Welcome AfSP’s newest faculty: Dr. Bulelani Jili!

Dr. Bulelani Jili is joining the African Studies Program as our newest Associate Professor! Also affiliated with the Science, Technology and International Affairs (STIA) program, Professor Jili’s groundbreaking research examines Chinese surveillance technology, Africa-China relations, AI governance, digital colonialism, AI sovereignty, and Chinese cybersecurity threats in the Global South.

A leading expert in information and communication technology development, his work on Chinese surveillance technology and AI governance has appeared in African Affairs, Nature, Theory, Culture & Society, The Economist, and other prestigious academic and policy outlets.

Professor Jili is currently teaching an undergraduate class on “Africa & Politics of Digital Development” (AFSP 3500) and will be accompanying students on AfSP’s Kenya Alternative Spring Break.