Kenya strengthens its cooperation with Kazakhstan in artificial intelligence and digital technology.
The visit explores expanding partnerships in e-government, innovation, and space technology.
Written by Mohamed Ragab
A Kenyan official confirmed that the state visit he made Kenyan President William Rutte's visit to Kazakhstan has contributed to strengthening the growing partnership between the two countries and opening up new opportunities for cooperation in the fields of technology and the digital economy.
Kenya strengthens its cooperation with Kazakhstan in artificial intelligence and digital technology.
The official, who accompanied the Kenyan president during the visit, explained that the talks addressed strengthening cooperation in the fields of information and communication technology, artificial intelligence, e-government services, innovation, space technology, and trade.
The visit explores expanding partnerships in e-government, innovation, and space technology.
He added that Kenya continues to implement its “Digital Highway” agenda while strengthening its capabilities in artificial intelligence, stressing that global strategic partnerships are a key element in accelerating digital transformation, developing skills, and supporting innovation-led economic growth.
He pointed out that technology and artificial intelligence have become among the most influential factors in shaping the future of the world, noting that Kenya is working to consolidate its position to lead the path of digital transformation in the African continent.
In a separate context, a recent international report revealed a significant change in the landscape of the fastest-growing companies in Africa For 2026, Kenya surpassed Nigeria for the first time in the number of companies included in the list, in an indicator that reflects a real shift in the continent's business dynamics.
The ranking is based on measuring the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of companies during the period between 2021 and 2024, which gives an accurate picture of the companies that have succeeded in achieving qualitative leaps in financial performance and market expansion.
Amid this competition between African economic powers, South Africa maintained its leading position at the top of the list, with 51 out of 130 ranked companies, representing more than a third of the listed companies.
This large representation reflects the strength of the economic environment there, supported by a sophisticated infrastructure, a mature financial sector, and rapid growth in the technology, communications and services sectors.
This progress is attributed to the marked improvement in Kenya’s entrepreneurial environment, rising levels of funding, and the diversification of sectors in which companies are active, particularly in the areas of financial technology, clean energy, and digital services.
