Responsible AI for transformative policymaking in South Africa

Artificial General Intelligence is coming. Should we be afraid?

In this opinion piece, published by News24, Prof. Willem Fourie explains artificial general intelligence (AGI), outlines its capability levels, and provides thoughts on its meaning for society as AGI becomes a concrete reality.

OECD dialogue leads to briefing note on optimising SA’s policy advice system

What will it take to strengthen South Africa’s policy advice system at the centre of government? This write-up of our Digital Dialogue with the OECD highlights the challenges and proposals for practical reforms that emanated from the event.

Goalkeepers profile: Lawrence Mabasa

This month, the Policy Innovation Lab is spotlighting Goalkeeper Dr. Lawrence Mabasa. As a specialist scientist at the SAMRC and senior lecturer at Stellenbosch University, he leads research on maternal nutrition and child development, tackling both scientific and cultural challenges in public health. Discover how his work is shaping national policy and improving outcomes in vulnerable communities across South Africa.