Africa

Kenya


Digital Transition

DigiKen – Digital Platforms Kenya: A thriving Kenyan digital platforms ecosystem for sustainable development

Total funding allocated
US $ 4261000
Co-funding by UN agencies
US $ 1261000

Brief Description

The joint programme titled 'DigiKen - Digital Platforms Kenya' aims to foster a thriving Kenyan digital platforms ecosystem that advances sustainable development and ensures inclusivity, particularly for vulnerable groups, while aligning with Kenya's Vision 2030 goals.

DigiKen fosters a thriving digital platforms ecosystem in Kenya, enhancing sustainable development and inclusivity. The program empowers over 2 million individuals, particularly women, youth, and marginalized groups, through media literacy and digital skills, while creating 4,500 direct jobs. It strengthens partnerships with government and private sectors, training 20,000 officials to support inclusive growth and governance. By enhancing 15 digital innovation hubs, it enables communities to engage in the digital economy, contributing to climate resilience and advancing multiple Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Expected key results

Up to 150 MSMEs, local start-ups, and entrepreneurs have access to initial capital to invest, innovate and deliver digital platform business solutions to local challenges, with up to 5 entities eligible to receive follow-up investment and up to 3 of these entities prepared to seek international series A funding by the end of 3 years.

Quick facts

Allocated by Joint SDG Fund:
$3,000,000 USD
Co-funding:
$1,261,000 USD
Total Funding:
$4,261,000 USD
UN Agencies:

UNESCO,  UNEP, UNCDF, UN-WOMEN

Duration:
September 2024 - September 2027