What if Einstein, Tesla, or Edison had AI on their side? What could they have achieved in their lifetime? As artificial intelligence and extended reality technologies advance at an unprecedented pace, these aren’t just hypothetical questions – they’re glimpses into a future that’s rapidly approaching.   In this episode of WISE On Air, host Elyas […]

In this episode, we dive into the heart of Africa’s burgeoning tech scene with Yassine Laghzioui, CEO of UM6P Ventures and Director of Entrepreneurship at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University.   Discover how Morocco is positioning itself as the next Silicon Valley of Africa, and learn about the ambitious vision behind UM6P, often called the ‘Stanford […]

This episode of WISE On Air features a discussion with Abdallah Abu Sheikh, a young entrepreneur from the Middle East and founder of Astratech and CEO of Botim. The conversation, hosted by WISE Director Elyas Felfoul delves into Abdallah’s unconventional journey through education, his critique of traditional education systems, and his views on failure as […]

How will major global forces such as demographic changes, resource stress, technology, and economic power shifts change our future?   To answer this question WISE Director and Host of this episode Elyas Felfoul sits down with award winning media executive and entrepreneur Ana Rold. Ana is the founder of Diplomatic Courier which is a flagship […]

1 billion+ young people are expected to enter the workforce this decade – how can we ensure that young people are equipped and have access to as many opportunities as possible? Meet Taha and Omar Bawa, the brothers behind Goodwall. Goodwall is an app and online platform that upskills young talent and prepares them for […]

What are the key skills we need to craft AI-resilient minds? In this episode of WISE On Air, Kian Katanforoosh and Mary Burns navigate the nexus of higher education and burgeoning AI-driven job markets. As a leading Computer Science Lecturer at Stanford as well as Founder & CEO of Workera, Kian holds a birds eye […]

How can educators evolve alongside AI to drive student-centered learning? In this episode, Mark Kabban of Examined Leadership Collective and Pelonomi Moiloa of Lelapa AI share insights on AI’s role in future classrooms.   With experience in data-driven education, Mark provides a unique lens into skills needed in tech-enabled classrooms. Meanwhile, Pelonomi’s AI development experience […]

Can education truly be a beacon of hope and change in the midst of a crisis? Or do we need to fundamentally rethink its utility? In this special episode of WISE On Air, we sit down with Dr. Jeffrey Sachs, a renowned economist and advocate for sustainable development, to explore this pivotal question.   As […]