Nairobi has been recognized as a leading Artificial Intelligence hub in Africa, securing the 4th position in the Counterpoint Research 2026 Africa AI Cities Index. The report highlights the city's progress in AI adoption and development.

• Nairobi is ranked 4th, behind Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Lagos.
• The ranking is attributed to Nairobi's regulatory initiatives and its Silicon Savannah AI cluster, supported by the Kenyan government's proactive national AI policies.
• Despite strong policy and startup activity, Nairobi faces competition and needs to prioritize improving energy infrastructure and communication networks, particularly 5G penetration, to climb higher.