President Uhuru Kenyatta has commended the youth for being at the forefront in technological developments that are set to transform the country through the provision of local solutions. President Kenyatta spoke Friday evening today at the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) Law Enforcement Academy in Manyani, Taita Taveta County, after a guided tour of an exhibition of innovations young Kenyan techies. President Kenyatta pointed out that contrary to the view held by some people, the Government is not using foreign firms to deliver some of its key programs such as Huduma Namba and last year’s population census exercise. Deputy President William Ruto said the multi-agency approach exhibited by the youth during their training demonstrates that with synergy no task is difficult to undertake. ICT Cabinet Secretary Joe Mucheru lauded President Kenyatta for successfully spearheading efforts to ensure Kenya remains economically competitive through various digital innovations.

Source: Daily Nation October 16, 2020 16:30 UTC