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AI tool targets 'ghost learners' in schools

AI-powered “Kiswate” platform aims to tackle ghost learners, teacher absenteeism, and funding leaks in Kenya’s education sector.[iStock]

An artificial intelligence-driven solution could help curb corruption and inefficiencies in Kenya’s education sector if adopted by government and schools, a data scientist has said.

The sector has long been dogged by corruption allegations, particularly involving ‘ghost’ learners and schools that have siphoned billions in public funds.

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