AI, Cybercrime, and Legal Challenges in Africa

This panel explores the interplay between AI and cybercrime in Africa, highlighting emerging AI-driven threats such as voice cloning scams and synthetic identity fraud. It examines institutional and technological challenges faced by law enforcement, alongside ethical and legal gaps, including the Cybercrime Act and data protection legislation. Additionally, the discussion offers insights into AI predictive policing, evaluating its benefits, operational concerns, and broader implications for...