Funding Opportunity from IDRC and FCDO: Exploring the Socio-Economic Impacts of Artificial Intelligence in Africa – Apply Before 17 September 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping economies and societies worldwide, and in Africa its potential to boost productivity, transform labour markets, and create new opportunities is immense. At the same time, it carries risks of exclusion, inequality, and concentrated power. Ensuring AI benefits everyone, particularly the most vulnerable, calls for urgent research and evidence — this funding opportunity from IDRC and FCDO must be applied for before 17 September 2025.