The role of Artificial Intelligence in Ethiopian institutions

In a commentary piece, technology expert Tesfaye Demissie highlights the growing adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across various sectors in Ethiopia, including banking, insurance, telecommunications, manufacturing, healthcare, and public institutions. While AI promises improved decision-making and greater operational efficiency, the author argues that the core leadership challenge lies beyond mere deployment. Institutions must ensure they can trust, explain, control, and continuously improve the outcomes produced by these AI systems. The piece emphasizes that governance and accountability are as critical as the technology itself.