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8/27/25, 9:50 AM UAE’s AI-powered school curriculum: A blueprint for Africa’s education transformation - The Business & Financial Times

For example, students could learn how AI can be used responsibly to improve food security, healthcare

access, and environmental conservation. By instilling values of fairness, transparency, and

accountability, Africa can nurture tech-savvy problem-solvers who understand the importance of
responsible innovation. This localized focus ensures that AI education is not just theoretical but tied to

real-world issues that matter to African communities.

Real-World Applications

The UAE’s curriculum encourages students to apply AI knowledge to tackle real-world problems, a
strategy Africa can adopt to address its unique challenges. For instance, students could use AI to

optimize agricultural practices, predict disease outbreaks, or improve transportation systems.

By focusing on project-based learning, Africa’s schools can inspire students to become solution-

oriented innovators who leverage AI to create practical, impactful technologies. This approach not only
builds technical skills but also fosters critical thinking and creativity. Teaching students to design AI-

driven solutions for local issues would empower them to become active contributors to Africa’s socio-

economic development, driving progress from within.

Teacher Training and Infrastructure

The UAE’s success with its AI curriculum relies heavily on well-trained educators and access to
cutting-edge resources. For Africa to replicate this model, governments must invest in teacher training

programs to equip educators with the skills to teach AI effectively.

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