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The Zambian government has signed an agreement with Obrizum Group to launch a pilot project that will integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the country’s education system, officials said.
The agreement, signed in Lusaka, aims to use advanced digital tools to improve the quality, accessibility and effectiveness of learning in secondary schools and TEVET institutions.
Chief Executive Officer of Obrizum Group, Dr. Chibeza Agley, said the partnership with the Ministry of Technology and Science would focus on testing AI-driven learning systems designed to transform the classroom experience for both teachers and students.
He said the initiative would initially target secondary schools before expanding to vocational colleges.
“The project will demonstrate how technology-enabled learning can enhance efficiency, improve learning outcomes and better prepare graduates for the demands of the modern workforce,” Agley said.
Minister of Technology and Science Felix Mutati said the programme aligns with government’s broader plan to strengthen education under President Hakainde Hichilema.
Mutati said the administration had already invested in infrastructure and teacher recruitment, adding that the introduction of free education reflected the policy that every child must have access to schooling.
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He said AI-enabled systems could help bridge learning gaps between rural and urban areas by personalising education for each student.
“This will enable educators to tailor lessons more effectively and ensure that learners receive the support necessary to maximize their potential,” he said.
The minister said data-driven tools would help teachers better understand students’ strengths and learning needs, marking a shift from traditional classroom models to more responsive approaches.
He added that AI could reduce the cost of delivering education while improving outcomes.
“Once successful, the initiative will be scaled up and implemented across schools and institutions of higher learning throughout the country,” Mutati said.
He noted that Obrizum Group brings technological expertise linked to University of Cambridge, positioning the project to introduce globally competitive learning solutions in Zambia.
The pilot project is expected to begin in mid-April 2026.
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