Published on June 18, 2025 by Agencies for Kenya Online News
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By Elijah Odanga
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has proposed for the adoption of the “Nairobi Commitment ” ” which states that by 2030, every IGAD citizen benefits from AI-enhanced security while being protected from digital threats.
This means governments allocating at least 2% of budgets to AI security infrastructure, private sector committing to local talent development, and development partners providing technology transfer for our law enforcement agencies.
“Across our IGAD region, we face complex security challenges, and these range from transnational crime and terrorism to cybercrime and border management gaps. Nevertheless, even within these challenges lies the opportunity for innovation through AI and cybersecurity solutions, “said IGAD executive Secretary Workneh Gebeheyu.
He said across the IGAD region, they face complex security challenges, ranging from transnational crime and terrorism to cybercrime and border management gaps.
The official said the IGAD region and the Greater Horn of Africa can lead in responsible AI deployment for security
“Nevertheless, even within these challenges lies the opportunity for innovation through AI and cybersecurity solutions, “he said.
Gebeheyu said the future of regional security belongs to those who harness artificial intelligence challenging the region to become active architects of our region’s digital security future.
“In this future I can say without fear of contradiction, that humanity will be divided not in terms of race and cultural diversity; not only black or white or brown but it will be between those of us who know how to use AI and those that do not. AI is the new divide between the literate and the illiterate said Gerbehayu
“Join me as we together imagine AI systems that help our law enforcement predict crime patterns, optimise resource deployment, and detect threats before time. Picture with me as AI powered platforms improve border management and create safer, more connected communities. “
The official said the IGAD region and the Greater Horn of Africa can lead in responsible AI deployment for security.
Gerbehayu was speaking during, the Regional Consultative Seminar on Harnessing Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity for Security, Cooperation, and Resilience in Nairobi on Wednesday, 18th June 2025.
