The Technical Advisor to the Minister of the Interior, Commissioner of Police (COP) Maame Yaa Tiwaa Addo-Danquah, has underscored the growing importance of artificial intelligence (AI) in public life and administration, stressing that it is transforming governance and decision-making systems by making them faster and more evidence-based.
She, however, noted that AI—which includes automation—must be carefully managed to avoid bias and ensure transparency.
COP Addo-Danquah made the point in her presentation at the 16th Commonwealth Regional Conference of Heads of Anti-Corruption Agencies in Africa in Yaoundé, Cameroon.
Speaking on the theme “The Role of Women Leaders in Promoting Integrity in Public Life in the Era of AI,” she emphasised that integrity remains central to public service, adding that women leaders must exemplify it, especially in an era where AI can be a double-edged sword.
“AI brings opportunities—but also risks. Only leaders with courage and strong principles can guide society safely through this transformation. A courageous leader will pause or reject an AI system if it threatens privacy or fairness, even if it promises efficiency,” she said.
She further noted that women leaders, ethical leaders and value-driven leaders are essential to ensuring that technology strengthens rather than weakens society.
The conference, hosted by the National Anti-Corruption Commission (CONAC), aims to strengthen institutional integrity and share best practices in combating corruption, with a focus on collaboration across Commonwealth countries.
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