Government invests in robotics training to drive growth

The Kenyan government has announced a major investment in robotics training as part of its national strategy to accelerate digital transformation and economic growth. The initiative, unveiled in collaboration with universities, innovation hubs, and private sector partners, aims to equip young people with advanced STEM skills while preparing industries for automation. Officials emphasized that robotics training will be central to modernizing agriculture, healthcare, logistics, and manufacturing, sectors that are increasingly adopting smart technologies.
The program builds on the Kenya National AI Strategy 2025–2030, which identifies robotics as a key pillar for innovation and industrial competitiveness. Already, institutions such as Mount Kenya University (MKU) have introduced humanoid robots and advanced labs to provide hands-on learning, while rural outreach programs like Huawei’s DigiTruck are delivering robotics and coding lessons to underserved communities. International collaborations, including the ITU–Google–will.i.am robotics education initiative, are further embedding robotics into school curricula, ensuring that students across the country gain exposure to automation and AI.
Industry leaders and analysts welcomed the government’s investment, noting that Kenya’s robotics market is projected to reach US$23.12 million in 2025, with strong growth expected through 2030. They argue that prioritizing robotics training will not only create jobs but also attract foreign investment and strengthen Kenya’s role as East Africa’s innovation hub. By embedding robotics into education and industry, the government is laying the foundation for a resilient, future-ready economy capable of competing in the global digital marketplace.