a panel titled “Leveraging the Power of AI for Digital Transformation in Africa,” Dr. Thierry Wandji, CEO of Cybastion, joined other top tech executives to highlight how AI is reshaping sectors in Africa, including healthcare, agriculture, education, finance and utilities.
“Building a sustainable and resilient digital ecosystem to power AI in Africa will require the integration of robust digital transformation from data center construction to critical minerals, energy and electricity,” Wandji said.
Dr. Wandji highlighted the importance of deploying AI-based solutions tailored to improve the lives of local citizens. Cybastion offers a range of e-government services such as e-tax, e-tourism platform and digital identifications.
Moderated byKendra Gaither, president of the U.S.-Africa Business Center of the United States Chamber of Commerce, among other panelistsMarek Busfy, CEO for Africa and Asia at American Tower Corporation;Katier Bamba, Managing Director of Wave Côte d’Ivoire; AndMichael Coyle, CEO of AeroStar Dynamics.
Panelists highlighted how AI can accelerate innovation and growth in Africa. The roundtable also highlighted the opportunities and challenges of improving access to AI and online services for underserved populations.
The AmCham Business Summit, held on the sidelines of the Africa CEO Forum in Abidjan, brought together African, US and global government officials, business leaders and investors to explore new opportunities and partnerships to boost trade and investment in Africa. The panel was part of a full day of panels and deal announcements.
Wandji drew attention to the DigiEmpower workforce training initiative, a partnership between Cybastion and Cisco, working with African governments to provide digital skills, including AI courses, to youth and women.
