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African cities embrace AI for smart city initiatives amid inclusion concerns

African cities are increasingly adopting advanced technologies like AI for transit and digital twins to become smarter. However, experts caution that ensuring inclusion, trust, and security is crucial for these innovations to benefit all residents. The success of smart city initiatives hinges on addressing these potential pitfalls alongside technological advancement. AI

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IMPACT Highlights the need for equitable AI integration in urban development to ensure widespread benefit.

RANK_REASON The article discusses the broader implications and expert opinions on AI adoption in smart cities, rather than a specific release or event.

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African cities embrace AI for smart city initiatives amid inclusion concerns

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