The Application of Open Source Artificial Intelligence as an Approach to Frugal Innovation in Tanzania
- September 11, 2020
- Posted by: RSIS Team
- Categories: IJRIAS, Social Science
International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS) | Volume V, Issue III, March 2020 | ISSN 2454–6186
Ndalahwa M. Masanja, PhD1, Happyness Mkumbo, MBA2
1Lecturer, University of Arusha
2Assistant Lecturer, Institute of Accountancy Arusha
Abstract: – Due to the fact that Tanzania is considered a developing country with several challenges including the predominant problem of poverty, it can rely on open access artificial intelligence for frugal innovation. For this reason, this study explores the potential of applying open access artificial intelligences to promote frugal innovation in Tanzania. A content analysis was conducted to explore the initiatives for the implementation by government, private sector and higher learning institutions. The analysis revealed that government has no policies, funding, strategic plan or allocation for the implementation of open access AI in Tanzania. However, the private sectors have policies, funding allocation, strategic plan and non-financial resources for AI initiatives in Tanzania. Likewise, higher learning institutions like University of Dodoma have policies and funding allocation for AI implementation in Tanzania. Based on the findings, it is recommended for the government to formulate policies and dedicate financial and non-financial resources into open source AI technology as an approach to frugal innovation in Tanzania.
Keywords: Artificial intelligence, frugal innovation, open source, Tanzania
