South Africa's Redrafted AI Policy Delayed Until at Least March 2027
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South Africans will have to wait longer to see the country's new national artificial intelligence (AI) policy. According to an official, the redrafted policy will not be made public until the Cabinet approves it for public comment. That approval is now not expected before March 2027.
The national AI policy is meant to guide how artificial intelligence is developed and used in South Africa. Governments around the world are writing rules for AI because the technology is being used more and more in areas such as business, education, health and public services. A clear policy can help the country decide how to use AI in a safe and useful way.
The article does not give detailed reasons for the delay. What is clear is that the public will not be able to read or comment on the draft until Cabinet has given its approval. Members of the public, businesses and experts who want to contribute to the discussion will therefore need to be patient for some time.
In the meantime, the policy remains under revision. When it is finally released for comment, South Africans will have an opportunity to read the proposals and share their views before any final decisions are made.
Sources: iAfrica.com
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