By:
Kanto Kai Okanta
Principal
Secretaries attending the Monthly Principal Secretaries’ meeting at the Kenya
Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (Kenya-AIST) have undertaken a
familiarisation tour of Konza Technopolis, Kenya’s flagship smart city and
innovation hub.
The
delegation was hosted by the Technopolis Development Authority and visited the
Konza Experience Centre, where they received briefings on the Smart City’s
development progress, strategic investments, long-term vision, and future
expansion plans.
During
the tour, the Principal Secretaries were exposed to interactive presentations
and demonstrations showcasing the digital infrastructure and technology-driven
solutions that underpin Konza Technopolis’ development as a model for a
knowledge-based economy.
The
visit highlighted the growing role of Konza Technopolis in promoting
innovation, attracting investment, advancing research, and supporting
sustainable urban development.
Authorities
noted that the Smart City continues to position itself as a key driver of
Kenya’s digital transformation agenda and a leading innovation ecosystem often
referred to as Africa’s Silicon Savannah.
