Kenya has been selected to host the 4th Responsible AI in the Military Domain (REAIM) Summit in Nairobi in April 2027. This significant event will bring together global leaders to discuss the ethical use of artificial intelligence in security and defence.

• The summit will focus on the practical implementation of responsible AI, including capacity building and international cooperation.
• Ambassador Philip Thigo, President William Ruto’s Special Envoy on Technology, made the announcement.
• Hosting this summit is expected to strengthen Kenya's position as a hub for technology policy and digital governance.

Nairobi is poised for a significant transformation by 2035, with substantial infrastructure upgrades and population growth reshaping the city's landscape and services.

• The city's population is projected to reach 7.2 million by 2035, demanding significant improvements in housing, jobs, transport, and public services.
• Key projects include the Nairobi Railway City, a 425-acre redevelopment aiming for an integrated public transport system and a mixed-use commercial and residential hub.
• The Kenyan government is spearheading these changes, focusing on smarter mobility, intelligent traffic systems, and the expansion of commercial centers beyond the traditional CBD.
• The Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) will also undergo major upgrades to become a regional aviation and logistics hub.

The procurement process for the proposed Nairobi-Mombasa Expressway has not yet commenced, as the project remains in the transaction advisory stage, delaying government projections for tendering this year.

• The project, estimated to cost approximately Ksh466.8 billion, is still undergoing foundational advisory work.
• The PPP Directorate has classified the highway under preparatory work, including feasibility studies and project development.
• This update contrasts with earlier expectations of rapid progress, with Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir previously indicating the finalization of a PPP assessment report.