President Ruto unveils 110th Digital Hub in Murang’a to boost youth skills and innovation
Date: 2026-04-25
By: Kanto Kai Okanta
Kenya
has unveiled its 110th Digital Hub in a continued nationwide rollout aimed at
expanding access to digital skills and promoting innovation among young people.
The
Kiharu Digital Hub, located at Kiharu Technical and Vocational College in
Murang’a County, was officially launched by President William Ruto. The
initiative is part of a government programme implemented in partnership with
the ICT Authority of Kenya, the Communications Authority of Kenya and the
National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF).
The
programme is designed to equip Kenyan youth with practical digital skills,
support job creation and enhance participation in the digital economy through
accessible infrastructure and training facilities.
The
launch event was attended by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, Cabinet
Secretary for Information, Communications and the Digital Economy William
Kabogo, Cabinet Secretary for Lands, Public Works, Housing and Urban
Development Alice Wahome, Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang'ata and Member of
Parliament Kimani Ichung'wah, among other government officials and
stakeholders.
Officials
described the rollout of digital hubs as a key component of Kenya’s broader
strategy to bridge the digital divide and strengthen the country’s innovation
ecosystem. The initiative is expected to expand opportunities for youth in
technology, entrepreneurship and digital services across the country.
The
government reiterated its commitment to building future-ready infrastructure
under its digital transformation agenda, aimed at positioning Kenya as a
regional hub for innovation and technology-driven growth.
