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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
Technology

AI could lift Sub-Saharan Africa economy 4% if power, internet improve, IMF says

Artificial intelligence could boost Sub-Saharan Africa's economy by about 4% over the next decade with better electricity supply, internet access and digital skills, an International Monetary Fund paper showed on Tuesday, but without such reforms the growth dividend could be negligible.

As countries ‌and companies race ⁠to secure ⁠AI's economic benefits, investment in data centres, energy infrastructure and digital networks is surging worldwide.

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