AI Training Initiative by Academic and Grant Writing Enclave

The Academic and Grant Writing Enclave has called for a shift in AI training to focus on delivering measurable results in workplaces rather than just issuing certificates. Dr Wadzani Dauda Palnam, the Programme Coordinator, made this statement during an international AI capacity-building program that began on November 7, 2026, involving over 4,000 professionals from 271 institutions across 13 countries.

The program includes six virtual training sessions and subsequent institutional implementation projects. Palnam emphasized the importance of translating AI knowledge into practical applications that improve institutional performance.

Participants are expected to tackle real challenges in their workplaces using AI tools and then train 30 to 50 colleagues. The initiative aims to extend the benefits of AI training to enhance research, administration, service delivery, and productivity.

The program features international experts, including Professor Yuko Harayama and Professor Catholijn M. Jonker, and will evaluate how the knowledge gained is applied in participating institutions.