By: Jennifer Nerkie Kenney
Chief Technology Officer at Indiana’s Metropolitan School District of Wayne Township, Dr. Anthony K. Harvey has dismissed AI job-killer fears.
Speaking on the GTV Breakfast Show on April 16, 2026, Dr. Anthony K. Harvey said the growing fear that AI will replace human workers is misplaced, stressing that the technology is instead reshaping how work is done.
“AI is not taking jobs; AI is allowing us to evolve. There are things machines can do faster than humans, but humans must move to the next level where machines cannot operate, especially in areas like empathy,” he said.
Dr. Harvey explained that artificial intelligence relies on existing datasets and cannot function effectively without the right information being fed into it. He warned that many AI systems are trained on foreign data, which may not reflect local realities.
He noted that without deliberate efforts to include Ghanaian data in AI systems, outputs may be biased or incomplete, particularly in areas like agriculture, language and healthcare.
“If we don’t upload our own data on Ghanaian agriculture, weather, languages and medicine, the information we get will be skewed. We will continue to be influenced by foreign datasets,” he said.
Touching on infrastructure, he highlighted the need for stable electricity and affordable internet access to support the use of artificial intelligence across the country. He added that digital access should be treated as a basic utility.
According to him, improved connectivity could reduce unnecessary movement, as people can rely on digital tools to access information instead of travelling long distances.
“We need stable electricity and cheaper internet. Without internet, we cannot function in today’s world. It should be treated like any other utility,” he said.
On policy, Dr. Harvey called for clear guidelines on how artificial intelligence should be used, especially in education. He suggested that students should be allowed to use AI as a research tool, provided they understand and can explain their work.
He stressed that ethical use and proper referencing must be prioritised to ensure learning is not compromised.
“There should be policies guiding how AI is used in classrooms. Students can use AI just like books or Google, but they must be able to explain what they produce,” he said.
Dr. Harvey further pointed out that teachers must be equipped with the right tools and training to guide students effectively. He warned that without proper preparation, Ghana risks falling behind in the global digital economy.
He added that developing critical thinking and adaptability among students is key to preparing them for an increasingly automated workforce.
“Our teachers must be equipped with the right tools. If we don’t prepare students now, they won’t have the skills needed for the future workforce,” he said.
