The Founder of the Millar Institute for Transdisciplinary and Development Studies (MITDS), Professor David Millar, has cautioned against the growing notion that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will soon dominate human activities and take over jobs.
In an interview on A1 Radio, Prof. Millar stressed that while AI is an important tool for progress, it cannot replace human input—particularly indigenous knowledge systems.
According to him, the rise of AI is accompanied by exaggerated fears and unrealistic expectations about its potential. He explained that although AI is capable of processing vast amounts of data and enhancing efficiency, it remains limited in capturing the nuances of lived experiences, culture, and indigenous wisdom that are rarely documented.
“AI cannot fully replicate what is deeply personal, cultural, and community-based. Our indigenous knowledge systems, which are embedded in our ways of life, cannot simply be coded into machines,” he noted.
Prof. Millar emphasized the need to embrace AI as a supportive tool rather than a replacement for human judgment. He suggested that African societies must strengthen their cultural foundations to ensure that technology complements traditional knowledge instead of eroding it.
He also urged policymakers, educators, and innovators to adopt a balanced approach that promotes inclusivity and safeguards cultural identity. “We must not allow technology to take away our uniqueness as a people. AI should complement our knowledge, not replace it,” he said.
Prof. Millar’s reflections add a critical voice to the global debate on the future of AI, reminding society that human agency, creativity, and indigenous wisdom remain irreplaceable in shaping sustainable development.
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