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By Cantona Joseph April 02, 2026 17:08 (EAT)

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The government has thrown its full weight behind the candidacy of Njoki Ndungu for the position of judge at the International Criminal Court.

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has confirmed a coordinated diplomatic push to secure her election at the Hague-based court.

Speaking after hosting Chief Justice Martha Koome and Justice Ndungu at his Railways office in Nairobi, Mudavadi said the Judiciary and the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs had begun strategising on how to market Kenya’s candidate on the global stage.

“I assured the Judiciary that the candidacy has the tacit backing of President William Ruto and that the Cabinet had endorsed it,” said Mudavadi, who also serves as the Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs.

The position is highly competitive, with the Assembly of States Parties to the ICC expected to elect six new judges during its 25th session scheduled for December 7 to 17, 2026, in New York.

By the end of March, at least 15 candidates had expressed interest in the six slots, eight of them from Africa, with the application deadline set for April 12.

Mudavadi said the government had already established a framework for a robust international campaign aimed at ensuring Justice Ndungu emerges victorious in the December vote.

“We want to run a robust campaign that will ensure victory for our candidate. We will reach out to everyone who will have a vote,” he said.

He added that a multi-agency committee bringing together the Judiciary, the Foreign Affairs Ministry and other stakeholders would spearhead a coordinated campaign to rally support among member states.

The Prime Cabinet Secretary further praised Kenya’s Judiciary, noting that it has earned global respect for its independence and jurisprudence.

“The Kenyan Judiciary is admired across the world, and we believe Justice Ndungu represents the very best of that tradition,” he said.

Mudavadi also called for national unity in support of the bid, urging Kenyans to avoid political divisions that could undermine the country’s chances.

“This is not the time to play political games. Let us not shoot ourselves in the foot by besmirching our candidate out there; we should speak positively about her across the world,” he said.

Koome echoed the sentiments, describing Ndungu as one of Kenya’s finest legal minds and urging the government to leverage its diplomatic networks to secure victory.

“Kenya is offering one of the best of its judges. All we request is support from everyone who can contribute to this campaign,” Koome said.

She added that Kenya has previously contributed to the development of international jurisprudence, including through its past engagements with the ICC.

On her part, Ndungu expressed confidence in her candidacy, pledging to represent Kenya with distinction if elected.

“I will ensure Kenya is well represented in the international arena. My victory will be that of Kenyans,” she said. “It is our responsibility to market our country globally through such opportunities.”

The meeting was also attended by senior diplomats, including Ambassador Halima Yussuf Mucheke of Kenya’s embassy in the Netherlands, Ambassador Galma Boru to Ethiopia, and Ambassador Yabesh Monari, Deputy Permanent Representative at Kenya’s mission to the United Nations in New York.  

Wamatangi launches Kazi na Boda, Saccos to get up to Sh2m

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Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi has started an empowerment programme targeting bodaboda riders across the county.

Under the programme dubbed “Kazi na Boda,” riders who have formed Saccos will each benefit from Sh2 million to boost their savings base, enhance loan facilities available to members, and support the establishment of income-generating activities.

Speaking in Gatundu on Thursday while issuing cheques to bodaboda Saccos from Ndarugu, Kiganjo, Kiamwangi, and Ngenda wards in Gatundu South Sub-County, Wamatangi said his administration plans to ensure that riders become self-reliant.

“Today, we have issued cheques to boda boda Saccos in Ndarugu, Kiganjo, Kiamwangi, and Ngenda wards, through the county’s Kazi na Boda programme to boost savings, expand loans, and support income-generating activities for riders. The programme is being implemented across all 60 wards and will see each Sacco receive up to Sh2 million depending on their respective membership,” said the governor.

He noted that the support will enable members to access bigger and more affordable loans for economic development, including purchasing their own motorcycles.

The governor added that the programme will also help riders avoid predatory borrowing from expensive online lenders that often trap many people in cycles of debt and poverty.

Under the initiative, each ward will receive Sh1 million to support registered bodaboda groups in the current financial year and another Sh1 million next year.

Bodaboda riders in Kiambu, when Governor Kimani Wamatangi issued cheques to bodaboda Saccos from Ndarugu, Kiganjo, Kiamwangi, and Ngenda wards in Gatundu South Sub-County

The programme will be rolled out across all wards in the county to ensure riders everywhere benefit.

“The bodaboda sector continues to provide thousands of young people with a reliable source of livelihood and an opportunity to participate meaningfully in the local economy. That is why we are supporting them,” said Wamatangi.

He said the support is being provided through targeted initiatives and structured programmes to ensure that those who benefit are registered in Saccos.

The governor noted that in 2024, his administration piloted the programme with Kimwi Boda Boda Sacco in Githurai, where the Sacco received Sh1 million to undertake various economic activities, including savings and credit services.

“The progress of Kimwi Sacco has been very impressive. When we started supporting them, they had an asset base of Sh9.9 million. By the end of December 2025, they had grown their asset base to Sh12.3 million, with savings standing at Sh1.78 million and loans issued to members amounting to Sh1.24 million,” Wamatangi noted.

