Head of Public Service To Deliver Keynote At Smart Gov Summit

The Smart Gov Summit, a leading platform for innovation in public sector technology, is thrilled to announce that Felix Koskei, Chief of Staff in the Office of the President and Head of the Public Service, will deliver the keynote address at the upcoming event.

The Smart Gov Summit, a collaboration between the State Government Department and dx5, will take place on 2-3 October 2024 at the Hyatt Hotel in Nairobi. It brings together a cross-section of partners such as SpaceAI, ActionLab and African eDevelopment Resource Centre. The Summit will host government officials, technology experts, and industry leaders to discuss the latest trends and best practices in digital governance.

“The Smart Government Summit is more than just a gathering; it’s a catalyst transforming how governments across Africa approach digital solutions. By bringing together visionary leaders from both the public and private sectors, we are creating a space where innovative ideas can flourish, driving the modernization of public infrastructure and enhancing service delivery for millions of citizens. We’re excited to see how these discussions will shape the future of digital governance on the continent,” Harry Hare, Chairman, dx5 said.

The Head of the Public Service’s keynote address will provide valuable insights into the government’s vision for digital transformation and the role of technology in driving economic growth and improving service delivery to citizens. Kosgei’s vast experience in government as well as his leadership in the public sector will no doubt inspire and inform attendees.

A slew of prominent government leaders confirmed to attend and speak include, Mercy Wanjau, Secretary to the Cabinet, Executive Office of the President, Gilbert Matura, Lead, Smart Government Department, Executive Office of the President, Ambassador Philip Thigo, Special Envoy for Technology, Government of Kenya, Mary Kerema, Secretary ICT, e-Gov & Digital Economy, Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy, State Department for ICT and Digital Economy, Stanley Kamanguya, CEO, ICT Authority, Martin Mirero, Director ICT, Communications Authority of Kenya and Immaculate Kassait, Data Commissioner, Office of the Data Commissioner among others.

The event will also feature notable private sector insights from Dr Charity Wayua, Director, IBM Research Africa, Richard Hechle, Managing Director – East and West Africa, NTT DATA, Inc and Karthik Ananda Rao, Chief Technical Evangelist, ManageEngine.

Participants will gain unique insights into Africa’s digital future, with experts spearheading major digital transformation initiatives sharing their perspectives. Key topics to be discussed include artificial intelligence, digital transformation in the public sector, public-private partnerships, and digital service delivery.

The Summit comes at a crucial time in Africa’s digital landscape. We are enjoying increased internet access and mobile connectivity, and governments could leverage technology to improve services and drive economic growth. The event allows decision-makers to network, learn, and exploring innovative solutions to modernise government operations and delivery of better services to constituents.

Visit the Smart Gov Summit site to register for the event.