CS Kabogo Champions Kenya's Tech Hub Ambitions at Nova Garage Summit
Kenya remains committed to strengthening its position as a regional technology and innovation hub through continued investment in digital infrastructure, connectivity, entrepreneurship and policy reforms.
This afternoon, the Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Information, Communication and the Digital Economy, H.E, Hon. William Kabogo, EGH, had the honour of addressing delegates and participants at the Nova Garage Summit , a side event of the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, that aims to connect 15+ young tech founders (under 35) with investors and policymakers to boost African startups.
The forum which offered an opportunity for founders and emerging enterprises from Kenya, Nigeria, Senegal, Egypt, Ghana and across the continent presented practical solutions in digital finance, healthcare, cybersecurity, climate technology, mobility, agriculture and artificial intelligence.
These enterprises are not only creating jobs and unlocking new market opportunities, but are also demonstrating Africa’s growing capacity to develop globally competitive digital solutions that can shape the future of the continent’s digital economy.
In attendance were, French Ambassador for Digital Affairs and (AI), Ms Clara Chappaz; PS for Culture, Arts and Heritage, Ms Ummi Bashir; CEO of Orange Group, Ms Christel Heydemann; Director General, Kenya Development Corporation, Ms Norah Ratemo; CEOs of relevant corporation, representatives from State Department for Science, Research and Innovation among other key players.