Shaping Policy, Innovation,
and AI’s Future in Africa
Beyond AI is a groundbreaking initiative to position Ghana and Africa at the forefront of inclusive and ethical AI development and innovation.
More than a conference, Beyond AI is an actionable platform to:
Bridge the gap between policy, research, and business.
Strengthen entrepreneurs, regulators, and citizens with AI knowledge and tools.
Develop localized AI solutions that drive economic growth and social inclusion.
Why Beyond AI?
As Africa undergoes rapid digital transformation, the demand for a dedicated forum to examine AI’s role in addressing the continent’s unique socio-political and economic challenges has never been more urgent. With its growing ambition in AI, Ghana is well-positioned to lead this conversation while addressing a critical gap in public understanding, stakeholder engagement in AI governance and policy and the understanding in how people can harness AI for social impact and community-driven innovation.
Beyond AI is designed to bridge this gap. More than just a conference, it is a multi-year initiative fostering sustained engagement to ensure AI is developed with, for, and by the people it impacts.
Beyond AI is envisioned as an ongoing engagement platform, creating an ecosystem where policy, technology, and culture intersect to drive informed discourse, influence decision-making, and establish ethical and inclusive AI practices for Ghana, extending into Africa.
Key Objectives
Position Ghana as an AI Hub: Establish Ghana as a leading center for AI research, policy, and innovation, fostering Pan-African and global dialogue.
Demystify AI & Foster Inclusive Participation: Make AI concepts accessible to the public, ensuring meaningful engagement from civil society, government officials, tech innovators, investors, academics, activists, and influencers in addressing Africa’s unique AI challenges and opportunities.
Shape a Responsible AI Ecosystem: Drive conversations on AI regulation, education, ethics, and geopolitical impacts to ensure technological advancements contribute to sustainable development.
Advance AI for Socio-Economic Growth: Highlight AI’s role in agriculture, healthcare, education, mineral resources and governance, driving innovation, job creation, and long-term economic resilience.
Stimulate Innovation & Investment: Connect stakeholders to catalyze AI-driven investments, research initiatives, and policy development, emphasizing open-source technology and digital sovereignty.
Drive Thought Leadership & Policy Impact: Establish a continuous feedback loop through AI Watch discussions, a dedicated podcast, bi-monthly newsletters, and reports, shaping public policy and guiding strategic decisions across sectors.
Organizers
Beyond AI 2025 is organized by Aether Strategies in collaboration with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Capacity Building Center and Bilili Creative Lab.
Aether Strategies is a strategic consultancy firm specializing in business development, digital solutions, and policy advocacy, with a strong focus on Africa’s technological and economic landscape.
The UCLA Capacity Building Center brings extensive expertise in fostering leadership, innovation, and institutional capacity building.
Bilili Creative Lab is a pan-African innovation and community space based in Accra, Ghana, dedicated to empowering artists, technologists, and young leaders through creative learning, cultural expression, and digital transformation.
Together, these organizations are committed to ensuring that Beyond AI is a high-impact platform that shapes the future of AI governance, innovation, and inclusion across Africa.
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