The National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Communication, Information and Innovation, chaired by Hon. John Kiarie Waweru, MP (Dagoretti South), today conducted an inspection visit to Konza Technopolis to assess the progress of key smart city projects and review the status of strategic investments intended to anchor Kenya’s digital economy.
During the visit, Members were briefed on ongoing infrastructure developments, including the Phase One horizontal infrastructure undertaking which has already been completed and handed over for operationalization.
Legislators also reviewed the progress of the Konza National Data Centre and Smart City facilities, which are currently operational and supporting government digital services while undergoing further cloud expansion.
The Committee further assessed the status of the Konza Complex project comprising the conference facility and hotel block, which remains under development, as well as the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), a flagship research and innovation institution expected to play a critical role in advancing science and technology research in the country.
Members emphasized the need for timely completion of the remaining components to ensure that Konza Technopolis fully delivers on its mandate as Kenya’s flagship smart city and a driver of innovation, research and investment.
The Committee also engaged Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA) officials on measures being taken to accelerate construction, equipping and operationalization of the stalled Digital Innovation Hubs across the country. Legislators underscored the importance of the hubs in expanding digital access, nurturing young innovators and creating employment opportunities for youth.
Hon. Kiarie noted that Parliament remains committed to supporting initiatives that strengthen Kenya’s digital ecosystem while ensuring public investments deliver tangible value to citizens.
The Committee, he further noted, remains devoted to providing legislative guidance and oversight to accelerate the growth of Konza Technopolis as a regional centre for technology, research and innovation.
By Anthony Solly
