Kenya’s Innovation Boom: What Threatens Nairobi’s Fame as Silicon Savannah

Kenya’s innovation boom: What threatens Nairobi’s fame as Silicon Savannah

Persistent challenges in funding, regional equity, gender inclusion, and policy threaten to stall inclusive and sustainable growth of innovation, a new report says. Launched at the Kenya Startup Festival, the new report has laid bare the critical gaps undermining Kenya’s innovation ecosystem, even as the country continues to build its reputation as Africa’s “Silicon Savannah.” […]

Kenya's Innovation Boom: What's Fueling the Silicon Savannah—and What's Holding It Back? - Techish Kenya

Kenya's innovation ecosystem shows strong potential but faces challenges: 81% foreign funding dependence, Nairobi concentration, gender gaps, and delayed policy reforms need urgent attention.