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85% of African businesses plan to implement Al by 2029, but it's not SA leading the charge

The Mercury

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April 01, 2025

RECENT research conducted by Fortinet has illuminated a powerful trend across the African business landscape: a significant embrace of Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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85% of African businesses plan to implement Al by 2029, but it's not SA leading the charge

Our survey of 750 CEOs, CTOS, and CIOs across South Africa, Kenya, Egypt, Morocco, and Algeria reveals that a remarkable 85% of companies are either already investing in AI or plan to do so within the next three to five years. This widespread ambition underscores the growing recognition of Al's potential to transform operations and drive innovation.

Interestingly, our findings also unearthed some unexpected regional dynamics. Kenya and Egypt are emerging as front-runners in Al adoption, demonstrating a strong appetite for the technology. South Africa, often considered the continent's technology leader, appears to be taking a more measured approach.

Key findings of the survey:

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