Nairobi will become a regional hub for clean-energy innovation during Intersolar Africa on February 3–4, 2026, at the Sarit Expo Centre. The event has grown into a full international exhibition and conference, showcasing advances in solar photovoltaics, battery storage, and smart energy systems. It will bring global experts together with East Africa’s fast-growing energy sector. The event will support the deployment of scalable technologies to meet rising power demand.

Kenya has gained global recognition in artificial intelligence governance following the inclusion of Philip Thigo in the Apolitical Government AI 100–2026. The list highlights public sector leaders shaping responsible AI adoption worldwide. Thigo has played a key role in multilateral processes, including UN-led initiatives on environmental sustainability of AI and digital governance. His recognition places Kenya among a select group influencing global AI policy and reinforces the country’s growing role in international technology governance.

The Communications Authority of Kenya is conducting a national study on online safety trends with the University of Nairobi, revealing growing concern among internet users about digital risks. The survey examines online behaviour, device use, and parental involvement, focusing on cyber scams, AI-driven misinformation, and cyberbullying. Speaking at the Data Privacy Conference 2026, CA Director-General David Mugonyi said the findings will inform evidence-based policy, stronger cybersecurity frameworks, and digital citizenship initiatives.