UWC Faculty of Law Academics and PhD Students Shine at International Interdisciplinary Conference on AI and Law
Between July 3-5, 2024, several academics and PhD students from the University of the Western Cape (UWC) made notable contributions at the International Interdisciplinary Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Law. Hosted by the Faculty of Law at the University of Cape Town, the event attracted legal scholars, technologists, and policymakers from around the globe to explore the intersection of AI and legal systems.
UWC Law faculty members, Prof Debbie Collier and Prof Desmond Oriakhogba, headlined the closing plenary with a session titled "Artificial Intelligence and the Law: Setting Out the Challenges and Opportunities in Africa." Their insightful discussion highlighted the unique prospects and hurdles faced by African nations as they integrate AI technologies into legal frameworks.
Dr Tinashe Kondo delivered a compelling presentation on "Exploring the Potential Applications of Artificial Intelligence in South African Competition Enforcement: A Comparative Perspective." His analysis underscored the transformative impact AI could have on regulatory practices and enforcement efficiency within South Africa.
Dr Windell Nortje focused on the pressing issue of autonomous weapons, presenting "Regulating the Use of Lethal Autonomous Weapons in Armed Conflict: Towards a Legal Framework to Protect the Children of Africa." His work advocates for stringent legal protections to safeguard children in conflict zones against the dangers posed by these advanced technologies.
Mr Mohamed Sungay and Ms Nejat Hussein collaborated on a critical discussion titled "AI and Autonomous Weapons: Bridging the Gap Between International Humanitarian Law and Technology within the African Context and Beyond." Their joint presentation emphasised the urgent need for legal frameworks that align technological advancements with humanitarian principles.
Ms. Diana Ogega explored the intersection of AI tools and legal education in her presentation, "The Wary Dance Between AI Tools and Legal Pedagogy: To Forbid the Use of AI Tools or Not?." Her thought-provoking session examined the benefits and potential drawbacks of integrating AI into legal training and education.
The conference program, featuring diverse topics such as algorithmic accountability, ethical considerations in AI development, and the implications of AI on privacy and data protection, provided a comprehensive overview of the current state and future directions of AI in the legal domain.
The event underscored the pivotal role of interdisciplinary collaboration in addressing the multifaceted challenges posed by AI, particularly within the African context. As AI continues to evolve, the insights and research presented at this conference will be instrumental in shaping policies and legal frameworks that ensure equitable and ethical deployment of AI technologies.
For more details, refer to the [conference program]
Between July 3-5, 2024, several academics and PhD students from the University of the Western Cape (UWC) made notable contributions at the International Interdisciplinary Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Law. Hosted by the Faculty of Law at the University of Cape Town, the event attracted legal scholars, technologists, and policymakers from around the globe to explore the intersection of AI and legal systems.
UWC Law faculty members, Prof Debbie Collier and Prof Desmond Oriakhogba, headlined the closing plenary with a session titled "Artificial Intelligence and the Law: Setting Out the Challenges and Opportunities in Africa." Their insightful discussion highlighted the unique prospects and hurdles faced by African nations as they integrate AI technologies into legal frameworks.
Dr Tinashe Kondo delivered a compelling presentation on "Exploring the Potential Applications of Artificial Intelligence in South African Competition Enforcement: A Comparative Perspective." His analysis underscored the transformative impact AI could have on regulatory practices and enforcement efficiency within South Africa.
Dr Windell Nortje focused on the pressing issue of autonomous weapons, presenting "Regulating the Use of Lethal Autonomous Weapons in Armed Conflict: Towards a Legal Framework to Protect the Children of Africa." His work advocates for stringent legal protections to safeguard children in conflict zones against the dangers posed by these advanced technologies.
Mr Mohamed Sungay and Ms Nejat Hussein collaborated on a critical discussion titled "AI and Autonomous Weapons: Bridging the Gap Between International Humanitarian Law and Technology within the African Context and Beyond." Their joint presentation emphasised the urgent need for legal frameworks that align technological advancements with humanitarian principles.
Ms. Diana Ogega explored the intersection of AI tools and legal education in her presentation, "The Wary Dance Between AI Tools and Legal Pedagogy: To Forbid the Use of AI Tools or Not?." Her thought-provoking session examined the benefits and potential drawbacks of integrating AI into legal training and education.
The conference program, featuring diverse topics such as algorithmic accountability, ethical considerations in AI development, and the implications of AI on privacy and data protection, provided a comprehensive overview of the current state and future directions of AI in the legal domain.
The event underscored the pivotal role of interdisciplinary collaboration in addressing the multifaceted challenges posed by AI, particularly within the African context. As AI continues to evolve, the insights and research presented at this conference will be instrumental in shaping policies and legal frameworks that ensure equitable and ethical deployment of AI technologies.
For more details, refer to the [conference program]
