Government to implement AI workforce readiness strategy
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The government will be implementing an artificial intelligence (AI) workforce-readiness strategy, following recommendations by the National Artificial Intelligence Task Force.
This was disclosed by Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness, during his contribution to the 2025/26 Budget Debate in the House of Representatives on Thursday, March 20.
The strategy will include integrating AI and coding into the school curricula at all levels and promoting dedicated AI teacher-training programmes.
A prompt engineering course will be launched through HEART/NSTA Trust to train students and public-sector professionals to effectively use AI tools.
“In partnership with the Amber Group, the Government will also establish a cutting-edge local AI Lab – a public-private centre of excellence where developers, researchers, entrepreneurs and students can collaborate on AI solutions. The AI Lab will serve as the catalyst for a new era of technological advancement in Jamaica,” Dr Holness informed.
He said the Government is committed to ensuring Jamaica is an active player, not a spectator, in the global AI revolution.
“AI will disrupt some traditional jobs, but it will create new, high-paying opportunities. This Government is ensuring Jamaicans are equipped to seize those opportunities and lead in the digital economy,” Dr Holness stated.
The National AI Task Force was established in 2023 to provide an evidence-based foundation for the development of an AI policy framework.
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