Why this matters: If you don’t learn new skills like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data science soon, you might out on good jobs. But if you do, you could be ahead of the game. Why Gen Z cares:
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They grew up with technology, this is their backyard, their world.
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Learning Artificial Intelligence gives a future-proof advantage.
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Shows that being “tech-savvy” isn’t optional anymore, it is essential.
A 19-year old South African student launched a TikTok channel teaching Artificial Intelligence like ChatGPT, Canva AI and coding basics – gaining over 100,000 followers into income. If someone at that age can turn learning into money online, it shows that Artificial Intelligence isn’t just about robots, it’s about opportunity.
Fostering a learning environment that combines AI capabilities and human guidance is crucial for holistic development and Gen Z can effectively navigate the evolving job market.
Imagery: photo of hands on a computer/person taken on google
Source: niallmcnulty.com (accessed July 2025)
Sources of information: 1. AI reshaping entry‑level jobs and Gen Z adapting through upskilling
Adams, L. (2025) ‘The New Career Crisis: AI Is Breaking the Entry‑Level Path for Gen Z’, Datafloq, 1 July. Available at: (accessed 9 July 2025).
2. Gen Z views their college degrees as obsolete due to AI
Torres, R. (2025) ‘Gen Z says AI has made their college degrees irrelevant’, Higher Ed Dive, 29 April. Available at: (accessed 9 July 2025).
3. Employers demand AI fluency from Gen Z hires
Cubbin, C. (2025) ‘AI skills are top priority for Gen‑Z hires, execs say’, New York Post, 17 June. Available at: (accessed 9 July 2025)