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In pictures: Kenyan teacher Peter Tabichi wins Global Teacher Prize 2019 in Dubai
The glittering award ceremony was hosted by actor, singer, and producer Hugh Jackman, who performed songs from musical film The Greatest Showman, including The Greatest Show and Come Alive, before announcing the winner.
Global Teacher Prize winner Peter Tabichi with Crown Prince of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Sunny Varkey
Crown Prince of Dubai crowned Peter Tabichi, a Math and Physics teacher from Kenya, with the award of the best teacher in the world.
Hugh Jackman opened the ceremony by performing The Greatest Show from hit musical film The Greatest Showman before announcing the winner
Global Teacher Prize Award ceremony
All ten finalists were invited to Dubai for the award ceremony at the Global Education and Skills Forum (GESF), where the winner was announced live on stage in a red carpet gala event.
Global Teacher Prize Award ceremony
Global Teacher Prize Award ceremony after party
