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The Ministry of Technology and Science in Zambia has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with UK-based B2B technology company Obrizum Group Ltd to collaborate on a pilot project to integrate AI within the country’s education system.
Signed in Lusaka, the agreement marks an important step toward leveraging technologies to improve the quality, accessibility, and effectiveness of education in Zambia - particularly within secondary schools and Technical Education, Vocational and Entrepreneurship Training institutions.
According to the ministry, the pilot is expected to commence in mid-April.
ICT minister Felix Mutati noted that the introduction of AI in education represents a shift from the traditional classroom model toward a more personalised and responsive learning environment. Such an approach will help address the challenges faced by students and equip them with the skills required to respond to the country’s social and economic needs.
Additionally, the initiative aims to demonstrate how technology-enabled learning can enhance efficiency, improve learning outcomes, and better prepare graduates for the demands of the modern workforce.
Obrizum’s technological expertise is linked to Cambridge University, positioning the project to introduce globally competitive learning solutions in Zambia. The minister asserted that with proper implementation, Zambian students will have access to the same quality of learning tools available in leading international institutions.
Mutati underlined that technology has the potential to bridge educational inequalities by ensuring that the quality of education is not determined by geographical location. Through the integration of AI, learning can be personalised to suit the needs and abilities of each student, whether in rural or urban areas.
Moreover, he said that AI-powered systems can help teachers better understand the strengths and learning needs of individual students. This will enable educators to tailor lessons more effectively and ensure that learners receive the support necessary to maximise their potential.
“By leveraging data-driven insights, teachers will be able to design learning experiences that uplift students according to their individual capabilities,” he said.
“By adopting AI-driven tools, Zambia aims to deliver personalised education more efficiently, reduce the cost of delivery, and achieve greater learning outcomes with available resources,” he added.
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