Zimbabweans are in disbelief after Tariro Gezi, who reportedly failed pre-school, and Madam Boss (Tyra Chikocho), who never completed her ZJC, were invited to speak about Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence.
The move has ignited heated debate across social media, with many citizens questioning how individuals with no academic or professional background in technology could be chosen to represent the nation in such advanced discussions. People are asking whether education and expertise still matter in Zimbabwe, or if popularity alone now guarantees credibility.
Critics say this embarrassing trend highlights how the country has normalized rewarding fame over knowledge. Instead of empowering qualified IT professionals, innovators, and students who genuinely understand AI, the stage is being given to entertainers who have never studied the subject. While Tariro Gezi and Madam Boss have built impressive fan bases, calling them to teach or discuss Artificial Intelligence sends the wrong message to hardworking youths striving for real qualifications. When school dropouts lead conversations on AI, can we still claim to be a nation that values education and progress — or have we officially become a comedy show?
