The Ministry of Information, Communications, and The Digital Economy (MICDE), in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), is set to launch a Timbuktoo Green Tech Hub in December this year.
The Green Tech Hub is part of a broader initiative that covers a wide range of practices and innovations aimed at reducing the environmental impact of climate change and promoting sustainability, such as renewable energy, waste management, water conservation, and green construction.
Speaking during a Ministerial stakeholder breakfast meeting, the Principal Secretary for ICT and Digital Economy, Eng. John Tanui, who was accompanied by his counterpart in the State Department for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), Ms. Susan Auma Mang’eni, noted that establishing ten new centres across Africa symbolises a resurgence of the African spirit.
Eng. Tanui further noted that the establishment of the Greentech Hub represents a significant step towards harnessing Africa’s potential in scientific innovation and technological advancement, adding that the Ministry will work closely with that of MSMEs, Education and Investments, Trade, and Industry to unlock the potential of the country’s startups.
Also in attendance were Anthony Ngororano, UNDP Resident Representative, Kenya; UNDP Deputy Resident Representative Madelena Monaja; and Data Commissioner Ms. Immaculate Kassait, among other senior government and private sector officials.
By Rachael Kilonzo
