African universities are failing to prepare tech graduates for jobs in AI“Africa is not prepared to reach its full AI potential because we do not have enough talent,” Olayiwola told Rest of World. The few startups available may not have what it takes to train enough professionals, he said. “The best way is for African governments to invest in university AI programs. This, coupled with private startups, will help build an adequate number of AI professionals.”
A look at the current market sort of supports this idea. But by the time government investment takes hold, the next trend will be in effect. Sadly, “it’s hard to say, hey, don’t chase; build up your own thing” to unemployed people.