Kenya’s Principal Secretary for ICT and Digital Economy, Eng. John Tanui, has visited WORQ Coworking Space TTDI in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in a bid to gain insights into Malaysia’s Digital Hubs initiative, spearheaded by the Ministry of Digital through the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC).
Eng. Tanui shared his experiences on his LinkedIn page, highlighting the significance of WORQ TTDI as a hub for modern professionals, MSMEs, and startup businesses. “Worq TTDI stands out as a hub for modern professionals, MSMEs and start-up businesses, offering state-of-the-art facilities, flexible workspaces, and a nurturing ecosystem designed to foster innovation and collaboration,” he wrote.
The Malaysia Digital Hubs initiative plays a vital role in supporting digital and tech ecosystems by providing world-class infrastructure and resources to tech startups. This initiative is seen as essential for fostering innovation, attracting investment, and nurturing talent, all of which are crucial for driving the digital economy forward. Eng. Tanui emphasised that “ensuring that good ideas and resulting startups are facilitated is key for a vibrant tech innovation and startup ecosystem, which can play a crucial role in economic transformation, especially in emerging and developing economies.”
Reflecting on his visit, Eng. Tanui expressed that Kenya’s State Department for ICT & Digital Economy was commited to collaborating with stakeholders to support similar initiatives in Kenya. He underscored the importance of creating an environment conducive to innovation and economic growth, noting that Kenya can benefit significantly from adopting similar models.
“The State Department for ICT & Digital Economy is committed to collaborating with stakeholders to support similar initiatives in Kenya, ensuring that the environment is conducive to innovation and economic growth,” he stated.
By Derrick Kafui Deti – Digital Economy Magazine