Media Professionals in Hounde Receive Training on AI Use

Hounde:The Tuy Provincial Directorate in charge of Communication, in partnership with the Guiriko Regional Directorate, organized a training session focused on the professional use of artificial intelligence (AI) for media and communication professionals. The event took place in Hounde and gathered around thirty participants.

According to Burkina Information Agency, the training was led by Amadou Maïga, a digital communication and artificial intelligence trainer, who focused on imparting a basic understanding of AI concepts and their potential applications in media and communication. The goal was to equip participants with the knowledge to effectively integrate AI into their professional activities.

Participants learned about formulating precise instructions, or "prompts," and using AI to streamline professional tasks. Amadou Maïga emphasized the importance of providing detailed and complete instructions to the AI tools to achieve desired outcomes. He also advised professionals to verify AI-generated content before using or disseminating it.

Ismaël Bationo, the provincial director of communication for Tuy, highlighted the necessity for media professionals to adapt their skills to the rapidly evolving technological landscape. He encouraged responsible and ethical use of AI in journalism and advised continuous practice with AI tools to enhance proficiency.