Kenya, Denmark discuss deeper cooperation in AI, digital innovation and research
Date: 2026-05-09
By: Nana Appiah Acquaye
Kenya and Denmark have held
discussions aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in science, research,
innovation, digital transformation and emerging technologies as both countries
seek to advance inclusive and responsible technological development.
The talks took place during
a courtesy visit by Denmark’s Tech Ambassador, Anne Marie Engtoft Meldgaard, to
Kenya’s Principal Secretary for the State Department for Science, Research and
Innovation, Prof. Shaukat Abdulrazak.
According to Prof.
Abdulrazak, the engagement focused on opportunities for collaboration in
artificial intelligence governance, cybersecurity, research capacity building,
innovation ecosystems, talent development and the responsible deployment of
frontier technologies.
The discussions also
explored how strategic international partnerships can support Kenya’s efforts
to accelerate its digital and knowledge economy agenda while leveraging
science, technology and innovation to drive sustainable development and
economic growth.
Prof. Abdulrazak noted that
Denmark’s experience in tech diplomacy offers valuable lessons as Kenya
advances policies and initiatives aimed at strengthening digital transformation
and global competitiveness.
The meeting further
highlighted the importance of ethical and people-centered innovation in
ensuring that emerging technologies contribute to inclusive development and
shared prosperity.
Kenya continues to position
science, research and digital innovation as key pillars of its national
development agenda, with increasing emphasis on international collaboration to
support skills development, research excellence and technology-driven economic
transformation.
