Youth told to embrace tech to build resilient businesses
By Harrison.Kivisu, August 9, 2023Technology experts in Kenya have implored youth in small and medium enterprises (SME) to embrace emerging innovation and technologies to grow and build resilient businesses.
Led by Swahilipot hub, Kayana Create and 4BM tech, the organisations said with the clamour for digital acceleration in the country, youth must reposition themselves to tap into technology advancements to earn a living.
“I am truly excited to see small businesses using technology to build resilient businesses. One of the things we do is collaboration, and that’s why we are partnering with Swahilipot Hub to create that network,” said Patricia Okelo, founder of Kayana Create. Swahili Pothub founder Mahmoud Noor said youth have an opportunity to create innovations regardless of their remote location thus urging them to remain steadfast.
He said the cooperation with different partners will create a mentorship avenue for the youth to earn a living. “They will be holding awards to recognize those who are creating an impact on the ground through the use of technology,” said Mahmoud. Pwani innovation week will be held on October 2 to 6 this year.
“We are targeting to show youth how they can benefit from technological innovations to empower themselves economically. The event is through partnership with over 100 exhibitors, Kenyan government and global partners,” said Noor.