s the term “Artificial Intelligence” misleading? In this thought-provoking analysis, Zambian scholar Henry Kyambalesa challenges the global tech community to rethink one of the 21st century’s most influential terms. From ethical dilemmas to socio-economic consequences, the article explores why “Machine Intelligence” may be a more fitting description—and what that shift in language could mean for Africa and the world.
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) and new technologies offers tremendous potential to transform our lives, but it also raises significant concerns. Issues such as the black box phenomenon, where AI decision-making processes remain opaque, and historical power dynamics highlight the need for careful oversight. As AI technology develops rapidly, there is a risk of it being used for dominance rather than equitable benefit.
This discussion addresses some of the issues we need to be discussing.