Yango Group launches AI and robotics education programme for UAE schools
Yango Group has launched an educational initiative to introduce school students across the UAE to artificial intelligence (AI) and autonomous robotics through interactive workshops and practical learning.
The programme began with a workshop at GEMS World Academy Dubai, where around 50 students aged 10 to 12 explored how AI-powered systems work and how autonomous technologies are used in everyday life.
Led by Yango Group's technology specialists, the sessions covered the fundamentals of autonomous robotics, including how sensors and navigation software help robots detect obstacles, plan movements and respond to changing environments.
Using the company's autonomous delivery robot as an example, students learned about the technology behind automated operations, the role of human oversight and the challenges of deploying robots in real-world settings.
Students explore conversational AI
A separate session introduced students to conversational AI and how voice assistants process and respond to spoken requests.
Using Yango Yasmina, the company's bilingual AI-powered assistant that communicates in Arabic and English, students explored how voice commands are interpreted and how AI generates responses.
They also experimented with different ways of asking questions, learning how the wording of a prompt can influence the quality of an AI-generated answer. The session highlighted the importance of checking information and understanding the limitations of AI tools.
Beyond technical knowledge, the initiative aims to develop critical thinking, problem-solving and responsible technology use. Students were encouraged to consider how AI and robotics could help address challenges in their schools, communities and everyday lives.
Islam Abdul Karim, regional head of Yango Group Middle East, said young people need to understand not only how to use emerging technologies but also how they work, their limitations and the importance of human judgement.
He said the company aims to bring the practical knowledge of its technology specialists into classrooms and encourage curiosity among future innovators.
Expanding AI learning opportunities
The initiative comes as the UAE places increasing emphasis on AI education, including the introduction of artificial intelligence into public school curricula and priorities outlined in Dubai's Universal Blueprint for Artificial Intelligence.
Khalid Mahmoud, director of innovation at GEMS World Academy Dubai, said the workshop gave students an opportunity to explore AI and autonomous robotics through real-world applications while developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
He added that students should be equipped to understand, question and help shape emerging technologies rather than simply use them.
Yango Group said the workshop marks the first step in its broader plan to make AI and robotics education accessible to more students across the UAE. The company is inviting other schools and educational institutions to collaborate on bringing interactive technology learning experiences into classrooms.
