In a bustling Cairo café, a group of secondary school students huddled around a laptop, excitedly demonstrating their new study companion: ChatGPT. In a country with over 25 million students enrolled in schools, the potential impact on learning is profound. International studies suggest comparable patterns: teachers use AI to draft materials, personalise practice, and save time—provided schools set clear guardrails. Mohamed Abdel-Latif, Minister of Education and Technical Education, has been encouraging teachers to embrace AI in order to better prepare students. Bridging the gap will require open dialogue between students, teachers, parents, and policymakers.