China partnership to address South Africa’s digital skills gap

South Africa's Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Nomalungelo Gina, says South Africa and China are pursuing mutually beneficial cooperation in areas such as the digital economy, artificial intelligence and energy. The two countries are planning to establish an Artificial Intelligence Talent Development and Innovation Centre in South Africa. Gina says the centre aims to bridge the country's digital skills gap, build innovation capacity and grow collaboration with Chinese institutions. She adds that preparatory work is underway.