Strengthening Kenya’s Bio-Vaccine Research & Digital Health Systems

The Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy, H.E. Hon. William Kabogo Gitau alongside Health Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale earlier today held a high-level bilateral meeting with the Korea Advanced Institute of Science & Technology (KAIST) and the International Vaccine Institute (IVI) led by IVI Director General Dr. Jerome Kim.

They explored strategic partnerships to advance bio-vaccine research, actualize the proposed $250 million vaccine manufacturing facility at Konza Technopolis, and leverage emerging technologies for a resilient healthcare system.

Their discussions focused on positioning Kenya as a regional hub for vaccine production, fostering innovation through Kenya-AIST, and integrating AI-powered biomedical research within Kenya's Digital Economy Blueprint.

Kenya’s active role in the IVI Global Council continues to amplify the country's voice in shaping the future of global vaccine development while ensuring strong policies to protect health data systems.

In collaboration with local and international partners, Kenya is charting a bold path where science, technology, and innovation driven healthcare solutions are realised for Africa and beyond.

Present at the event were: Principal Secretaries (ICT and Digital Economy) Eng. John Tanui, (Medical Services) Dr. Ouma Oluga, Director General for Health Dr. Patrick Amoth, Joo Young Kim (Associate Professor–KAIST), Seyeong Lee ( Second Secretary at the Korean Embassy), Ag.Principal Kenya-AIST Prof. J.W Khamasi among other key officials from Kenya and Korea.