A call is being made for South African schools to end bans on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and integrate it into the curriculum. Experts argue that prohibiting AI use simply pushes it underground, denying students opportunities to learn and develop crucial skills. Embracing AI in the classroom offers a chance to level the playing field, providing benefits for pupils regardless of socioeconomic background. This approach acknowledges a new “leapfrog generation” of students already familiar with these technologies. By incorporating AI, schools can prepare students for a future increasingly shaped by this technology. The shift aims to ensure equitable access to the tools necessary for success in the modern world, rather than creating a digital divide.