Report shows SA using AI more than most other countries

South Africans are embracing AI at rates above global averages. Picture: iStock South Africans are embracing artificial intelligence (AI) at rates above global averages, with 70% already using AI chatbots and 90% eager to build AI literacy. The Google Ipsos study shows that technology is seen as a driver of progress in education, work and entrepreneurship, with 81% reporting positive impacts on learning and 75% finding workplace value.

Optimism outweighs concern, and both government and technology companies are trusted to ensure AI benefits society. “South Africans are moving quickly from experimenting with AI to using it as an everyday tool to learn, work and explore new opportunities,” said Kabelo Makwane, country director for Google South Africa. “This report shows that people in our country view AI as a driver of progress – from students and teachers to entrepreneurs and researchers.” According to the report, the country is ahead of global averages in adoption, optimism and belief in AI’s potential to transform education and opportunity. READ NEXT:Cyber Month: Scammers ‘hacking kindness’ – AI and ubuntu used for fraud