A new ICT Hub has officially opened in Nyagoko, Siaya County, marking a significant milestone in the government’s efforts to enhance digital empowerment across the country.
The ICT Hub, opened by Deputy Chief of Staff for Performance and Delivery Management, Eliud Owalo, is part of a nationwide initiative championed by President Dr. William Samoei Ruto’s Government.
Each ICT Hub, costing Ksh 26 million, will provide vital resources including computers, internet connectivity, ICT training, digital skilling and job linkages to support young people in accessing opportunities in the digital economy.
The Nyagoko ICT Hub is specifically designed to empower youth by offering them the tools and resources needed to succeed in the rapidly evolving digital world.
The ICT Hub is part of the government’s initial rollout of 100 ICT Centres of Excellence across the country, all funded by the National Government through the State Department of ICT and the Digital Economy.
These hubs will not only provide access to digital tools but also foster skill development and job opportunities.
The Nyagoko Hub will feature a range of services, including public Wi-Fi, a learning centre, shared working spaces, a boardroom, and modern washroom facilities.
These amenities are intended to create an environment that supports both learning and collaboration, ensuring that young people in the region have access to the resources they need to grow and thrive in the digital age.
In addition to these 100 fully-funded ICT Hubs, the National Government is collaborating with Members of Parliament through the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NGCDF) to establish an additional 1,450 ICT Hubs across the country, one in every ward.
The opening ceremony was attended by Rarieda DCC Kennedy Lunalo, officers from the Ministry of ICT, the State Department of Public Works, the Communication Authority, Konza Technopolis, as well as local leaders and members of the public. Representatives from Elephant Construction Company Ltd, the project contractor, were also present.
This initiative is another important step towards building a robust digital infrastructure that will provide youth across Kenya with the opportunities they need to excel in the modern economy.
