France, Aug. 13 -- Nigeria is hosting one of Africa's biggest tech gatherings on Tuesday, with debates ranging from Wolof-speaking chatbots to medical algorithms. The ambition is to harness artificial intelligence to transform economies - but patchy internet, unreliable electricity and low investment remain major obstacles.

In Lagos, the African Digital Economy and Inclusion Conference is bringing together policymakers, business leaders, academics and other stakeholders to explore how AI can drive growth while making sure no one is left behind.

The two-day event will examine ways to combine private innovation with public policy.

With the theme AI and the African Digital Economy: Leaving No One Behind, organisers say they want to "addre...