Italy has formalized a strengthened trade and technology partnership with Kenya at the inaugural AI Everything Kenya x GITEX Kenya summit in Nairobi, highlighting Kenya's burgeoning role as an African tech hub.

• Italy's Ambassador to Kenya, Vincenzo Del Monaco, emphasized Kenya's role as a critical innovation hub under its Vision 2030 strategy.
• The Italian National Pavilion, coordinated by the Italian Trade Agency (ITA), showcased six innovative Italian startups and SMEs presenting solutions in digital technology and AI.
• Harmonic Innovation Group announced a €50 million investment plan targeting African startups in food systems and climate technology, including the establishment of the first Italian incubator in Africa for climate innovation.