AI Leadership Training for Parliament

This month, the Ministry of ICT & Innovation, together with GIZ, Women Political Leaders (WPL), Cenfri, and the Center for Law and Innovation at Certa Foundation, delivered a high-level AI Leadership Training for over 100 Senators and Deputies. The session aimed to strengthen Parliament’s role in guiding the implementation of Rwanda’s National AI Policy and ensuring that public institutions are prepared for the rapid shifts in AI technologies.

The training introduced Parliament to the fundamentals of artificial intelligence and generative AI in clear, accessible language, while also demonstrating how AI can support everyday legislative work, from analysing lengthy documents to improving translation, research, and budget interpretation. Participants explored the limitations of these tools, including questions of accuracy, bias, confidentiality, and data protection, and discussed Rwanda’s AI governance priorities within the broader African and global context.

The program also highlighted the importance of inclusive AI policymaking through the FemAI Initiative, which supports women leaders in shaping ethical and gender-responsive AI governance. The strong engagement throughout the day underscored Parliament’s commitment to leading Rwanda’s digital transformation in a responsible, informed, and forward-looking manner.

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