Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to building a people‑centred digital future at the World Summit on the Information Society plus 20 high‑level meeting in New York.
Delivering Kenya’s statement, Principal Secretary for Broadcasting and Telecommunications Stephen Isaboke said the country views digital transformation as more than technology, emphasising that it must advance dignity, opportunity and rights.
He warned that while innovations like artificial intelligence are reshaping societies at unprecedented speed, global efforts must ensure no one is left behind.
Isaboke highlighted Kenya’s progress under the Bottom‑Up Economic Transformation Agenda, citing the expansion of last‑mile broadband through the Universal Service Fund and the establishment of 1,450 public digital hubs to provide access to online services, skills training and economic opportunities.
The principal secretary called for stronger and more innovative financing mechanisms to support national and global digital ambitions. “Digital ambition without adequate financing is not sustainable,” he said.
Kenya’s delegation, including Ambassador Ekitela Lokaale, Permanent Representative to the UN, Special Envoy on Technology Philip Thigo, and representatives from the Communications Authority of Kenya, underlined the country’s readiness to collaborate with all member states to define the next phase of global digital cooperation, aligning efforts with the Sustainable Development Goals.
The statement positions Kenya as a leading voice among developing nations advocating for equitable digital access, highlighting the need for practical infrastructure, funding and inclusive policies as technology continues to reshape economies worldwide.
