H.E. Prof. Bitange Ndemo

Speaker Bio

Bitange Ndemo is an internationally acclaimed technocrat, academic, and public servant, currently holding the position of . He is a Professor of Entrepreneurship and a prominent expert in ICT policy, with his scholarly pursuits centring on the relationship between entrepreneurship and emerging technologies.

Ndemo has been a driving force behind the development of Kenya’s ICT innovation ecosystem and has significantly contributed to the economic transformation of Africa through digital technologies. His research addresses institutional reforms and explores how technological advancements reduce barriers to market entry in developing nations.

An accomplished author and editor, Ndemo’s publications cover entrepreneurship, policy innovation, and the interplay between regulation, technological change, and inclusive growth. In addition to his academic achievements, he has played a critical role in advancing Kenya’s digital economy, championing initiatives such as open data, broadband expansion, fintech, and the nurturing of the startup landscape.

He has chaired national and regional task forces on artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, and remains a trusted adviser to governments, academic institutions, international bodies, and development partners on matters of technology policy, research-led innovation, and the digital future of Africa