“Through this support, we envision that boda boda transport cooperatives will strengthen their savings and credit activities, also known as table banking.”

Bodaboda riders in Kiambu, when Governor Kimani Wamatangi issued cheques to bodaboda Saccos from Ndarugu, Kiganjo, Kiamwangi, and Ngenda wards in Gatundu South Sub-County

Ogamba dismisses circular on non-payment of examiners as fake

“This is fake information intended to mislead the public and should be treated with the utmost contempt.”

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The Ministry of Education has dismissed as fake a letter purporting to inform teachers contracted to supervise and mark national examinations and assessments that they are not entitled to separate compensation distinct from their monthly pay.

The letter claimed that invigilation, supervision and marking of student work are an integral part of teachers’ professional duties and responsibilities, already covered under their remuneration.

As such, it stated that “separate payment for these examination-related duties is not a requirement”, arguing that the work is “an extension of professional service” which teachers are expected to undertake as part of their commitment to the education system and their students.

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba asked teachers to disregard the statement, terming it false and misleading.

“This is fake information intended to mislead the public and should be treated with the utmost contempt,” he said.

The statement surfaced at a time when teachers contracted to administer and mark the 2025 KCSE examinations, as well as KPSEA and KJSEA assessments, have intensified demands for payment.

The concerns were further inflamed by another fake communication circulated on Monday and attributed to Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) chief executive officer David Njengere, which claimed the council was prioritising staff salaries and loan obligations with the limited funds available.

Njengere acknowledged that the council owes examiners but dismissed the letter as misleading, citing a February 12 communication from Ogamba indicating that the ministry was working with the National Treasury to settle the outstanding allowances owed to teachers and other professionals contracted to oversee the exams.

“The delays in disbursement of allowances have arisen from budgetary and cash flow constraints currently affecting the release of funds. We wish to assure all affected professionals that payment remains a priority,” Ogamba said.

KNEC contracted more than 32,000 examiners and 22,247 security officers for the 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations.

The exercise also involved 10,765 centre managers, 12,126 supervisors and 54,782 invigilators.

For the Primary and Junior School assessments (KPSEA/KJSEA), the management team was larger, comprising 24,213 centre managers, 26,479 supervisors and 125,492 invigilators.

The council also engaged 2,692 drivers to support logistics, mainly ferrying security personnel and examination materials to insecure and hard-to-reach areas.

A total of 32,558 examiners were engaged to mark the KCSE examinations. KNEC was allocated Sh5.9 billion in the 2025–26 budget for the administration of the 2025 national examinations.

“The ministry, in collaboration with the National Treasury, is actively working to resolve the matter and expedite the release of the requisite funds within the shortest time possible,” Ogamba said in the February communication.

“Moving forward, we commit to safeguard timely payment to our contracted professionals. Further updates will be communicated as appropriate,” he added.

State announces crackdown on Sacco boards over lavish trips

“We want trips made by Sacco boards audited to assess their true importance.”

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The government has announced a sweeping crackdown on Sacco boards accused of misusing members’ savings through lavish international trips and manipulation of financial statements.

Speaking during the Harambee Sacco Annual Delegates Meeting (ADM) in Nairobi, Cooperatives Principal Secretary Kiburi Kilemi further revealed that legislative and policy reform proposals are already before the ministry and Parliament to tighten oversight of Sacco leadership.

In a candid assessment, Kilemi criticised boards that have allegedly turned member deposits into personal benefits, particularly through excessive and unjustified foreign travel.

“We want trips made by Sacco boards audited to assess their true importance,” he said. “There are societies taking advantage of members’ deposits to enrich themselves.”

He pointed to a growing trend where some Saccos enter questionable arrangements with tour and travel companies, resulting in frequent “benchmarking” trips abroad that offer little value to members.

Instead, the Ministry is advocating for local peer-to-peer learning, urging Sacco leaders to benchmark within the country by studying well-performing institutions such as Harambee Sacco.

Kilemi, who was accompanied by Commissioner for Cooperatives David Obonyo, also warned against the practice of inflating financial results to declare attractive but ultimately unsustainable dividends.

He described the practice as a “recipe for disaster” that could destabilise the sector if left unchecked.

To address this, the government has directed top-tier Saccos to engage reputable, high-level auditing firms with international operations to enhance transparency and accountability in financial reporting.

The crackdown will also target what the government termed as “over-borrowing,” with some Saccos reportedly taking on excessive debt to meet member demands they cannot realistically sustain.

Despite the cautionary tone directed at the wider Sacco movement, Harambee Sacco reported strong financial performance during the same event, signaling resilience amid a challenging economic environment.

Chairman Macloud Malonza announced that the Sacco’s asset base had grown significantly to Sh42.2 billion, up from Sh37 billion the previous year. Revenue rose by Sh1 billion to Sh7 billion, while membership increased by 7,000 new members over the past year.

The Sacco will pay out Sh2.8 billion to its members, translating to a dividend rate of 9.1 per cent, slightly higher than the 9 per cent issued in the previous financial year.

