PS for Science, Research and Innovation officiates Huawei Talent Development for the AI Era and ICT Competition Award Ceremony
Date: 2026-04-30
By: Kanto Kai Okanta
Kenya
has reaffirmed its commitment to building a strong digital skills base and
advancing artificial intelligence capacity as part of its national development
strategy.
Principal
Secretary for the State Department for Science, Research and Innovation, Prof.
Shaukat Abdulrazak, officiated the Huawei Talent Development for the AI Era and
ICT Competition Award Ceremony held during the 15th Connected Africa Summit.
The
event focused on the role of artificial intelligence, digital transformation,
and innovation in reshaping economies, governance, education, and industry
across Africa. Prof. Abdulrazak said the ongoing technological shift represents
a major development opportunity for Kenya rather than a disruption.
He
emphasised that talent remains the country’s most important asset, noting
government efforts to strengthen STEM education, expand support for
researchers, and promote the growth of innovation hubs and start-ups across the
country.
As
part of the programme, outstanding students were recognised and are set to
represent Kenya in China at a global competition, where they will showcase
their skills in ICT and innovation.
Prof.
Abdulrazak congratulated the students and encouraged them to demonstrate the
country’s capabilities on the international stage, highlighting Kenya’s
ambition to position itself as a regional leader in digital transformation and
technology-driven development.
