Navigating hope and risk of AI for digital citizenship: perceptions of benefits, risks, and governance from African perspectives
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly embedded in social, economic, and public-service contexts, understanding how citizens perceive its benefits and risks is important for responsible technology governance. This study examines perceptions of AI among 280 African participants in a 4-week AI bootcamp held in 2025. Using a mixed-methods design, the study analyzed closed-ended survey responses on perceived AI benefits, collaboration comfort, community impact areas, risk perceptions,
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Published: 12 August 2026
Source: AI & Society
Category: Research
Topics: Regulation
Retrieved: 13 August 2026
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