Tanzania, May 13 -- Zimbabwe. Tanzania has announced an ambitious plan to deepen the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in strengthening the country's disaster management systems as part of wider efforts to improve early warning mechanisms and reduce the impact of natural and human-made disasters.

Permanent Secretary in the Prime Minister's Office responsible for Policy, Parliament, Coordination and Persons with Disabilities, Dr Jim Yonazi, said the adoption of AI technology will enhance the country's ability to process and monitor disaster-related information in real time, enabling authorities to make faster and more accurate decisions during emergencies.

Dr Yonazi reaffirmed the commitment during a preparatory meeting for the Sixth O...