AI Report on Southern Africa http://misa.org Figure 3 Market size in Southern Africa Source: Statista Market Insights Statista Market Insight data shown in the graph above is based on data collected from Southern Africa and is structured into six markets based on the technology: ● The Computer Vision market covers applications that enable computers to interpret and understand digital images and video data. ● The Machine Learning market covers the use of algorithms to enable computer systems to learn from data. There is significant growth in data collection and learning in the region. ● The Natural Language Processing market covers applications that enable computers to understand, interpret, and generate human language. ● The Artificial Intelligence Robotics market covers the combination of AI, machine learning, and engineering to create intelligent machines that can perform tasks autonomously. ● The Autonomous & Sensor Technology market covers machines and systems that operate independently by using sensors, AI, and machine learning to respond to changes in their environment. ● The Generative AI market covers artificial intelligence that involves creating models capable of generating new content, such as images, videos, and text, which are indistinguishable from content created by humans. This is the most widely used but not yet a significant market in monetary value. 21