AI will reshape jobs but offers opportunity if managed well - Bawumia
Mahamudu Bawumia, former Vice President of Ghana and NPP flagbearer for 2028, highlighted both the risks and opportunities artificial intelligence presents for jobs and economic inclusion across Africa when addressing participants at the LSE Africa Summit 2026. He noted that AI will significantly transform labour markets but stressed that the outcome will depend on policy choices and preparedness.
Bawumia cited global estimates indicating that about 40% of jobs are exposed to AI-driven change, but clarified that this does not necessarily mean mass job losses. He said AI is more likely to reshape tasks and improve productivity. He noted, "The point is not that '40% of jobs will vanish,' but that AI will reshape tasks and productivity across a large share of work."
Bawumia warned that Africa's large informal sector presents unique challenges, requiring tailored strategies focused on inclusion, skills development, and support for small businesses. He concluded that with the right policies, AI could drive shared prosperity, stating, "If we get this right, AI can become a productivity engine for agriculture, health, education, climate resilience, and digital trade."
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Mahamudu Bawumia says artificial intelligence presents both risks and opportunities for African jobs- economic inclusion. He addressed participants at the LSE Africa Summit 2026- stressing that the outcome will depend on policy choices and preparedness.
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