Challenge:
AI innovators across the Global South face persistent challenges in developing and scaling solutions that are grounded in local contexts and integrated into broader development ecosystems.
Solution:
Axum manages the Global South AI Community of Practice, supported by the Grand Challenges. The Community includes over 100 innovators across 24 countries who are using AI to address challenges in health, education, agriculture, financial inclusion, gender & inclusion, and climate resilience. The initiative supports knowledge exchange, targeted assistance, and partnerships rooted in local social, cultural, and economic realities.
Impact:
The Community is enabling AI practitioners to navigate development and deployment challenges more effectively. By strengthening collaboration and supporting context-appropriate innovation, the initiative is improving the scalability and relevance of AI solutions across the Global South.