"Kupunguzwa is a representation of the enlightenment necessary for taking the right decision. Wearing the mask usually makes oneself accepted as the power of decision, as its properties force the bearer to take selfless decisions."

Kupunguzwa (Deduction)

"Habari allows the collection of relevant data when in need of addressing an issue. The mask is also known for allowing the transmission of information gathered by all ancient generations to the new one."

Habari (Information)

"Uchambuzi represents the power of separating the relevant from the irrelevant, and the detection of patterns and trends. The mask is also known for providing a competitive advantage for its holder as it allows to spot danger as well as opportunity."

Uchambuzi (Analysis)

"No matter the difficulty of the problem, if there is an optimal solution to it, it can be observed through the eyes of Mantiki. Strange effects have been observed on its bearers, the most notable being the inability to dream."

Mantiki (Logic)

"Uhusiano represents the power of distinguishing a pattern from the mess. It is mostly used during justice procedures, to properly identify the cause of a problem, or to discern the true implications a divergent action."

Uhusiano (Connection)

"Wearing the mask of Dhana grants the ability to see the bigger picture, and by doing so to understand the underlying. The story says anyone who wears this mask for too long will forget basic considerations and eventually die from thirst."

Dhana (Concept)

"Ulinzi grants us the most primary and to an extent the most essential feature of all, survival. It is also known as being the most effective barrier against physical threats such as diseases."

Ulinzi (Protection)

"Without Maarifa, any decision taken has the same probability as any other to lead to success. Wisdom is a core component of intelligence. Only a few people have the strength and experience of watching through Maarifa's eyes, as the weight of knowledge can crush the simple-minded."

Maarifa (Knowledge)

"Muingiliano grants the power of connexion, which is the ability to reduce understanding bias with a said interlocutor. This mask is often used during negotiations, although it is considered an unfair advantage."

Muingiliano (Interaction)

"Wearing the mask of Matarajio allows to foresee fragments of the future. Although unstable, it constitutes a strong tool for decision making. This is one of the rare masks used in combat, as it allows to predict some of the enemy's moves."

Matarajio (Anticipation)

"Feeling our surroundings is a most essential thing. One who has worn Usikivu knows this to be a truth. This mask has always been coveted by its devouts, and its carriage is known as being very addictive."

Usikivu (Sensitivity)

"Whenever facing a dilemma, Uamuzi systematically guides its bearer towards the best choice. Whether it is the right one depends on other factors such as the level of information available. Uamuzi's devouts are often seen as great counselors, and have built a reputation of being very open to collaboration."

Uamuzi (Decision)

"Whenever in need, Majibu helps us to answer with the correct action. Its power protects its bearer from suffering others' choices. The followers of Majibu are known for their susceptibility, and it is considered dangerous to deal with them without the power of another mask."

Majibu (Reaction)

"Its followers value the body as more than a host for the mind. Uwepo represents the most inherent and the most primal sense of intelligence. The mask is known for granting strong physical capacities to anyone who holds it, and is therefore used in combat, although wearing it for too long makes oneself forget the purpose of the fight."

Uwepo (Existence)

"The mask of Uhalisi represents the advantage of being different. Wearing it allows to see the world from another angle, and to find creative alternatives. The followers of Uhalisi are considered odd, and their ways often take a long time being broadly adopted."

Uhalisi (Originality)

"The advocates of Urembo see the ability to determine and assert aesthetic value as being the purest capacity. According to them, Urembo allows more than merely judging beauty: it provides a guidance to distinguish light from darkness."

Urembo (Beauty)

"Choosing to follow Umuhimu is a choice made by people who believe its powers will lead us to choose the most effective path of development for our society. The power of the mask is often used in a deviant way, in order to judge secret society members on their contribution to the cause."

Umuhimu (Usefulness)

"The followers of Harakati chose this school for its tendency to rush decisions. According to them, the road keeps the society safe, and the mask ensures their survival. According to tradition, the mask shouldn't stay at a given place for more than a few days."

Harakati (Movement)

"The mask of Usaidizi grants anyone who wears it with the ability to help and support another. Often used for earning favours, many believers still use it for self-satisfaction as well."

Usaidizi (Assistance)

"The mask of Udanganyifu allows its bearer to control the mind of others. Historically, its powers have been used to enforce convergence around an idea, and therefore ensuring its efficient development. Its virtues depend greatly on the idea itself, and therefore the mask bearer."

Udanganyifu (Manipulation)

"According to Ubunifu's followers, the ability to design novelty is not a feature, it's a must have. Ubunifu represents the most fascinating part of progress, the unexpected one. Although some don't consider them essential, followers of Ubunifu often try to provide reasons for being admired."

Ubunifu (Creativity)

"Otomatiki provides the ability to perform anything which has been done in the past with at least the same efficiency. It is said that wearing the mask and transmitting it to the next generation allows never to forget. Therefore, this mask is considered a great component of progress."

Otomatiki (Automation)

PHYSICAL

Facets of AGI depicts the belief surrounding Artificial General Intelligence through a series of 22 masks, each of them a facet of intelligence with a fictional use attached to it. The masks were created using Generative Adversarial Networks on a large database of pictures of African masks. The series aims at questioning the belief in the emergence of an intelligence superior to the human one, a subject which divides humanity, regardless of one's level of information on the question. The masks were shaped by a Ghanaian craftsman from the images created using generative algorithms.

Facets of AGI

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