• During his visit, Deputy President Kindiki stated that The Swahili Pot ICT Hub is among many ICT hubs being set up across the nation. The government aims to establish 1,450 ICT hubs throughout the country to offer youth digital job opportunities in areas like innovation, content creation, business process outsourcing, and enterprise development.

On Tuesday, January 7, 2025, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki accompanied by several notable figures, including Cabinet Secretary for Mining, Maritime Affairs, and the Blue Economy, Ali Hassan Joho, and various Principal Secretaries made a visit to the Swahili Pot ICT Hub in Mvita, Mombasa County.

During his visit, the Deputy President spoke of the Government's dedication to empowering youth and fostering innovation and emphasized on the significant impact technology can have on empowering young people and enhancing Kenya’s economic growth.

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki with other stakeholders at the Swahili Pot ICT Hub. (Photo/Courtesy: X)

“The government is steadfast in its mission to cultivate an environment where young people can flourish through digital innovation. These ICT hubs are not merely workspaces; they are platforms for growth and opportunity,” Kindiki stated. “We are equipping our youth with the necessary tools to succeed, whether by launching their own businesses or exploring new employment avenues.”

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The ICT hub, operated by the St. Paul's Hospital Foundation (SPH Foundation), a Community-Based Organization (CBO), receives support from prominent partners such as the National Museums of Kenya and the State Department for ICT. It is part of a broader government initiative designed to provide young Kenyans with access to digital job opportunities and equip them with essential skills for success in the digital economy.


During his visit, Deputy President Kindiki stated that The Swahili Pot ICT Hub is among many ICT hubs being set up across the nation. The government aims to establish 1,450 ICT hubs throughout the country to offer youth digital job opportunities in areas like innovation, content creation, business process outsourcing, and enterprise development.

These hubs are integral to the government's comprehensive strategy to tackle youth unemployment by providing access to technology and training that promote self-reliance and entrepreneurship.