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21/04/2026

The Global CIO Forum Roadshow, Kenya Chapter webinar on “AI & Its Real-World Adoption in Enterprises”is ongoing.

20/04/2026

Global CIO Forum Roadshow is here with us, in line with its
pillars, the Kenya Chapter, in collaboration with Zone01 Kisumu
has organised a Webinar on "AI & Its Real-World Adoption in
Enterprises",

This will be a platform for Knowledge and experience sharing,
insights and learning.

We are nurturing the next generation of IT leaders through tailored
education, mentorship, and community-driven initiatives

Join us on Tuesday, 21st April from 3-5 pm.

Artificial Intelligence is already transforming how enterprises
and governments operate

Host
Maurine Awuor
CIO | Director ICT Services
COUNTY GOVERNMENT OF KISUMU

Speakers
1. Venkatesh Mahadevan - FBCS
Transformative CIO
Board Member CAAS and ISPMA India | Technology Mentor | Speaker

2. Timothy Laku, MBA
CIO | CTO | AI Transformation Partner

3. Ts. Saiful Bakhtiar O.
Global CIO | CISO
Advisory | Board Member | Director | Technologist

4. PROF. SILVANCE ONYANGO ABEKA
Ass Prof and Founding Director Center of E-Learning at JOOUST

16/04/2026

Our Co-Executive Directors and Caleb Nyoiro, and Torsten Kremser, Director, Partnerships, will be attending . They'll chat about the incredible software engineering talent emerging from the lakeside city and what comes next for our community!

We are looking to connect with:
✅ Global talent partners
✅ Partners that link funding directly to outcomes
✅ Impact investors
✅ Leaders and entrepreneurs thinking about scalable approaches to youth employment

Are you attending ? Let’s link up! Drop us a message/inbox and we'll set up the meeting.

14/04/2026

We are joining forces with the Global CIO Forum for an exclusive virtual event designed for aspiring innovators and future tech leaders.

👨‍💻 AI & Its Real-World Adoption in Enterprises
📅 April 21, 2026
⏰ 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM (EAT)

This is a rare opportunity to hear from global tech leaders on how artificial intelligence is being adopted at enterprise scale and what that means for the next generation of builders.

🔗 Secure your spot now 👉 https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89774653858?pwd=8YKnlop6u8BX9cLxeQdZZdWa83aTYw.1

10/04/2026

2026 has officially come to a close, but the teachings, which we will continue sharing across the coming days, will stay with us forever. Here's a recap of one of the most important days in Kenya's tech industry.

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10/04/2026

At the heart of this year’s conference was a most significant milestone - we have graduated 76 apprentices, with 71 of them placed in jobs!

We wrap up today filled with gratitude. After two years of intense, hands-on learning, problem-solving, and growth, our apprentices have stepped forward to receive their certificates and our blessings, marking the end of Zone01 Kisumu Cohort 1

To our apprentices who join our alumni as world-class tech talent: this is your moment. You’ve earned it. Enjoy it. The future is yours to build.

10/04/2026

"What If The Best Software Engineers in the World Came From Kisumu?" That's the question put to the room with her opening remarks at .

The best software engineers are painstakingly forged through relentless curiosity, real-world problem solving, and the discipline to keep learning. But raw talent and drive alone aren’t enough, they need the right infrastructure, a strong community, and consistent support to truly thrive.

For over a decade, has been building exactly that in Kisumu.

Today is proof that building such systems inevitably leads to success.

10/04/2026

10/04/2026

"What If The Best Software Engineers in the World Came From Kisumu?" That's the question Dorcas Owinoh put to the room with her opening remarks at .

The best software engineers are painstakingly forged through relentless curiosity, real-world problem solving, and the discipline to keep learning. But raw talent and drive alone aren’t enough, they need the right infrastructure, a strong community, and consistent support to truly thrive.

For over a decade, has been building exactly that in Kisumu.

Today is proof that building such systems inevitably leads to success.

10/04/2026

Andrew Osindo, Kennedy Ada, Asman Malika, and Tomlee Abila proudly showcased their projects to H.E. Dr. Mathew Owili, the Deputy Governor, Kisumu County.

These were bold, functioning solutions built by Zone01 Kisumu apprentices that speak to the challenges facing Kisumu County.

The COUNTY GOVERNMENT OF KISUMU has been a key partner in the success of Zone01Kisumu. Indeed, our continued partnership will expand to healthcare service delivery based on the success of