Kenya Opens Call For High-Impact AI Use Cases

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Kenya, the Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy (MICDE) and the Technopolis Development Authority have opened a national call for artificial intelligence use cases aimed at identifying and advancing practical AI solutions with the potential to deliver measurable development, public, environmental, research and economic value.

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape economies, public services and innovation globally, Kenya is strengthening the foundations needed to translate the technology into solutions that address real-world challenges. The Artificial Intelligence Accelerator Programme brings together government, development, research and innovation capabilities to support the development and application of AI in ways that are safe, responsible and secure.

Through the Open Call for AI Use Cases, public institutions, universities and research institutions, startups and innovators are invited to submit challenges, concepts and existing AI-enabled solutions at different stages of maturity. Selected use cases will undergo structured assessment to determine the suitability of AI, potential impact, data and technical readiness, implementation requirements, and relevant safety and governance considerations.

Depending on needs and readiness, selected use cases may be supported through AI compute at the Technopolis Development Authority, data readiness and preparation, AI solution development and technical assistance, talent and capacity development, Responsible AI and assurance, research and technology partnerships, and ecosystem connections. Eligible startups may also be connected to investors, potential buyers, industry partners and market opportunities.

John Paul Okwiri, Chief Executive Officer, Technopolis Development Authority adds, “The future will belong to countries that do not just consume AI but build it. Through this programme, the Technopolis Development Authority is creating pathways for Kenyan innovators, researchers and startups to develop AI solutions that address real-world challenges, create economic value and improve lives. Our role is to provide the infrastructure, partnerships and innovation ecosystem that will help position Kenya as Africa’s leading destination for technology and innovation.”

The programme is designed to build a pipeline of accountable and locally relevant AI solutions that can strengthen public-service delivery, accelerate research and innovation, support environmentally sustainable growth, and contribute to Kenya’s broader social, environmental and economic development.

Applications are open from 24 August to 6 September 2026.

Public institutions, universities and research institutions, startups and innovators with a relevant AI use-case concept, prototype, pilot or existing solution ready to scale are encouraged to apply https://ai.konza.go.ke/