Konza Technopolis CEO John Paul Okwiri has reaffirmed the city’s role as a catalyst for Kenya’s transformation, describing it as a collaborative platform where government, private sector, academia, and international partners converge to power growth.
He spoke when he hosted Cabinet Secretaries; William Kabogo Cabinet Secretary (CS) for ICT & Digital Economy, his counterpart Lee Kinyanjui of Investments, Trade & Industry, and Rebecca Miano CS for Tourism in a landmark visit that underscored Konza’s growing role as Kenya’s premier hub for inter-ministerial collaboration, innovation, and infrastructure development.
Okwiri noted that hosting the three Cabinet Secretaries is a testament to Konza’s role as the nerve center of innovation-driven development.
“Konza is not just a city of technology. It is a collaborative platform where government ministries, the private sector, academia, and international partners converge to deliver solutions that power Kenya’s growth. Hosting three Cabinet Secretaries today is a testament to Konza’s role as the nerve center of innovation-driven development.”
The high-level visit signalled government’s unified approach to leveraging Konza’s smart city ecosystem as a launchpad for Kenya’s economic transformation.
At the core of discussions was the alignment of cross-sectoral priorities in digital infrastructure, technology, trade, and tourism critical sectors that are expected to boost job creation, attract global investors, and enhance service delivery across the country.
By positioning itself as a convergence point for governance, enterprise, and innovation, Konza is reinforcing Kenya’s competitiveness across these strategic growth pillars.
William Kabogo, Cabinet Secretary for ICT & Digital Economy, highlighted Konza’s role in Kenya’s digital future: “Konza is more than a project; it is a promise to Kenyans. Through smart city solutions, we can deliver better services, expand economic inclusion, and showcase Kenya as a leader in Africa’s digital transformation.”
Lee Kinyanjui, Cabinet Secretary for Investments, Trade & Industry, emphasized Konza’s economic potential: “Konza is a shining example of how coordinated infrastructure and investment strategies can unlock growth. By aligning the efforts of multiple ministries, we can fast-track projects that create jobs, attract capital, and open Kenya to global opportunities.”
Rebecca Miano, Cabinet Secretary for Tourism and Wildlife, underscored Konza’s role in shaping Kenya’s international profile: “Innovation is at the heart of Kenya’s competitiveness, and Konza provides the ecosystem to make that a reality. Africa’s Silicon Savannah is positioning our country as a preferred investment destination, where technology and enterprise converge to drive prosperity. With tourism on the rise, we will proudly showcase Konza globally as a hub of world-class innovation.”
The visit reflects growing recognition of Konza Technopolis as more than a flagship ICT project it is a national collaboration hub, a driver of regional competitiveness, and a model for sustainable urban development.
As Kenya advances its Vision 2030, Konza continues to attract international partnerships and domestic support, reinforcing its status as Africa’s Silicon Savannah and a global model for smart city development.
