Launched by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) with the support of several experts, the Alliance for I4.0 and Smart Manufacturing in Africa (AISMA) is a cooperative network of experts in the field of Industry 4.0, working together as a think tank and hub for connecting stakeholders, generating innovative ideas and initiatives, and implementing them with the aim of unlocking the potential of Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing in Africa.
AISMA aims at unlocking the potential of smart manufacturing in Africa by raising awareness on Industry 4.0, fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders within the Industry 4.0 ecosystem and facilitating the adoption of frontier technologies in manufacturing companies across the continent.
AISMA ultimately aims to promote Africa’s integration, generate inclusive and sustainable development, stimulate job creation, empower people and break the digital divide, in accordance with the UN Secretary-General’s call to establish a Global Digital Compact that upholds shared principles for an open, free, and secure digital future for all.
The potential of Industry 4.0 in the African continent is crucial for advancing inclusive and sustainable industrial development and paving the path for greater integration. Such progress can only be achieved through adopting new and smart production models built on emerging frontier technologies such as artificial intelligence, robotics, big data, 3D printing or blockchain, to name a few.
The adoption of the “Digital Transformation Strategy for Africa (2020-2030)” by the African Union, which aims to harness digital technologies and innovation to transform African societies and economies, represents a critical milestone and stresses the strong commitment of African countries to strengthen their capabilities in the field of Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing.
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