Debre Berhan University (DBU) and the Ethiopian Artificial Intelligence Institute (EAII) have officially entered into a strategic partnership following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the EAII headquarters.

The agreement was signed by Dr. Asmare Melese, President of DBU, and Dr. Worku Gachena, Director General of EAII, in a ceremony attended by high-ranking officials from both institutions.

Dr. Asmare Melese emphasized that as an applied science university, DBU is committed to delivering a practical, hands-on education. He noted that the university’s mission extends beyond the classroom, focusing on: Problem-solving research, Innovation and entrepreneurship as well as Integrating real-world applications into the curriculum.

Dr. Worku Gachena expressed the Institute's enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating that partnering with higher education institutions is vital for the success of Ethiopia’s national digital strategy.

"EAII is dedicated to working closely with DBU to address community challenges through technology," Dr. Worku explained. "We will contribute by sharing essential resources and engaging in joint research initiatives specifically within the field of Artificial Intelligence."

This partnership marks a significant step toward localizing AI solutions and fostering a robust ecosystem for digital excellence in Ethiopia.