NAIROBI, Kenya – Kenya will host the Connected Africa Summit 2025 in May.
The high-profile event is expected to shape the continent’s tech-driven future according to ICT Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo.
Scheduled for May 26–29 at the coastal town of Diani, the summit aims to move Africa beyond digital aspirations into real-world implementation.
And the theme says it all: “The Digital Journey: Vision to Reality.”
“This summit isn’t just about conversations—it’s about action,” Kabogo stated.
“Africa has made incredible progress in connectivity and innovation. Now, we need to turn these advancements into economic opportunities and real impact.”
Kenya is ready to host the Connected Africa Summit 2025This morning, I joined other stakeholders in this year’s Connected Africa Summit (CAS) 2025 Partners’ Breakfast as we set the stage for the much-anticipated CAS 2025, a premier platform that continues to shape Africa’s..
A Platform for Collaboration and Innovation
The Connected Africa Summit 2025 is where policy leaders, tech pioneers, investors, and industry executives will converge to tackle Africa’s most pressing digital challenges.
Discussions will focus on emerging technologies such as AI, Blockchain, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, and Climate Tech.
Kenya aims to lead by example. Kabogo emphasized the importance of a multi-sectoral approach, ensuring that digital growth benefits all Africans, not just a few players in the tech industry.
“As a continent, we need to bridge the digital divide, strengthen cybersecurity, and create an enabling environment for fintech and digital trade,” he noted.
Building on Last Year’s Milestones
The 2024 summit was a major success, bringing together 40 ministers from 40+ countries to outline Africa’s digital roadmap.
Now, Kenya’s Principal Secretary for ICT and Digital Economy, Eng. John Kipchumba Tanui, wants to ensure continuity.
“Reflecting on last year’s Nairobi Declaration, we remain committed to advancing key areas like connectivity and emerging technologies,” Tanui stated.
Meanwhile, Stanley Kamanguya, CEO of the ICT Authority, stressed that private-sector involvement is critical.
“The summit ensures that businesses have a direct voice in shaping policies that foster innovation,” he said.
Even tech giants are paying attention. Robin Njiru, Regional Lead for the Public Sector at Amazon Web Services (AWS), called the summit “a crucial space for turning ideas into business opportunities.”
Speaking at the Connected Africa Summit 2025 Partners’ Breakfast, ICT Authority Board Chairman Hon. Sylvanus Maritim stated, “I believe our biggest responsibility is to create a thriving platform for the private sector. #CAS2025 #ConnectedAfricaSummit2025 #ICTAuthorityKE
With Africa home to the world’s youngest population, the demand for digital skills, job creation, and tech-driven services is higher than ever.
The Connected Africa Summit 2025 comes at a pivotal time, as the continent navigates how to harness technology for sustainable economic growth.
Whether it’s policy reforms, public-private partnerships, or game-changing innovations, one thing is clear—Africa’s digital future is no longer a vision. It’s happening.
