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September 30, 2026
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New Global Ranking Reveals Kenya's Performance in Innovation

New Global Ranking Reveals Kenya's Performance in Innovation

Kenya has moved up the global innovation rankings, making a notable jump as the country pushes to strengthen its position in the technology and innovation space...

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Kenya has significantly improved its global standing, jumping five places to 97th in the 2026 Global Innovation Index. This marks a substantial leap from its previous 102nd position, underscoring the nation's growing focus on becoming an innovation hub.

  • Kenya now ranks 97th globally out of 139 economies.
  • The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) compiles the index, evaluating factors like research and development, technology, and business activity.
  • The country's advancement is attributed to its strengthened entrepreneurial and technology ecosystem, particularly excelling in utility models (8th globally), venture capital (30th), and ICT services exports (30th).

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