The Waziri Golf Experience at the Diamonds Leisure Beach and Golf Resort in Diani sets the stage for the 12th edition of the Connected Summit, which is Kenya’s premier event for ICT thought leadership. The summit, which is centered around the theme “Digital Economy: Endless Opportunities Shaping Our Future,” is a platform for public-private sector collaboration in driving Kenya’s digital economy. The event is expected to host 1,500 delegates, who are already checking in, and the Waziri Golf Experience is an engaging sports side event that brings together ICT professionals, entrepreneurs, and policymakers, laying the foundation for productive exchange of ideas and nurturing relationships throughout the Connected Summit.
According to Eliud Owalo, the Cabinet Secretary at the Ministry of Information, Communication and the Digital Economy, the Connected Summit’s theme aligns perfectly with the nation’s vision for supporting digital growth and development. Owalo emphasizes the importance of public-private collaboration in driving Kenya’s digital economy, which has played a crucial role in establishing incubators, accelerators, and innovation hubs, offering crucial support to entrepreneurs and startups. Eng. John Tanui, Principal Secretary of the State Department for Information Communications Technology (ICT) and Digital Economy, highlights the transformative impact of collaboration on Kenya’s startup ecosystem and underscores the importance of maintaining the spirit of collaboration at the Connected Summit 2023.
The Connected Summit 2023 is a platform for collaboration, capacity-building, and knowledge exchange among stakeholders from the ICT industry, government, academia, and beyond. Throughout the event, attendees will participate in panel discussions, workshops, and interactive sessions centered on technological developments, emerging trends, and challenges within Kenya’s digital landscape. The summit provides delegates with numerous networking opportunities, enabling them to build new relationships, form strategic alliances, and collaborate on inventive projects that contribute to the expansion and advancement of Kenya’s digital economy.
As the 2023 Connected Summit and the Waziri Golf Experience come together, they drive innovation, collaboration, and digital empowerment, ultimately forging a path toward a brighter and more prosperous future for Kenya’s digital economy. Stanley Kamanguya, CEO of the ICT Authority, hails the Connected Summit 2023 as a steadfast beacon that guides stakeholders towards a brighter future, fueled by the boundless possibilities of digital empowerment. By fostering an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing, the Connected Summit will continue to play a vital role in shaping Kenya’s digital economy and ensuring its place at the forefront of the global digital revolution.