Nairobi set to host third Innovate Tech week 2025
Nairobi county is gearing up for the third edition of Innovate Nairobi Tech Week, set to take place later in August this year.
The event will bring together tech enthusiasts, industry leaders, policymakers, and investors to discuss the future of technology in Nairobi and beyond.
This year’s theme, “Smart Cities, Smart Solutions: Innovation, Inclusion, and Sustainability,” reflects Nairobi’s commitment to leveraging technology to drive sustainable urban growth, enhance service delivery, and create economic opportunities.
Speaking to Touchline News, Nairobi County Chief Officer for Digital Economy and Startups, Sande Oyolo, emphasized the role of Innovate Nairobi Tech Week in shaping Nairobi’s digital future.
“This year’s event is not just about showcasing technology. It is about fostering policies that drive Nairobi’s digital economy and empower startups. We are building an inclusive and sustainable digital ecosystem, in line with Sakaja’s vision of transforming Nairobi into Africa’s innovation capital,” he said.
Though the tech week this year, Nairobi targets to enhance digital economy policies to support startups and innovators as they promote the gaming culture and its role in digital transformation.
The county will also be objecting to creating employment opportunities within the tech sector through the Enhancement of digital governance for smarter service delivery.
The Nairobi governor Johnson Sakaja-led administration also will be seeking to Improve access to information and civic engagement and Provide a platform for investors and industry players to collaborate and exchange ideas.
County Director for Digital Economy and Startups, Elizabeth Ndung’u, highlighted that Innovate Nairobi Tech Week extends beyond the three-day event, with long-term engagement and initiatives that continue to benefit stakeholders.
“This is not an open-and-shut event. After the Tech Week, we will have follow-up activities such as continuous stakeholder engagements, mentorship programs for startups, incubation opportunities, and policy review sessions to ensure the discussions translate into tangible impact,” She said.
This year’s Innovate Nairobi Tech Week will feature multiple tracks focusing on emerging and transformative technologies, including; Agri-Tech, FinTech, Mobi-Tech, Health-Tech, Edu-Tech, Robotics & AI, Hackathons & Startup Competitions among other tracks.
With an impressive lineup of speakers, panel discussions, product exhibitions, and networking sessions, Innovate Nairobi Tech Week 2025 promises to be a defining moment for Nairobi’s tech scene.
