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The research aims to explore the effectiveness of AI ethics and governance frameworks in Uganda.

March 15, 2026Open Access

Ethics and Governance in African AI: A Comparative Study in Uganda 2013

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The research aims to explore the effectiveness of AI ethics and governance frameworks in Uganda.
Conducted qualitative comparative analysis of literature
Analyzed policy documents from Ugandan institutions
Identified gaps between international frameworks and local protections
Found significant gaps in local legal protections for personal data
Current governance structures insufficiently address ethical challenges in AI
Recommendations for tailored national AI ethics guidelines aligned with Uganda's context

Resumen

AI ethics and governance are crucial for ensuring responsible development in African societies. Qualitative comparative analysis of existing literature and policy documents from various Ugandan institutions. The study identified a significant gap between the adoption of international AI ethics frameworks and local legal protections for personal data. Uganda's current governance structures inadequately address emerging ethical challenges in AI, particularly concerning privacy and digital rights. Develop tailored national AI ethics guidelines aligned with Uganda's socio-economic context and incorporate them into existing legal frameworks. AI Ethics, Data Governance, Uganda, Comparative Study

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