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The Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Bootcamp launched in Ebène aims to equip Mauritian youth with essential skills for the digital age. Over two weeks, participants will engage in hands-on learning and projects, enhancing their competencies in robotics and AI, while fostering teamwork and creativity under expert guidance.
Africa-Press – Mauritius. The first edition of the Robotics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Bootcamp, an initiative of Polytechnics Mauritius Ltd (PML) opened this morning, in Ebène. It will run over a period of two weeks and aims to equip participants with practical, industry-relevant skills in robotics and AI.
The initiative is designed to deliver hands-on learning, innovation-driven projects and expert-led sessions, with the objective of strengthening participants’ competencies in emerging technological fields. It also seeks to nurture the next generation of tech talent in Mauritius by providing exposure to real-world applications of robotics and artificial intelligence within a structured learning environment.
Participants will benefit from a dynamic setting that encourages teamwork, creativity and problem-solving, while allowing them to gain practical exposure to cutting-edge technologies and their applications in AI and robotics.
The Minister of Tertiary Education, Science and Research, Dr Kaviraj Sharma Sukon, the Chairman of PML, Dr Tomal Kumar Chadeea, and the Officer-in-Charge of PML, Mr Suryakant Caleechurn, were also present on the occasion.
In his address, Dr Sukon highlighted the rapid advancement of programming, noting that coding has become more accessible with the support of generative AI tools that can assist in debugging and improving code. He emphasised that coding is no longer limited to technical fields but is increasingly relevant across sectors such as arts, music and scientific research, where AI is enhancing productivity and innovation.
Minister Sukon further pointed out that while AI and robotics may displace certain jobs, they are expected to generate significantly more employment opportunities, most of which will require coding skills. Stressing that those who fail to adapt risk being left behind, he encouraged participants to seize the opportunity to develop their competencies, work collaboratively and focus on creative and innovative tasks.
For his part, Dr Chadeea stated that the bootcamp marks an important milestone in the institution’s efforts to better prepare learners for a technology-driven future. He recalled that today’s learning environment is increasingly shaped by digital tools and AI , and recalled the institution’s commitment to adopting technology-enabled, skills-based approaches that go beyond traditional teaching methods.
He, moreover, urged participants to embrace curiosity, experimentation and teamwork, while viewing themselves as future innovators and problem-solvers capable of contributing to the development of practical technological solutions.
The rise of digital technologies has transformed education, emphasizing the need for skills in robotics and AI. Initiatives like the Robotics and AI Bootcamp reflect a growing recognition of the importance of equipping young people with relevant skills to thrive in a rapidly evolving job market. As industries increasingly adopt automation and AI, educational institutions are adapting their curricula to prepare students for future challenges. This bootcamp represents a proactive approach to nurturing tech talent in Mauritius, addressing both current and future workforce needs.
