Kenya Hosts Oracle Corporation Talks to Boost Kenya’s Digital Economy
During the meeting, discussions focused on accelerating the adoption of Oracle Cloud services, which are expected to become commercially available from within Kenya in the near future.
William Kabogo Gitau has announced that Kenya is stepping up efforts to expand its digital economy through strategic partnerships, infrastructure investment, and skills development. This follows a high-level meeting he hosted with a delegation from Oracle Corporation, led by Annick Sakho.
During the meeting, discussions focused on accelerating the adoption of Oracle Cloud services, which are expected to become commercially available from within Kenya in the near future. Kabogo noted that the planned cloud infrastructure will provide integrated, end-to-end capabilities to support efficient operations, drive innovation, and enable businesses to move beyond basic software-as-a-service (SaaS) toward more advanced digital solutions.
The initiative also includes a strong focus on digital skills development. Oracle is set to partner with the government to support training programmes aimed at building a skilled workforce capable of participating effectively in Kenya’s growing digital economy. This effort is expected to help create a pipeline of talent equipped with globally relevant technology skills.
Kabogo emphasized the importance of professional certification and strong industry networks in building a credible and sustainable digital ecosystem. He also highlighted the government’s ongoing commitment to reducing the cost of connectivity and expanding access to digital services across the country.
The meeting was attended by key stakeholders, including David Bunei and Anien Coetzee, alongside representatives from government and the wider technology industry. The engagement reflects Kenya’s broader strategy to position itself as a leading digital hub in Africa.
