Kenya and Korea have entered into a significant partnership to foster the development of five digital cities in Kenya. The agreement was reached between Kenya and the Korea Trade Centre, the commercial wing of the Korean Government, during the third edition of the Kenya International Investment Conference.
The partnership entails a memorandum of understanding for the construction of more than 5,000 affordable housing units in the Mavoko area of Machakos County and within the Tatu City Special Economic Zone in Kiambu.
Additionally, a smart city master plan will be formulated to guide the development of the five digital cities identified by President William Ruto: Lamu, Dongo Kundu, Athi River, Sagana, and Naivasha.
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One of the primary objectives of the collaboration is the establishment of a smart driving licensing system to support a transportation network and smart mobility plans that will complement the urban functions of Konza Technopolis.
Private corporations like Kumkang East Africa Limited, a subsidiary of Korea’s Kumkang Kind specializing in Aluminium formwork building systems, as well as construction firms EPCO Builders and Unity Homes, have also signed the agreement.
This partnership follows President Ruto’s State visit to Korea in November of the previous year, highlighting the commitment of both countries to strengthen bilateral ties and promote digital and smart infrastructural development.
The collaboration is expected to contribute significantly to Kenya’s progress in the digital space, enhancing its overall socio-economic growth.
