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Originally published by Capital Newstop
August 14, 2026
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Kenya’s AI skills gap: How universities are preparing the next generation
From university classrooms to TVET labs, Kenya is building an AI talent pipeline, but the transition from training to employment remains uneven...
✨ Key Highlights
Kenya is facing an AI skills gap as universities and TVET institutions race to equip graduates for a rapidly evolving job market. While the country aims to become a regional AI hub, its education system is struggling to keep pace with technological advancements and employer demands.
- 64% of African workers, including those in Kenya, used AI in their jobs over the past year, significantly higher than the global average of 54%.
- Universities and TVET institutions are central to Kenya's digital transformation, but face challenges in updating curricula quickly enough.
- Employers report significant investment in additional workplace training, with 73% bridging gaps left by formal education, highlighting a mismatch between academic preparation and industry needs.
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