Autonomous Machines Set to Enter African Industry and Infrastructure

By Linet Amuli - Reporter

Kenya, January 27, 2026 - AfricAI, a pan-African artificial intelligence company focused on sovereign, locally governed AI systems and real-world technology deployment, has entered into a landmark partnership with Micropolis Robotics that will see advanced autonomous robotics introduced across African markets through a single continental platform.

The multi-year agreement grants AfricAI exclusive rights to distribute and deploy Micropolis Robotics’ technologies throughout Africa. Under the terms of the deal, Micropolis will not engage in direct sales or appoint alternative partners within the region, making AfricAI the sole channel for commercialisation.

The arrangement places AfricAI at the centre of Africa’s emerging robotics ecosystem, giving it responsibility for localisation, regulatory coordination, and market delivery of intelligent machines across sectors such as industrial operations, security services, logistics, and infrastructure development.

Company executives described the deal as a strategic shift from traditional software-focused artificial intelligence toward real-world applications involving physical, autonomous systems designed for challenging operating environments.

Micropolis Robotics CEO Fareed Aljawhari said the agreement reflects confidence in AfricAI’s ability to execute at scale across multiple jurisdictions. He noted that AfricAI’s emphasis on sovereign AI frameworks and regulatory alignment made it the only viable partner for a continent-wide rollout.

Through the partnership, Micropolis’ robotics platforms will be integrated with AfricAI’s sovereign AI infrastructure, enabling solutions for surveillance and security, automated logistics and port services, smart infrastructure, and industrial robotics adapted to local conditions.

The agreement also includes provisions for workforce development and technology transfer, with plans to establish long-term training and localisation programmes within African countries. Performance-based expansion clauses and renewal mechanisms are built into the structure of the partnership.

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AfricAI Executive Chairman HRH Prince Malik Ado-Ibrahim said the partnership supports Africa’s need for intelligent systems developed with regional realities in mind rather than imported automation models. He added that the goal is to build capacity and retain value on the continent while scaling robotics use across key industries.

Initial projects will focus on security operations, logistics, and smart infrastructure, with gradual expansion into additional countries as part of AfricAI’s wider strategy for AI-driven development.

Analysts suggest the deal could position AfricAI as a primary entry point for advanced robotics into Africa, potentially accelerating adoption of autonomous systems while strengthening local control over data, deployment, and regulation.

Both companies stated that their collaboration will prioritise responsible innovation, environmental and social standards, and the creation of sustainable robotics ecosystems that improve productivity and economic resilience.