The Ministry will continue to engage stakeholders as it expands access to technology and skills and create jobs
The Ministry will continue to engage stakeholders as it expands access to technology and skills and create jobs through the establishment of digital hubs across the country.
Today, Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Information, Communication and the Digital Economy, H.E Hon. William Kabogo Gitau, EGH, appeared before a joint sitting of the National Assembly Committee on Communication, Information and Innovation and the NG-CDF Committee, chaired by John Kiarie and Musa Sirma, respectively, to present progress on the Digital Hubs Project.
The CS acknowledged the support received from Members of Parliament. During the meeting, he outlined the progress and the challenges that have affected the implementation of the programme and the measures undertaken to address them.
The Digital Hubs Project is a key component of H.E. President William Ruto's digital transformation agenda, with a focus on expanding access to technology, skills, and opportunities for Kenyans across the country.
To speed up implementation, The Ministry is implementing measures to address gaps in project execution, including streamling coordination among the agencies involved in implementation of these important program.
At present, over 300 digital hubs are operational, supported by more than 20,000 devices. A time-bound plan is in place to ensure that 101 completed hubs are equipped, operational, and staffed within two months.
In addition, 199 hubs are under construction in 22 constituencies. These will be equipped and opened on a first-completed, first-equipped basis.
The Ministry’s focus is to ensure that each digital hub functions as a centre for skills development and job creation for young people.
The objective is for every hub to be equipped, connected, staffed, and accessible to support an inclusive digital economy.
He was accompanied by the Principal Secretary, State Department for ICT and the Digital Economy, Eng. John Tanui; the Chief Executive Officer, Konza Technopolis, Mr. John Paul Okwiri; the Chief Executive Officer, ICT Authority, Mr. Jessy Maruti Kiveu; the Secretary for ICT Infrastructure, Mr. Washington Okoth, and other government officials.