Guiding Africa's Leaders
Through AI Transformation
Training
Audit
Strategy
Governance
Innovation
AI CoLab Africa is a strategic AI advisory, training, and innovation partner for organisations across Africa seeking to harness artificial intelligence for meaningful business impact.
We are a coordinated collective of practitioners, service companies, and AI product providers united by a shared goal — to make AI adoption in Africa ethical, measurable, and transformative. Our collective expertise spans the full value chain, from awareness and strategy through governance, change management, and ROI measurement. With us, leaders don’t just keep pace with AI; they set the agenda.
AI CoLab Africa partners with organisations to turn interest in AI into informed action. Whether you’re defining your strategy, building internal capacity, or piloting solutions, our services are designed to meet you where you are—and move you forward.
Explore our core service areas below to see how we support AI readiness, integration, and impact across your organisation.
AI Readiness Audits
We help organisations assess their current digital maturity and readiness to adopt AI.
AI Strategy Development
We co-create tailored AI strategies that align with your business goals.
AI Governance Support
We support organisations in developing internal AI governance frameworks.
AI Product Development Support
We guide teams in integrating AI into product development and innovation processes.
AI Security Audits
We conduct in-depth assessments of AI systems to ensure model integrity.
AI Implementation Support
We provide hands-on support through your AI implementation journey.
From foundational awareness to deep strategic fluency, our trainings are designed to align,
upskill, and future-proof your teams.
- AI Readiness for Boards
- AI & the Future of Work (REMCO)
- AI & Risk (Risk Committees)
- AI Strategy & Implementation (IT Committees)
- AI Awareness for Executives
- The AI-Centric Enterprise
- AI Readiness & Awareness
- AI Ethics
Tailored Sessions on:
- AI Architecture
- Ethics and Compliance
- Organisational Design
- Marketing Visibility
- Operational Efficiency
- AI product Innovation
Delivery: Virtual or In-Person
Customised by sector and maturity level
Board-Centric Focus
We speak the language of oversight, policy, risk, and long-term value.
African Contextual Expertise
We understand local infrastructure, regulation, and growth dynamics.
End-to-End Offering
From audits to training, strategy to pilot execution—we provide continuity.
Ethical and Strategic Balance
We prioritise responsible AI adoption, not just technological novelty.
Our clients typically include:
Corporates, multinationals, and growth-stage companies across Africa
Board members, C-suite executives, and senior leadership teams
Strategy, innovation, digital transformation, and learning departments
Operational teams seeking practical AI skills for real-world use
Government agencies, development organisations, and donor-funded programmes
Internal taskforces, champions, or special project teams tasked with exploring AI adoption or implementation
What our clients say about us
“The AI Readiness & Awareness Training for Business Leaders was eye-opening and highly practical introduction to AI for C-level executives.
It sharpened my readiness to embrace AI more strategically, open mindedly, and to look beyond trends and assess how AI meaningfully intersects with peole, systems and long term value creation.
This session is a must for any senior leader preparing their organisation for a future shaped by AI.”
Osayi Alile ・CEO
Act Foundation
“The AI Transformation focused Experiment To Enterprise training was quite illuminating and insightful for me.
I found the training very valuable because it broadened my knowledge horizon on AI. The Faculty’s depth, expertise on the subject as well as delivery of same during the training were particularly impactful.
I would strongly recommend the training for all boards and C-level leaders.”
Remi Osuagwu ・ED
Stanbic IBTC Bank
“AI training for Boards is a must for every Board Director seeking to be better informed about the technology that is transforming the way that we work and live.
From discussions that helped to make sense of the hype and the reality of AI to useful tips to ensure that Board members provide meaningful direction and ask the right questions of management about AI led innovation and implementation, this training session ticked all the boxes.”
Mrs Mobola Johnson ・Senior Partner
TLcom Capital LLP
“The AI Readiness for Business Leaders session exceeded expectations, delivering packed insights on integrating AI into organisational strategy. The facilitator’s expertise shone through in the wealth of real-life examples, making the content practical and actionable. A must-attend for business and technical leaders, it instilled a sense of urgency and clarity on navigating the AI journey, regardless of your company’s stage. Kudos to the facilitator for a truly enlightening experience!”
Toyin Ogunmola ・Chief Data Officer
Stanbic IBTC Bank
“I recently had the privilege of participating in the AI in Financial Services training program, and I must say it exceeded my expectations! The interactive sessions and depth of knowledge by the expert facilitators provided a wealth of insights that I’ve been able to apply in my own work. A must-attend for any financial leader looking to harness the power of AI”
Bunmi Dayo-Olagunju ・Deputy MD
Stanbic IBTC Bank
“The session was insightful, which has alerted me to why I should upskill to remain relevant.
Thank you.”
Participant
Finance
“The training was insightful, and it re-ignited my passion for learning.”
Participant
Manufacturing
“It was a fantastic and insightful session, opening my eyes to the future of AI and technology as a whole.”
Participant
Healthcare
“I found the session to be highly informative and engaging. I’m convinced that leveraging AI can significantly enhance various processes in our company, ultimately leading to improved operational efficiency.”
Participant
Insurance
Trend 2
We conduct in-depth assessments of AI systems to ensure model integrity.
Building AI-Ready Leaders: The Organisational AI Training Playbook
Organisations across various industries are exploring AI through chatbots, reporting assistants, analytics tools, and department-level pilots. While these initiatives suggest progress, many are unknowingly repeating the same underlying mistake.
From Experiment To Enterprise: How Boards & C-Level Leaders Must Rethink Ai Pilots For Lasting Impact
MIT’s recent finding that 95% of generative AI pilots fail sparked scepticism, caution, and headlines framing AI as hype. However, the reality is more nuanced and critical for leaders aiming to unlock AI’s long-term value.
The AI Readiness Charter: 15 Commitments Every Board Must Make
The question is no longer if boards should act, but how quickly they can provide oversight and lead this transformation with the same rigour as financial governance and risk. To support this, I’ve developed an AI Readiness Charter for Boards to help embed AI into long-term strategy.
Building AI-Ready Leaders: The Organisational AI Training Playbook
Organisations across various industries are exploring AI through chatbots, reporting assistants, analytics tools, and department-level pilots. While these initiatives suggest progress, many are unknowingly repeating the same underlying mistake.
From Experiment To Enterprise: How Boards & C-Level Leaders Must Rethink Ai Pilots For Lasting Impact
MIT’s recent finding that 95% of generative AI pilots fail sparked scepticism, caution, and headlines framing AI as hype. However, the reality is more nuanced and critical for leaders aiming to unlock AI’s long-term value.
The AI Readiness Charter: 15 Commitments Every Board Must Make
The question is no longer if boards should act, but how quickly they can provide oversight and lead this transformation with the same rigour as financial governance and risk. To support this, I’ve developed an AI Readiness Charter for Boards to help embed AI into long-term strategy.
AI Outlook 2026 is a high-impact, insight-driven executive session that distills the most significant shifts that shaped AI in 2025 and equips board members and business leaders with the strategic intelligence they need to navigate 2026 with confidence.
We’re here to help you unlock meaningful, measurable AI adoption.
Whether you’re looking to assess your readiness, upskill your teams, or embed AI into your operations—we’d love to hear from you.
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