The Technical Advisor to the Minister of Interior, Commissioner of Police (COP) Maame Yaa Tiwaa Addo-Danquah, has underscored the importance of artificial intelligence (AI) in public life and administration, stressing that AI is reshaping governance decision-making systems by making them faster and more evidence-based.

She, however, noted that AI, which includes automation, must be managed carefully to avoid bias and ensure transparency.

COP Tiwaa 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 under the theme “The Role of Women Leaders in Promoting Integrity in Public Life in the Era of AI”, she pointed out that integrity was at the core of public life and women leaders must exemplify it, especially in these times of AI, 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.

Women leaders, ethical leaders, and value-driven leaders are essential for ensuring that technology strengthens society rather than weakening it, she explained.

The conference, which was being hosted by the National Anti-Corruption Commission (CONAC), aims at strengthening institutional integrity and sharing best practices to combat corruption, focusing on collaboration across Commonwealth countries.