Konza City inaendelea vizuri
Konza City inaendelea vizuri
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Ha haa..We jamaa bhana
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Ujenzi wa Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) umeanza.
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Construction of the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) has begun at the Konza Technopolis.
The university will be established under Koran Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) model having being the first and top science and technology university in Korea which emphasizes on specialized training.
According to the project contractor, BOMI Engineering and Construction Consortium, the institution’s signature building is set to be completed by June 2022 in readiness for the planned Presidential ground breaking.
The first batch of students is expected to be admitted in September this year.
While touring the site to assess construction progress on Tuesday, University Education and Research Principal Secretary Amb. Simon Nabukwesi urged the contractor to work with speed and ensure the set timelines are achieved.
PHOTO | KNA
The campus is being constructed on 36 acres piece of land within the Konza Techno City.
KAIST will comprise 10 research science labs working with specialized local and international researchers in science, technology and engineering.
KAIST will develop academic curricula for six initial departments of Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, ICT Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering and Agricultural Biotechnology, which will lay the groundwork for engineering research and education in Kenya.
The Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology will be an institution of strategic national importance as Science, Technology, and Innovation is considered a critical catalyst for fast tracking modernization and transformation of Kenyan society into a middle-income country by 2030.
KAIST is expected to advance Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) courses in institutions of higher learning in the quest to create a large number of specialists to industrialize the economy by 2030 as well as drive economic growth through advanced science and technology.
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Construction of Kenya tech university at Konza City begins
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Construction of the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) has begun at the Konza Technopolis.
The university will be established under Koran Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) model having being the first and top science and technology university in Korea which emphasizes on specialized training.
According to the project contractor, BOMI Engineering and Construction Consortium, the institution’s signature building is set to be completed by June 2022 in readiness for the planned Presidential ground breaking.
The first batch of students is expected to be admitted in September this year.
While touring the site to assess construction progress on Tuesday, University Education and Research Principal Secretary Amb. Simon Nabukwesi urged the contractor to work with speed and ensure the set timelines are achieved.
The campus is being constructed on 36 acres piece of land within the Konza Techno City.
KAIST will comprise 10 research science labs working with specialized local and international researchers in science, technology and engineering.
KAIST will develop academic curricula for six initial departments of Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, ICT Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering and Agricultural Biotechnology, which will lay the groundwork for engineering research and education in Kenya.
The Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology will be an institution of strategic national importance as Science, Technology, and Innovation is considered a critical catalyst for fast tracking modernization and transformation of Kenyan society into a middle-income country by 2030.
KAIST is expected to advance Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) courses in institutions of higher learning in the quest to create a large number of specialists to industrialize the economy by 2030 as well as drive economic growth through advanced science and technology.
Construction of Kenya tech university at Konza City begins
Construction of the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) has begun at the Konza Technopolis
www.kbc.co.ke
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Now the technopolis is starting to shoot, naona relevant infrastructures, the hozrizontal ones ziko tayari..., naona na mimi nikue na investment pale.,Ujenzi wa Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) umeanza.
Construction of Kenya tech university at Konza City begins
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Construction of the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) has begun at the Konza Technopolis.
The university will be established under Koran Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) model having being the first and top science and technology university in Korea which emphasizes on specialized training.
According to the project contractor, BOMI Engineering and Construction Consortium, the institution’s signature building is set to be completed by June 2022 in readiness for the planned Presidential ground breaking.
The first batch of students is expected to be admitted in September this year.
While touring the site to assess construction progress on Tuesday, University Education and Research Principal Secretary Amb. Simon Nabukwesi urged the contractor to work with speed and ensure the set timelines are achieved.
PHOTO | KNA
The campus is being constructed on 36 acres piece of land within the Konza Techno City.
KAIST will comprise 10 research science labs working with specialized local and international researchers in science, technology and engineering.
KAIST will develop academic curricula for six initial departments of Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, ICT Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering and Agricultural Biotechnology, which will lay the groundwork for engineering research and education in Kenya.
The Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology will be an institution of strategic national importance as Science, Technology, and Innovation is considered a critical catalyst for fast tracking modernization and transformation of Kenyan society into a middle-income country by 2030.
KAIST is expected to advance Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) courses in institutions of higher learning in the quest to create a large number of specialists to industrialize the economy by 2030 as well as drive economic growth through advanced science and technology.
Construction of Kenya tech university at Konza City begins
Construction of the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) has begun at the Konza Technopolis
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South Korea grants Kenya Sh685m for Konza tech city
Friday March 18 2022
The South Korea government has given Kenya a grant of $6 million (Sh685.86 million) for the construction of transport infrastructure, planning and security installations at the Konza City project.
By ELIZABETH KIVUVA
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IN SUMMARY
The funds will be disbursed in three equal annual instalments of $2 million (Sh228.62 million), starting in the current fiscal year, and will among other things be used for construction of smart parking facilities, digital signage and electric vehicle infrastructure at the Technopolis.
The assistance programme, known as the Economic Innovation Partnership Program (EIPP), will be implemented by the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) and the Konza Technopolis Development Authority.
This follows the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the South Korea government through its Ministry of Economy and Finance (MOEF) and the Kenyan ICT ministry, covering policy consultation, joint research and expert meetings in the three-year period.
