Google Vice President unpacks: AI, technology, jobs, economy, Google Cloud Summit, infrastructure

Google Vice President unpacks: AI, technology, jobs, economy, Google Cloud Summit, infrastructure

July 5, 2026 · 31 min

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James Manyika discusses the impact of AI on jobs and the economy, and Africa's role in shaping AI.

James Manyika, Google Vice President focusing on technology and AI, joins us on SMWX for a conversation about AI, the future of work and whether Africa can shape AI.

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Host: Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh

Guest: James Manyika

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Organizations: Google, Google Cloud

Places: Africa

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