AI Report on Southern Africa http://misa.org Figure 6 Bulawayo meeting poll results The results of the poll conducted during the Johannesburg meeting are presented in Figure 7. Artificial intelligence has the potential to bring advantages to diverse African economies and ecosystems. However, the growth of AI brings possible risks and problems that could worsen the region’s existing social and economic inequities while also infringing on human liberties, autonomy, and dignity. These risks and problems must be properly handled to ensure that AI benefits all members of society. 23