Women in
Digital Economy, AI, and Smart Cities
Summit
25th March 2026
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The Moment
Kenya stands at a defining moment in its digital transformation journey. Artificial Intelligence, Smart Cities, and digital public infrastructure are reshaping how economies grow, how cities function, and how opportunity is distributed.
Yet progress without inclusion risks deepening inequality.
This Summit exists to ensure that Women are not adjacent to the future,
but actively shaping it.
Women Celebration Awards
Women in the Digital Future – Inspiration Awards celebrate outstanding women leaders who are driving Kenya’s digital, innovation, and creative economy forward.
These awards recognize excellence, impact, and leadership across technology, education, business, sustainability, and the creative sector, while spotlighting women whose work is accelerating inclusive growth and shaping Kenya’s digital future.
NOMINATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED.
Our Partners
| Award Category | Nominaton Criteria |
|---|---|
| Outstanding Woman Leader in ICT | She is a leader or holds a Leadership role in ICT, AI, telecoms, cybersecurity, or digital infrastructure Has demonstrated impact on digital transformation or policy implementation towards digital transfromation. Has had an impactful contribution to gender inclusion and mentorship in tech. Provides an evidence of innovation, scale, or national influence in the program they lead. Demonstrates Cross-sector collaboration (public, private, development); |
| Excellence in Digital Learning & Skills Development (Education sector) | She demonstrates leadership role in a learning institution, TVET, or university. Proven outcomes in digital, STEM, or AI skills development. Inclusion of women, youth, or underserved communities. Industry-aligned curriculum or partnerships Measurable learner outcomes (enrolment, certification, employability |
| Innovation & SME Impact Award | Is a Founder or senior leader of an innovation-led SME or startup. Has led a Technology-driven solution to a real-world problem Demonstrates evidence of market traction or growth. Has led to Job creation or economic empowerment impact Demonstrates sustainable and scalable business model; |
| Creative Economy & Digital Content Leadership Award | Demonstrates Leadership in digital media, film, gaming, animation, fashion tech, or content creation Has shown Commercial, cultural, or social impact. Embraces Innovation in digital platforms for distribution, or monetization; Has demonstrated the empowerment of women creators Embraces Ethical storytelling and positive social influence. |
| Female-Led Business Excellence Award | Woman-owned or woman-led enterprise (minimum 51% leadership control) With Strong financial performance or growth trajectory And Sound governance, compliance, and ethical practices. Demonstrating Employment creation and supply-chain impact And Commitment to inclusion, mentorship, or ESG principles. |
| Women in Green Tech & Smart Cities Award | Demonstrates Leadership in green tech, renewable energy, e-mobility, or smart city solutions With clear Demonstrated environmental or climate impact Embraces Innovation in infrastructure, policy, or service delivery Shows Alignment with Kenya’s green growth agenda And Strong multi-stakeholder partnerships. |
| Emerging Woman Leader of the Digital Future (Youth) | Women Aged 18–35 or within first 5–7 years of leadership Demonstrated early leadership or entrepreneurial success. Demonstrates Innovation, creativity, or community impact. Has Strong growth potential and scalability. And Commitment to mentorship and societal impact. |
| HeForShe Champion Award | This award honors men who actively sponsor, mentor, advocate for, and create enabling environments for women through policy, investment, institutional reform, or workplace culture, thereby contributing meaningfully to inclusive and sustainable digital transformation in Kenya. |