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The Innovate Kenya Tech Summit 2025 was officially launched today at Nairobi’s Serena Hotel, marking a significant step toward positioning Kenya as a technology hub for socio-economic growth. Set to take place in March 2025, the summit will gather thought leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, investors, and policymakers to explore how technology can foster sustainable development, job creation, and entrepreneurship across Kenya.
Homeboyz Entertainment PLC CEO Myke Rabar, reflecting on his entrepreneurial journey, highlighted the advancements available to today’s entrepreneurs, noting, “Platforms like Innovate Kenya now provide entrepreneurs with unprecedented access to knowledge, funding, and networks.”
Victor Otieno, Managing Director of Viffa Consult Limited, emphasized the summit’s stakeholder-driven focus on collaboration. “We aim to create an inclusive environment where innovators, investors, and policymakers can co-create solutions for Kenya’s most pressing challenges,” he stated.
Key themes include Tech for Health, Agriculture, Jobs, Sustainability, and Gender Equality, providing startups an opportunity to pitch ideas directly to investors and forge public-private sector partnerships.
Among the key figures supporting the summit are Tonny Omwansa, CEO of the Kenya National Innovation Agency (KENIA), and leaders from Kenya’s innovation ecosystem. Pre-event activities will engage stakeholders across Kenya, culminating in an Innovation and Investment Expo, workshops, and networking sessions.
