One of the sub-themes, “Corporate Social Responsibility in Managing the Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Human Values,” will address how businesses can prioritize ethical practices while leveraging AI.
Another session, “Deploying AI in Eco-Friendly Business Start-ups in Africa: Opportunities and Challenges,” will explore the potential of AI to drive sustainable entrepreneurship on the continent.
Experts will also examine the effects of technology on societal norms through the sub-theme, “Technology and the Reprogramming of Social Reality.” In another session, “Distortion of Reality in Social and Digital Media,” participants will engage in conversations about the challenges posed by misinformation and manipulation in digital spaces.
Ecological concerns will feature prominently in the Congress, with discussions under the sub-theme, “Ecological Education and Action against Unsustainable Exploitation of Natural Resources.” This session will focus on fostering responsible environmental practices in the face of technological and industrial advancements.
The Congress will also address the role of media in advancing the Church’s mission in Africa through the sub-theme, “Media and Promotion of the Recommendations of the Synod on Synodality in Africa.” This topic will highlight how journalists can contribute to spreading and implementing the outcomes of the Synod on Synodality.
In the December 2 press release, the continental Executive Committee of UCAP, led by its President Charles Ayetan, called for support from stakeholders to bring to fruition the weeklong event that will have professionals in communication, media, and digital technologies from Africa and other continents, in attendance.
“We appeal to stakeholders and any institution, organization, and company interested in the theme and topics of this Pan-African Congress to support its implementation, contributing to the sustainable development of the continent,” Mr. Ayetan said.
On her part, Victoria Lugey, the former Vice-President of UCAP and the immediate past President of the CAMP-G, who is also a member of the Congress Organizing Committee, highlighted the importance of the event not only for media professionals but also for the users of technology in general.
Ms. Lugey said the main objective of the Congress is to “strengthen the capacities of media professionals to educate the public on the need to promote and preserve human values in a world strongly impacted by technological progress, particularly with the advent of Artificial Intelligence.”
Organizers of the event have outlined several objectives, including training journalists on the use of AI and digital technologies while fostering respect for life, human dignity, and solidarity.
