Survey shows rising adoption of robotics training in Kenya

A new survey has revealed that robotics training is gaining significant traction across Kenya, with universities, startups, and community programs increasingly adopting robotics education. The findings highlight that more students and professionals are engaging in robotics-related courses and competitions, reflecting Kenya’s growing commitment to preparing its workforce for automation and AI-driven industries. The survey underscores the country’s progress in embedding robotics into its national digital agenda.
The report points to initiatives such as Mount Kenya University’s launch of the Walker E humanoid robot, which provides students with hands-on robotics experience, and Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology’s Robotics DOJO competition, which has attracted participants from multiple institutions. Outreach programs like Huawei’s DigiTruck and the ITU–Google–will.i.am robotics education initiative (September 2025) are also expanding access to robotics training in rural communities. These efforts are helping bridge Kenya’s STEM gap, where only 22% of students currently pursue science and technology careers.
Industry analysts note that the rising adoption of robotics training is closely linked to Kenya’s economic potential. According to Statista’s Robotics Market Forecast (2025), Kenya’s robotics market revenue is projected to reach US$23.12 million in 2025, with service robotics dominating at US$22.52 million. The market is expected to grow at a 9.98% annual rate (CAGR 2025–2030), reaching US$37.20 million by 2030. Experts argue that this growth demonstrates the increasing demand for robotics solutions in agriculture, healthcare, logistics, and manufacturing.
Looking ahead, policymakers believe that the rising adoption of robotics training will accelerate job creation, attract foreign investment, and reinforce Kenya’s role as East Africa’s innovation hub. By embedding robotics into education and industry, Kenya is laying the foundation for a resilient, future-ready economy capable of competing in the global digital marketplace.