Safaricom to Invest Sh66 Billion in AI Infrastructure Across East Africa: Healthcare, Education, Agriculture, and Finance are targeted!
Safaricom has unveiled a bold plan to invest Sh66 billion over the next three years to build artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure across East Africa.
Announced at the Connected Africa Summit in Nairobi, the investment will target upgrades in digital infrastructure, strategic partnerships, and accelerated AI talent development.
Key focus sectors include:
- Healthcare
- Agriculture
- Finance
- Education
“This initiative will drive innovation, power intelligent digital solutions, and strengthen economic growth across the region,” said Cynthia Kropac, Safaricom’s Chief Enterprise Business Officer.
The telco has already trained over 5,000 staff in AI fundamentals, a move aimed at future-proofing its workforce and laying the groundwork for a smarter economy.
Kropac emphasized the need for Africa to lead in the AI revolution, not just follow, calling for local innovation tailored to African realities.
With global tech giants accelerating AI adoption, Safaricom’s investment signals a major leap toward positioning the region as a serious player in emerging technologies.
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