Advancement of Digital Skilling

The Principal Secretary for the State Department of ICT and the Digital Economy, Eng. John Kipchumba Tanui, CBS, today hosted Prof. Elijah I. Omwenga, Vice-Chancellor of The Open University of Kenya (OUK)—Kenya’s pioneering public virtual university, chartered in August 2023.

They discussed OUK’s notable achievements in making higher education more accessible, with innovative programs in AI, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Agri-Tech, Business, and Education, as well as strategic partnerships to build digital economy skills.

The Open University of Kenya, based at Konza Technopolis, empowers learners nationwide through its virtual platform, driving digital transformation and inclusive education for all Kenyans.