Jacques Bonjawo

Jacques Bonjawo is a computer engineer, an entrepreneur, and an author, renowned for his contributions to the field of information and communications technology, particularly in Africa, India, and the United States. An expert in artificial intelligence, he currently serves as founding president of the Africa AI Forum, an association dedicated to promoting the responsible use of AI on the African continent. He spent the majority of his career at Microsoft's U.S. headquarters, in Redmond, Washington, where, as a senior manager, he held key positions and contributed to several major projects. In addition to his work in the technology sector, Bonjawo is the author of several books and is actively involved in initiatives aimed at improving access to education and technology in Africa. His achievements have earned him numerous awards, including recognition for his contributions to Microsoft’s history.