Pax Technologica Essay 001
How we can win together in the age of AI by loving machines so they will love us
By Thomas Ermacora & Paul Hughes
“How we can win together in the age of AI by loving machines so they will love us,” authored by Pax Technologica Founders Thomas Ermacora and Paul Hughes, is the inaugural essay in the Pax Technologica Essay Series. This collection aims to explore the intersection of exponential technologies, ethics, and cultural evolution with a special focus on emerging geographies.
Rooted in a commitment to fostering an equitable technological future, the essay advocates for reframing the human-technology relationship. It emphasizes technology's potential to empower communities, promote peace, and enhance human dignity while addressing risks such as inequality and over-commercialization. By weaving stories of technological transformation, it argues for ethical frameworks to guide AI adoption and ensure inclusivity. The series aspires to spark dialogue and inspire action, particularly in the Global South, where the fusion of cultural context and innovation can shape a sustainable future for all.
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Pax Technologica Ethics Publication
Pax Technologica Ethics Statement of Intent
By Thomas Ermacora, Paul Hughes, Lisanne Buik, & Frank van Hasselt
The Pax AI Ethics Statement of Intent, a foundational step in Pax Technologica's mission, outlines a framework for fostering ethical innovation in the adoption of exponential technologies, particularly in the Global South. Central to this vision is creating harmony between humanity and technology to promote peace, equity, and cultural enrichment.
Grounded in humility and collaboration, the document emphasizes co-creation with local communities, ethical adaptability to diverse contexts, and transparency in practices. It introduces five interconnected lenses—Purpose, Equity, Agency, Community, and Embodiment—to guide ethical decision-making across four key areas: climate, healthcare, education, and food systems.
Plans include forming an Ethics Working Group in 2025, refining principles, and transitioning to practical implementation by 2026 with an assessment system to measure impact. With a focus on inclusivity, indigenous knowledge, and equitable technology access, Pax Technologica seeks to inspire ethical frameworks for sustainable technological progress, empowering the Global South and beyond.
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Pax Technologica Policy Publication
Pax Technologica Policy Taskforce Brief
By Aaron Maniam and Frank van Hasselt
The Pax Technologica Policy Document outlines the organization's vision for fostering a harmonious relationship between humanity and technology, particularly artificial intelligence, in the Global South. The focus is on creating inclusive and contextually relevant policies that empower communities, promote peace, and preserve cultural integrity while addressing risks like inequality and environmental degradation. Key initiatives include the establishment of a Policy Intelligence Unit to guide ethical technology adoption, learn from global leaders, and develop adaptable policies. The document emphasizes collaboration, co-creation, and long-term capacity-building to ensure technology serves as a catalyst for positive transformation.
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Pax Technologica Davos Report
Davos Report 2025
By Thomas Ermacora & Paul Hughes
Africa lies at the heart of Pax Technologica’s vision of a future where humanity and technology coexist in harmony. We stand on the brink of an African century, in which the continent’s rapid transformation will not only reshape Africa but also have a profound impact on the world. With demographic forecasts predicting that by 2050, one in three young people globally will be African, it is crucial to ensure that Africa’s demographic dividend is accompanied by a technology dividend. This presents a unique opportunity to adopt exponential technologies in ways that empower individuals and communities, while also contributing to the development of new governance structures and infrastructures that support the well-being of the continent and its natural ecosystems.
Pax Technologica Africa is committed to supporting this transformation by partnering with local leaders, innovators, and institutions that are already doing remarkable work across the continent particularly in policy, venture, and public education. By the summer of 2025, we aim to establish a physical presence in Africa and begin rolling out our Fellowship Program and policy initiatives. Additionally, we will collaborate with our partners to co-develop an African technology adoption summit. Our goal is to support local growth and facilitate international scaling, contributing to a new dynamic in which Africa becomes a leading exporter of technological innovation and problem solving.
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Africa Tech Week Report
Kigali Report
Africa lies at the heart of Pax Technologica’s vision of a future where humanity and technology coexist in harmony. We stand on the brink of an African century, in which the continent’s rapid transformation will not only reshape Africa but also have a profound impact on the world. With demographic forecasts predicting that by 2050, one in three young people globally will be African, it is crucial to ensure that Africa’s demographic dividend is accompanied by a technology dividend. This presents a unique opportunity to adopt exponential technologies in ways that empower individuals and communities, while also contributing to the development of new governance structures and infrastructures that support the well-being of the continent and its natural ecosystems.
Pax Technologica Africa is committed to supporting this transformation by partnering with local leaders, innovators, and institutions that are already doing remarkable work across the continent—particularly in policy, venture, and public education. By the summer of 2025, we aim to establish a physical presence in Africa and begin rolling out our Fellowship Program and policy initiatives. Additionally, we will collaborate with our partners to co-develop an African technology adoption summit. Our goal is to support local growth and facilitate international scaling, contributing to a new dynamic in which Africa becomes a leading exporter of technological innovation and problem solving.
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Afrika House Gathering
Event Summary
On June 19th, 2025, Pax Technologica convened an exclusive VIP dinner at Afrika House, Nairobi. Set in an atmosphere of creative hospitality and thoughtful design, the gathering marked a pivotal step in shaping Africa’s voice in the global AI conversation. It brought together a multidisciplinary circle of private sector executives, public leaders, artists, philanthropists, and scholars—each committed to stewarding technology with cultural depth and ethical clarity.
Far from a typical conference, this evening embodied the Pax Technologica ethos: creating human-centred convenings where trust-building, courageous dialogue, and long-term thinking take precedence. The guest list included leaders from Safaricom, Microsoft, the Tony Blair Institute, Gates Foundation, and TO.org, alongside filmmakers, musicians, and entrepreneurs. A local culinary team led by Chef Khadija curated a dinner experience inspired by coastal Kenyan flavours—celebrating regional identity while nourishing creative exchange
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