Poverty still bears a woman’s face regardless of the global gender equality drive, robust systematic change pertinent
Writes Nyasha Mutena Poverty remains a global challenge, but its impact is not evenly distributed—women are disproportionately affected by economic hardship compared to men. According to the United Nations, women make up the majority of the world’s poor, facing unique barriers that make it harder to escape poverty. From wage gaps and unpaid labor to […]
Sophia the robot thrills Zimbabwe
In collaboration with the Government of Zimbabwe and the University of Zimbabwe, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Zimbabwe has welcomed Sophia the robot with open arms during the Zimbabwe AI and Innovation Week 2024, a groundbreaking event under the theme “Reimagining the Future: AI and Innovation for Sustainable Development in Zimbabwe.”
The event, which was week-long was in celebration of Artificial Intelligence and Innovation for Zimbabwe’s development featuring Sophia the Humanoid Robot, the first robot of her kind to visit Zimbabwe. Sophia is a global icon of artificial intelligence, known for her human-like interaction, thought-provoking speeches, and her ability to inspire a transformative vision for the future of AI.
Sophia the Robot, a global icon Sophia, created by Hanson Robotics, is the world’s first robot to receive citizenship and a United Nations Innovation Champion. With her advanced AI, Sophia engages in natural conversations, delivers inspiring addresses, and fosters discussions on ethics, sustainability, and the role of technology in society. She has graced global stages such as the United Nations General Assembly and the G20 Summit and appeared on renowned media platforms like Good Morning Britain and The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon.
Sophia’s presence in Zimbabwe was an inspiration to children, the youth, policymakers, and innovators to embrace AI as a catalyst for development. Sophia’s visit represents Zimbabwe’s commitment to harnessing the Fourth Industrial Revolution for inclusive growth.
Sophia’s engagement inspired Zimbabwe’s youth to explore careers in AI and STEM fields whilst showcasing leadership and hosting Sophia underscores Zimbabwe’s ambition to lead Africa’s digital transformation. The event foster collaboration between innovators, policymakers, and global stakeholders.
Children and various stakeholders who graced the event on Friday were accorded the chance to converse with her and got an insight on how it feels to be a robot as well as established that indeed she is not human but an intelligent robot invented for excellency. Organizers have emphasized that she will be in the country for the rest of the summer whereby she will be touring the rest of the country before she departs for Hong Kong.
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