“Under this EIPP, consultation based on Korea’s ICT infrastructure and urban development experience is expected to significantly contribute to formulating a smart city development strategy,” said ICT principal secretary Jerome Ochieng’
“Furthermore, the consultations will result in formulation of strategies that meet Konza Technopolis’ unique conditions and support its growth into an innovation hub for Kenya and the rest of Africa.”
ekivuva@ke.nationmedia.com
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Friday March 18 2022
The South Korea government has given Kenya a grant of $6 million (Sh685.86 million) for the construction of transport infrastructure, planning and security installations at the Konza City project.
By ELIZABETH KIVUVA
More by this Author
IN SUMMARY
- The funds will be disbursed in three equal annual instalments of $2 million (Sh228.62 million), starting in the current fiscal year.
- The assistance programme, known as the Economic Innovation Partnership Program (EIPP), will be implemented by the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) and the Konza Technopolis Development Authority
The funds will be disbursed in three equal annual instalments of $2 million (Sh228.62 million), starting in the current fiscal year, and will among other things be used for construction of smart parking facilities, digital signage and electric vehicle infrastructure at the Technopolis.
The assistance programme, known as the Economic Innovation Partnership Program (EIPP), will be implemented by the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) and the Konza Technopolis Development Authority.
This follows the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the South Korea government through its Ministry of Economy and Finance (MOEF) and the Kenyan ICT ministry, covering policy consultation, joint research and expert meetings in the three-year period.
“Under this EIPP, consultation based on Korea’s ICT infrastructure and urban development experience is expected to significantly contribute to formulating a smart city development strategy,” said ICT principal secretary Jerome Ochieng’
“Furthermore, the consultations will result in formulation of strategies that meet Konza Technopolis’ unique conditions and support its growth into an innovation hub for Kenya and the rest of Africa.”
ekivuva@ke.nationmedia.com
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Konza University to open in June, says PS Nabukwesi
Ongoing construction works at Konza.
Image: FILE
The Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology will admit its first students in June this year, University Education Principal Secretary Simon Nabukwesi has said.
KAIST will be hosted in Konza Technopolis, a key flagship project of Kenya’s Vision 2030 economic development portfolio.
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Konza will be a world-class city, powered by thriving information, communications and technology sector
The institute has been designed after the Korean Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, which promotes technical training for economic growth.
Speaking at this year's Kenya Secondary Schools Heads Conference at Sheikh Zayed Hall in Mombasa, Nabukwesi drew parallels and comparisons from South Korea.
"In 1994, South Korea's economy was lower than Kenya but when they established the science and technology institute, everything changed and they industrialised very fast," Nabukwesi said.
KAIST will also admit students to pursue Masters and PhD degrees. The institute will occupy a 36-acre piece of land.
The campus will comprise 10 research science labs working with specialised local and international researchers in science, technology and engineering.
KAIST is anticipated to boost science, technology, engineering and mathematics in a bid to build human capacity to industrialise the economy by 2030.
Last week, the Cabinet Secretary for ICT Joe Mucheru unveiled the Kenya National Digital Master plan for 2022-32 during the annual connected summit at Diani, Kwale county
The master plan proposes the acceleration of the development of Konza Technopolis to promote cloud services and data management.
At the same time, Nabukwesi encouraged the principals to motivate students to study careers they love.
"Most people in Kenya are doing what they don't like, and we should discourage that," he said.
He also motivated Kenyans to study French, saying that language proficiency opens many doors to international jobs.
"Rwanda beats us in taking up international jobs because they are good in English and French. We too can export labour to the world. There are many jobs in the diaspora that Kenyans can do well," he said
Nabukwesi asked Kenyans interested in diaspora jobs to visit the department of Diaspora Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to get help
www.the-star.co.ke
Ongoing construction works at Konza.
Image: FILE
The Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology will admit its first students in June this year, University Education Principal Secretary Simon Nabukwesi has said.
KAIST will be hosted in Konza Technopolis, a key flagship project of Kenya’s Vision 2030 economic development portfolio.
ADVERTISING
Konza will be a world-class city, powered by thriving information, communications and technology sector
The institute has been designed after the Korean Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, which promotes technical training for economic growth.
Speaking at this year's Kenya Secondary Schools Heads Conference at Sheikh Zayed Hall in Mombasa, Nabukwesi drew parallels and comparisons from South Korea.
"In 1994, South Korea's economy was lower than Kenya but when they established the science and technology institute, everything changed and they industrialised very fast," Nabukwesi said.
KAIST will also admit students to pursue Masters and PhD degrees. The institute will occupy a 36-acre piece of land.
The campus will comprise 10 research science labs working with specialised local and international researchers in science, technology and engineering.
KAIST is anticipated to boost science, technology, engineering and mathematics in a bid to build human capacity to industrialise the economy by 2030.
Last week, the Cabinet Secretary for ICT Joe Mucheru unveiled the Kenya National Digital Master plan for 2022-32 during the annual connected summit at Diani, Kwale county
The master plan proposes the acceleration of the development of Konza Technopolis to promote cloud services and data management.
At the same time, Nabukwesi encouraged the principals to motivate students to study careers they love.
"Most people in Kenya are doing what they don't like, and we should discourage that," he said.
He also motivated Kenyans to study French, saying that language proficiency opens many doors to international jobs.
"Rwanda beats us in taking up international jobs because they are good in English and French. We too can export labour to the world. There are many jobs in the diaspora that Kenyans can do well," he said
Nabukwesi asked Kenyans interested in diaspora jobs to visit the department of Diaspora Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to get help
Konza University to open in June, says PS Nabukwesi
The institute will also admit students to pursue Masters and PhD degrees
www.the-star.co.ke