Recognised internationally for pioneering Artificial Intelligence innovations, empowering industries and governments, and shaping the future of Africa's digital transformation.
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Million+ Funding
Students Trained
Google's #1 Ranked AI Professor in Africa
Professor Abejide Ade-Ibijola is a globally recognised leader in Artificial Intelligence, innovation, and digital transformation. Currently a Full Professor of Artificial Intelligence & Applications at the University of Johannesburg, he is also a Distinguished Professor at Woxsen University (India) and University of Kigali (Rwanda).
"Tabula Rasa - every student is a blank slate capable of excellence."
Abejide's teaching is rooted in discipline, accessibility, and mentorship. He has supervised 65 postgraduate students to completion and directly mentored thousands across 26 African countries. His initiatives blend serious games, AI-driven classrooms, and VR/AR innovations, ensuring that learning translates into employability, entrepreneurship, and societal value.
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High-impact, world-class talks on AI, digital transformation, entrepreneurship, and the future of work. Delivered at global conferences, corporate summits, government forums, and academic institutions.
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Enquire NowHands-on learning for leadership teams, policymakers, and universities. Topics include AI for Non-Coders, AI in Finance & Education, AI and SDGs, Entrepreneurship in the Age of AI.
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Honoured Across Continents for Excellence in AI, Teaching, Innovation, and Societal Impact
Business Tech Africa for the VR Courtroom (AI category)
Recognition by the Nigerian government for outstanding contributions across Africa
Deep Learning IndabaX Nigeria, for GRIT Lab Africa
University of Johannesburg - Innovation of the Year and Teacher Excellence
School of Consumer Intelligence and Information Systems, UJ
College of Business & Economics, UJ (among 338 academics)
From Algorithms to Impact: Innovations That Shape Education, Industry, and Society
Africa's first courtroom in VR for legal education - Award-winning innovation recognized as African Tech Innovation of the Year 2024.
Student entrepreneurship platform generating R3M+ turnover in its first year, empowering students through commercial opportunities.
AI-powered helpdesk for South Africa's Deputy Minister of Higher Education, featuring digital human and chatbot capabilities.
With over 80 proprietary technological tools developed, Professor Ade-Ibijola's innovations span AI algorithms, serious games, VR/AR solutions, and digital platforms.
Explore Full Innovation PortfolioRecognised Voice on Artificial Intelligence Across Media and Thought Leadership Platforms
Global feature on AI and societal impact with 360M+ audience reach worldwide.
Expert commentary on AI in governance and education, reaching millions of viewers across Africa.
Interviews on AI strategy for corporate and investment banking.
Featured as winner of African Tech Innovation of the Year 2024 for VR Courtroom innovation.
Recognised for Overall Academic Excellence in South Africa 2023.
Finalist for Africa Tech Leader of the Year 2023, highlighting leadership in AI and digital transformation.
Regular insights on AI strategy, education transformation, and African innovation with thousands of engagements from executives, policymakers, and academics.
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GRIT Lab Africa Opinion Series and planned Future Podcast featuring AI conversations with global experts.
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Johannesburg Business School
University of Johannesburg
South Africa