The Artificial Intelligence Institute (AII) in Ethiopia aims to become a leading national AI research and development center by 2030. It focuses on creating innovative AI-enabled solutions at both national and international levels. The institute is dedicated to advancing AI technologies, facilitating the development of skilled manpower in collaboration with educational institutions, and providing research-based AI products and services to support the country’s development. Additionally, AII is actively involved in leveraging AI to address global challenges such as climate change.

AII is involved in various projects, including disease prediction and management, customer chatbots, and revenue assurance in tax collections. They also emphasize youth development through training programs and summer camps aimed at cultivating a skilled generation in AI technology.The institute collaborates with higher education institutions and other organizations to implement major national technological projects