Kenya committed to creating inclusive, secure, and innovative digital environment – Eng Tanui

Principal Secretary for the State Department of ICT and Digital Economy, Eng. John Kipchumba Tanui, has disclosed that the government of Kenya is committed to creating an inclusive, secure, and innovative digital environment.

Speaking during the opening ceremony of the Kenya Internet Governance Forum 2024 in Nairobi, Eng Tanui noted the importance of collaboration in developing frameworks that drive innovation, enhance cybersecurity, and ensure robust infrastructure.

He stressed the need for digital literacy to equip all Kenyans with necessary skills to thrive in the digital space, and said the government committed to strengthening the regulatory framework to safeguard data and protect citizens' rights.

Kenya's ambitious ICT program aims to establish new digital hubs, add 100,000 kilometers of fiber infrastructure, and make internet access a fundamental right for all Kenyans. The Digital Economy in Kenya is growing rapidly, driven by robust internet connectivity and emerging technologies like AI and IoT.

The Principal Secretary called for collective expertise and resources to achieve the vision of a secure, inclusive, and prosperous digital future for Kenya.

By:  Nana Appiah Acquaye