Amreen Kana

Marketer, Learning Consultant, Photographer, Novice Poet and a daughter forever | Tweets are my own

[National Cyber Security Authority @Cybersec_Rwanda]

CYBERHUB LAUNCH IN PICTURES:

The CyberHub is a state of the art technology facility designed to support training and education in cybersecurity and data protection.

#RwandaCyberHubLaunch

[National Cyber Security Authority @Cybersec_Rwanda]

Dima Kandalaft, Senior Director at @Cisco, reaffirmed the company’s support for Rwanda’s digital transformation, highlighting the CyberHub as a key opportunity to grow cybersecurity talent and close skills gaps. She emphasized Cisco’s goal to equip Rwanda and the region with the expertise to succeed in a digital future. #RwandaCyberHubLaunch

[AmCham Kenya @AmChamKE]

The Private Sector Panel on "Unlocking Data-Driven Growth and Innovation in the EAC: Private Sector Perspectives," held during our forum co-hosted with @Microsoftea at #ConnectedAfricaSummit2025, explored how harmonized digital policies could fundamentally transform the region's business landscape.

Panel Highlights:

Sharon Hatego, MSc, Customer Experience Manager, Cisco
Shared how harmonized CBDF regulations can unlock resilient, scalable infrastructure across East Africa, and called for deeper public-private co-design of interoperable digital ecosystems.

Lilian Wambui Njuguna, Africa Transformation Office, @Microsoftea
Framed the recent $1B Microsoft-G42 investment initiative in Kenya as a strategic inflection point. She emphasized that cross-border data frameworks are crucial to unlocking the full value of the new East Africa Cloud Region.

Alex Siboe, Chief Information Officer, Stanbic Bank
Highlighted how regional policy coherence would drive innovation in SME lending, regional banking, and digital services, especially as customers demand seamless financial solutions across borders.

Victor Odada, Head M-PESA Payments, @SafaricomPLC
Explained how fragmented data policies limit telcos’ ability to build scalable, customer-first enterprise products, especially for clients operating in multiple EAC markets.

Kevin Mutiso, Chairman, DFSAK/CEO, Oye
Spoke on the role of data portability and trust in enabling fintechs to serve the informal sector. He emphasized the importance of partnerships, agile policy, and inclusive design in building a cross-border digital finance ecosystem and an effective digital financial services association.

The panel, moderated by Pressy Akinyi, Policy Lead at AmCham, highlighted a key reality: while the private sector is ready to drive digital transformation, unlocking inclusive growth in the EAC depends fundamentally on establishing trusted, harmonized, and enabling data frameworks.

[Connected Africa Summit @CAS2025_]

Day 3 of the Connected Africa Summit 2025 has been nothing short of amazing — and it’s still going strong!
From powerful keynotes to high-energy breakout sessions and engaging showcases, the momentum is unstoppable. @ICTAuthorityKE @dx5ve

[ICT Authority @ICTAuthorityKE]

#ConnectedAfricaSummit2025
#CAS2025
#ICTAuthorityKE

[Connected Africa Summit @CAS2025_]

We held the Connected Africa Summit 2025 Media Briefing at Serena, Nairobi, bringing key stakeholders including Eng. John Tanui, PS ICT & Digital Economy, Stanley Kamanguya, CEO – @ICTAuthorityKE Directors & Sponsors https://t.co/3BwuxwOxzA
#ConnectedAfricaSummit2025 #CAS2025

[Eng. John Kipchumba Tanui,CBS @tanuijohn]

Kenya to Host the Connected Africa Summit 2025 | 26th–29th May at Diani, Kwale County

We welcome delegates from across Africa and the world to Diani for the 14th @CAS2025_ Africa Summit—a key platform for shaping Africa’s digital future!

From its roots as Connected Kenya over 14 years ago, this summit has become a continental movement. This year, we’ll build on the Nairobi Declaration to drive progress and align on actions for Africa’s digital transformation.

What’s in store?
》Enterprises and startups can connect with partners, showcase innovations, and meet customers.
》Governments and regulators will align policies for a more inclusive digital economy.
Global and African multinationals in Kenya will bridge regional growth.
》Kenya is stepping up to lead the continent’s digital transformation. Our innovators, professionals, and enterprises are ready to connect and support Africa’s growth.

Join us to connect, collaborate, and co-create the digital Africa we envision

Today during a media briefing, attended by @ICTAuthorityKE CEO @KamanguyaS, partners Cisco Country Manager @ShainRahim, Connected Summit (Africa) Secretariat Chair Amreen Kana, @HPE Country Manager George Odula, and Mercy Mulumba, Regional Head of Sales, @NiaFiber Africa Limited Fiber Group Limited,Harry Hare Ceo @dx5ve Africa by DX 5 among other partners and sponsors.

