Qhala started Africa AI Literacy Week 2025 to bring artificial intelligence lessons into schools across Kenya and other African countries. The program runs from June 21 through June 28. Nearly 700 teachers from Kenya will learn about AI technology during this time. Teachers from Zambia, Senegal, and Togo will also join the training sessions. These educators work at schools around Nairobi, Nakuru, Kilifi, Kisumu, and the Mt. Kenya area.
Barbara Osiro manages the project and calls it a movement to spread AI knowledge throughout Africa's education system. She wants young students to learn these skills early. The goal helps prepare Africa to compete globally with AI technology. Dr. Shikoh Gitau leads Qhala and believes Africa should shape AI rather than just use what other countries create. The continent needs its people ready for future jobs that will use artificial intelligence.
Teachers will attend special training sessions at different locations around their countries. Students and college learners can join hackathons during the week. Experts will discuss how to use AI properly and fairly across African communities. The events will show AI tools that African developers have already built. Each location expects to train over 200 teachers who will teach others back at their schools.
Qhala wants this program to continue beyond just one week of activities. The organization works with education ministries to add AI lessons to official school curriculums. A policy meeting happens next month where curriculum writers and government officials will plan how AI fits into national education strategies. Partners help organize events across multiple countries to ensure students everywhere can benefit from learning about artificial intelligence.
Barbara Osiro manages the project and calls it a movement to spread AI knowledge throughout Africa's education system. She wants young students to learn these skills early. The goal helps prepare Africa to compete globally with AI technology. Dr. Shikoh Gitau leads Qhala and believes Africa should shape AI rather than just use what other countries create. The continent needs its people ready for future jobs that will use artificial intelligence.
Teachers will attend special training sessions at different locations around their countries. Students and college learners can join hackathons during the week. Experts will discuss how to use AI properly and fairly across African communities. The events will show AI tools that African developers have already built. Each location expects to train over 200 teachers who will teach others back at their schools.
Qhala wants this program to continue beyond just one week of activities. The organization works with education ministries to add AI lessons to official school curriculums. A policy meeting happens next month where curriculum writers and government officials will plan how AI fits into national education strategies. Partners help organize events across multiple countries to ensure students everywhere can benefit from learning about artificial intelligence.
