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Government Calls for Public Participation To Implement National Al Strategy

Kenya’s National Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2025-2030 sets forth a comprehensive vision to position the country as the leading Al hub for model innovation in Africa, with a focus on sustainable development, economic growth, and social inclusion.

The strategy is built on three key pillars: Al Digital Infrastructure for accessible and affordable AI infrastructure; Data, which focuses on establishing a robust sustainable data ecosystem; and Al Research and Innovation, aimed at developing cutting-edge localized Al models and solutions. These pillars are supported by four critical enablers: Governance frameworks, Talent Development, Investments, and a commitment to ethical, equitable, and inclusive Al development.

The strategy outlines specific goals, objectives, and flagship projects across seven strategic themes, proposing a phased implementation approach beginning with foundational investments in policy, infrastructure, and capacity building.

Key priorities include modernizing national digital infrastructure, establishing data governance frameworks, enhancing Al research capabilities, developing talent pipelines, creating agile regulatory frameworks, accelerating public and private investments, and fostering ethical Al development.

The strategy identifies priority
sectors including healthcare, education, agriculture, public service delivery, security, MSMEs, and the creative sector, with a particular focus on developing localized solutions such as maternal health chatbots in local dialects and Al-powered agricultural advisory systems.