NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 12 – Kenya is gearing up for the upcoming IASP’s global summit on science parks and areas of innovation this year.
The event will take place from September 24 to 27, 2024.
In preparation for the event, the Technopolis Development Authority hosted local and international partner organizations yesterday.
The Principal Secretary for ICT, Innovation, and the Digital Economy, John Tanui, took the opportunity to showcase the accelerated development of Konza Technopolis, Kenya’s innovation ecosystem, and the African continent’s science, technology, and innovation priorities.
“Africa’s Science, innovation ecosystem is still developing, but it urgently needs to mature to address the local challenges ensuring we are not further left behind in the wake of the 4th industrial revolution,” Tanui said.
“It is our time to lead. Let us rise to the occasion, working with the rest of the world nations,” he added.
On his part, Konza Technopolis Chairman Raphael Munavu said that the impending meeting offers Kenya and Africa opportunities to connect and interact with over 100,000 innovative companies globally.
“As we bring the world to Kenya. We also have an opportunity to showcase our efforts in advancing Research Science, innovation and development by hosting technical visits,” said Munavu.
