Welcome to the
South African Artificial Intelligence Association
A platform for collaboration and knowledge-sharing among AI professionals and enthusiasts in South Africa. Join 4000+ AI Practitioners TODAY!
SAAIA
About
The South African Artificial Intelligence Association (SAAIA) is an industry body focused on promoting the advancement of responsible AI in South Africa by uniting practitioners across Commercial, Government, Academic, Startup and NGO sectors. With over 4000+ members we are the largest AI community in South Africa focused on the AI opportunity in our region.
SAAIA
Vision
Join 4000+ AI Practitioners in shaping the future of South African Responsible AI adoption & inclusivity
SAAIA seeks to encourage stakeholders in the adoption of responsible AI for the commercial and societal benefit of the citizens of South Africa with a primary focus on economic growth, trade, investment, equality and inclusivity.
SAAIA
Key Activities
- Serve as the voice of the industry
- Provide analysis & research
- Help inform strategy & decision making
- Help National, Provincial & City Government policy making
- Unite buyers and suppliers to grow the economy
- Connect SMMEs to funding to create new companies & jobs
- Attract FDI to South Africa as the “AI gateway” to Africa
- Help African smart tech companies find markets abroad
- Showcase the best of South African AI Innovation & Research
- Promote debate on inclusion, ethics, regulation & standards
- Share best practice & education resources for all
Membership
Benefits
What you get in return?
- Join our growing 4000+ AI practitioner member base
- Contribute to the community & have your say
- Take part in dialogues, surveys & research
- Exclusive invites and discounts
- Membership to private LinkedIn Group
- Complimentary copy of The State of AI in Africa Report
- Access to market insights
- Inclusion in our news mailer
- Access to Synapse Magazine
- Plus more – See full list of benefits at the membership page
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FREE Membership
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