AI, CLIMATE CHANGE AND ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY IN AFRICAN WORLDVIEW

In the face of escalating climate change, Africa's rich cultural heritage can be looked into with the hope of offering a unique perspective on environmental sustainability. Traditional African worldviews emphasize harmony with nature, communal responsibility, and reverence for the land. However, integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into African societies seems to present both opportunities and challenges for environmental sustainability. This study explores the intersection of AI, climate change, and environmental sustainability through the lens of the African worldview. Adopting the method of dialectics and analysis, this study investigates the complexities of adopting AI technologies within African contexts. While AI can enhance climate sustainability and development, its application requires a critical look and approach, ensuring that it does not erode the cultural beliefs of the African and his environment. The study also captures the role of AI in African environmental sustainability, touching on the need for a culturally sensitive and inclusive approach that prioritize indigenous knowledge and community-led initiatives. The study argued that fusing traditional African worldviews and modern technologies can bring about innovative solutions for a more sustainable and climate-oriented Africa.

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