The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming various sectors across the globe, and its potential to revolutionize healthcare in sub-Saharan Africa is particularly significant. This report, developed under the Researcher-in-Residence Program at the International Centre of Expertise in Montreal on Artificial Intelligence (CEIMIA), with the support of the International Development Research Centre (IDRC), provides an in-depth analysis of the current state of AI in healthcare across sub-Saharan Africa. This report will enable policymakers, developers, researchers, entrepreneurs, and citizens to target priority areas based on the needs of Africa and Africans, when it comes to adopting, developing and implementing responsible AI.