Two officials suspended over AI-generated draft AI policy
Two South African officials were suspended after a draft National Artificial Intelligence Policy was found to have been compiled using AI and included citations for non-existent academic journals. The policy was withdrawn from public consultation and an internal review is underway.
The Department of Communications and Digital Technologies has placed two officials on precautionary suspension pending an investigation into the draft National Artificial Intelligence Policy. The policy was withdrawn from public consultation after it was discovered that the document was compiled using AI, citing 'fictitious' academic journal articles. The department stated that the irresponsible use of AI tools compromised the integrity of the policy document. An internal review process has been established to determine the facts. Communications and Digital Technologies Minister Solly Malatsi said vigilant human oversight over AI use is critical. The policy was gazetted on April 10 for public comment.
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