{
  "id": 8922422,
  "title": "Kenya backs initiatives to secure jobs amid AI disruption",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/kenya-backs-initiatives-to-secure-jobs-amid-ai-disruption",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-09-21T12:48:12.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "KBC",
    "slug": "kbc",
    "url": "https://www.kbc.co.ke/kenya-backs-initiatives-to-secure-jobs-amid-ai-disruption/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Kenya is making a concerted effort to bolster its investment in artificial intelligence (AI) literacy initiatives, with the aim of becoming a creator and innovator of AI solutions rather than a mere consumer of the technology. Broadcasting and Telecommunications Director Stephen Isaboke emphasized that this move is crucial to harnessing the benefits of AI, which continues to disrupt various sectors of the Kenyan economy. During a workshop in Nairobi, Isaboke stated that the nation must equip its population to capitalize on the productivity gains generated by AI while providing targeted support to workers and occupations that may face greater disruption due to AI advancements.\n\nAccording to the World Bank, 87% of Kenyan workers currently operate in occupations with limited direct exposure to AI capabilities, while 9% are in highly exposed occupations where AI is likely to enhance their work. Furthermore, an estimated 4% of the workforce belongs to highly exposed occupations that are at a higher risk of being displaced by AI. Isaboke called for sustained investment in people to expand AI literacy among citizens, public servants, teachers, MSMEs, and informal workers, while integrating applied AI skills into key sectors such as agriculture, health, education, finance, engineering, law, and public administration. He reiterated that Kenya should aspire to be a builder, innovator, and creator of AI solutions rather than merely a consumer of externally developed technology.\n\nKenya has already formulated the National Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2025-2030, focusing on AI digital infrastructure, data ecosystems, governance, research, innovation, and commercialization. Isaboke highlighted the importance of translating this policy foundation into tangible results, stating that the true measure of Kenya's digital transformation will be determined by whether these investments lead to more productive businesses, better job opportunities, more efficient public services, greater inclusion, and improved quality of life for citizens.",
  "summary": "Kenya will continue to expand its investment in artificial intelligence literacy initiatives to ensure the country becomes a builder, innovator and creator of AI solutions as opposed to being a consumer of the technology. Broadcasting and Telecommunications Stephen Isaboke says the decision is expected to help the country enjoy the dividends brought about by AI, […] The post Kenya backs…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}