#ConnectedAfrica2025 #DigitalTransformation #AfricaInnovation #KenyaDigital #SmartAfrica

[CIO Africa by dx5ve @dx5ve]

“This summit is a bold step in aligning public and private sector innovation with Africa’s digital transformation goals.”
— Powerful words shared at the #CAS2025 press briefing today.
We’re ready to connect, innovate, and lead. Are you?
#CAS2025Connected Africa Summit Tupatane Diani
@ICTAuthorityKE
@dx5ve

[Amreen Kana @1Amreen]

@MombasaTaxis @dx5ve Hello, please share your email address and phone numbers to connect with

[Cisco @Cisco]

Empowering global progress - Cisco EVP and Chief People, Policy & Purpose Officer @FranKatsoudas shares "🔟 Tech Policies to Power the Future" and how Cisco embraces tech for good and encourages civic engagement. https://t.co/y7oEmTZwm1

#UseYourVote

[NITDA Nigeria @NITDANigeria]

WATCH: NITDA AND CISCO SIGN MOU ON COUNTRY DIGITAL ACCELERATION (CDA).

[Global Citizen ⭕ @GlblCtzn]

We’ve all seen the headlines: record temperatures, widening conflicts, growing hunger, and political clashes. @Cisco EVP and Chief People, Policy & Purpose Officer @FranKatsoudas joined us at #GlobalCitizenNOW to share the impact the Cisco Network Academy is having across the world.

[We Are Cisco @WeAreCisco]

"Cisco gives me the flexibility to travel. Here I am at an active volcano in Guatemala, Volcán de Fuego."

Thanks to Cisco's flexibility & time-away benefits, Cisconians like Security Technical Consulting Engineer Lorena bring their best selves to work. 🤝

#WeAreCisco

[NITDA Nigeria @NITDANigeria]

NITDA AND CISCO SIGN MOU ON COUNTRY DIGITAL ACCELERATION (CDA)

Today, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Cisco to advance Nigeria’s digital transformation. Cisco’s Country Digital Acceleration (CDA) Programme is a global initiative that partners with government and private sector leaders to develop sustainable, secure, and inclusive communities powered by ethical and innovative technology solutions.

The partnership aims to unlock the value of digitalisation in Nigeria and drive an inclusive future. The Federal Government will collaborate with Cisco, industry, and academia to accelerate the national digitisation agenda by implementing pilot projects in five key areas:

1. Repurposing NCAIR to create an AI and Cybersecurity Experience and Incubation Center;
2. Establishing a Broadband Innovation Center;
3. Setting up a Smart Agriculture Demo Farm;
4. Designing and deploying Technology Learning Hubs; and
5. Incubating Defense Technology Solutions.

The MOU was signed by the Director-General of NITDA, @KashifuInuwa, and the Senior Director of the @Cisco Country Digital Acceleration Programme, Clayton Naidoo, at NITDA HQ.

This partnership aligns with President @officialABAT 's priority areas of accelerating diversification through digitisation and innovation, strengthening national security for peace and prosperity, and boosting agriculture to achieve food security.

[Prosper Africa @ProsperAfricaUS]

Last Friday in Kenya, we met with @USChamber colleagues & reps from participating AmChams across Africa. We also attended the launch of the Cybersecurity Experience Centre by @Cisco, partner in our Tech for Trade Alliance. #AmChamSummit24

[ICT Authority @ICTAuthorityKE]

This collaborative effort with the ICT Authority and the University of Nairobi aims to bolster Kenya's cyber defence initiatives through skills programs and https://t.co/EBILUwuVTl part of Cisco’s Country Digital Acceleration (CDA) programme.

[Vice-Chancellor @ UoNBI @vcuonbi]

🚀 We as well launched the @Cisco Cyber Security Centre at the Chiromo campus in collaboration with @C4DLab, @MoICTKenya & @ICTAuthorityKE. A special thank you to @FranKatsoudas, Eng. @tanuijohn, @KamanguyaS & Ms. British A. Robinson for gracing this momentous occasion.

[Amreen Kana @1Amreen]

@Cisco @CiscoAfrica @FranKatsoudas

[AmCham Kenya @AmChamKE]

Panel highlight: Accelerating the Silicon Savannah.

The panel delved into the strategies and initiatives propelling its acceleration and dissected the opportunities and challenges inherent in fostering a thriving tech ecosystem.

@USAmbKenya #AMCHAMSummit #FutureOfTrade

[Amreen Kana @1Amreen]

@Cisco @CiscoAfrica

[AmCham Kenya @AmChamKE]

We wish to express our deepest appreciation to our Platinum Sponsors for #AMCHAMSummit24. Their support is instrumental in making this highly anticipated event a success.

#FutureofTrade #AMCHAMSummit

[Amreen Kana @1Amreen]

@abdelazizsaidu

[ICT Authority @ICTAuthorityKE]

Interactions and networking happening at the #ConnectedAfricaSummit2024. Visit the exhibition booths to create partnerships and be part of the conversation on digitising Africa.

@CiscoAfrica @awscloud @DellTechEA