Looking ahead, the government is also seeking to influence how Saccos price their credit products.

Kilemi announced that the Ministry will launch an awards programme in October to recognise institutions that prioritise member welfare by offering loans at single-digit or otherwise affordable interest rates.

The initiative is intended to encourage prudent financial management and reduce the debt burden on Kenyan households, steering Saccos away from aggressive, commercial-style lending practices that have raised concerns in recent years.

Health Ministry issues Easter travel safety alert

Kenyans advised to observe road safety, hygiene, and caution during Easter travel

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The Ministry of Health has called on Kenyans to prioritise their safety and well-being during the upcoming Easter period.

The ministry warned that increased travel, public gatherings and social activities could expose citizens to preventable health risks.

In a public advisory, Public Health and Professional Standards Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni urged members of the public to take precautionary measures to safeguard their health and that of their families.

“The Easter period is a time when many Kenyans travel and gather socially. We are urging everyone to remain vigilant and adopt simple but effective measures to stay safe,” Muthoni said.

On travel safety, the PS emphasised the importance of planning journeys and avoiding fatigue while on the road.

She urged motorists to strictly observe traffic rules, avoid speeding, and ensure all passengers wear seatbelts.

“Do not drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Your safety and that of others on the road depend on responsible behaviour,” she cautioned.

The Ministry also raised concern over food safety and hygiene, noting that cases of foodborne illnesses often rise during festive periods.

Kenyans were advised to consume freshly prepared and well-cooked meals, wash their hands regularly with soap and safe water, and avoid food sold in unhygienic environments.

“Proper food handling and hygiene practices are critical in preventing illness. Always ensure food is stored safely to avoid contamination,” Muthoni said.

On the prevention of communicable diseases, the PS called for heightened personal hygiene, including regular handwashing and avoiding the sharing of personal items.

She further urged Kenyans to seek immediate medical attention if they experience symptoms such as fever, diarrhoea or persistent cough.

“Early treatment not only protects you but also prevents the spread of disease to others,” she added.

The Ministry also highlighted the importance of safe water use, particularly in flood-prone areas, advising the public to drink treated or boiled water and avoid potentially contaminated sources.

As Kenyans prepare to mark the holiday, Muthoni encouraged responsible celebrations, warning against excessive alcohol consumption and urging vigilance in crowded places.

“Ensure the safety of children and vulnerable persons at all times, especially in busy public spaces,” she said.

She further underscored the need for emergency preparedness, urging citizens to keep emergency contacts readily available and seek immediate help from the nearest health facility in case of an incident.

For emergencies, the Ministry advised the public to contact local services or use designated helplines, including 719, 0729 471 414, and 0732 353 535.

The Ministry reiterated its commitment to protecting public health and called on all Kenyans to play their part by observing safety guidelines.

Over 1,800 killed since junta seized power in Burkina Faso, rights group says

HRW says about 1,837 civilians were killed in 57 incidents between January 2023 and August 2025.

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More than 1,800 civilians have been killed in Burkina Faso since Ibrahim Traoré seized power three years ago in acts amounting to “war crimes and crimes against humanity”, a new report says.

Human Rights Watch (HRW) says about 1,837 civilians, including dozens of children, were killed in 57 incidents between January 2023 and August 2025.

It attributes most of the killings – 1,255 – to the military and allied militias, with the rest blamed on Islamist militants.

HRW finds President Traoré and six senior military commanders “may be liable as a matter of command responsibility for grave abuses and should be investigated”. It also says five jihadist leaders may be culpable.

The BBC has asked the Burkinabé authorities to comment on the report. They have dismissed previous accusations that their forces have killed civilians.

One of the reasons the military gave for seizing power was to tackle the jihadist groups linked to al-Qaeda who have been waging an insurgency in Burkina Faso and neighbouring countries for over a decade and control huge parts of the country.

The report is based on analysis of open-source information, including photos, videos and satellite imagery, and interviews with witnesses and survivors.

“All sides are responsible for the war crimes of willful killing, attacks on civilians and civilian objects, pillage and looting, and forced displacement,” the report says.

It accuses the junta of committing “horrific abuses” and failing to hold perpetrators to account while blocking reporting to hide the suffering of civilians caught in the violence.

“The scale of atrocities taking place in Burkina Faso is mind-boggling, as is the lack of global attention to this crisis,” says Philippe Bolopion, HRW’s executive director.

The report cites one of the deadliest incidents in December 2023 in which it says the military and allied militias killed more than 400 civilians in the northern town of Djibo.

A 35-year-old woman told the rights group that her two daughters died on the spot and bullets injured her and her nine-month-old son.

“Make sure no-one is breathing before heading out,” she recounted a militia member as saying.

Survivors described the killings as brutal and said they continue to suffer deep psychological trauma.

“Many survivors described the killings as ‘butchery’ and said they were left with deep psychological wounds,” the report notes.

The militias allied with the military are the so-called Volunteers for the Defence of the Fatherland (VDP) – civilians recruited by the junta to support the army’s fight against jihadist groups.

The junta has been accused of forcing critics to join the group to punish them.

Traoré has previously defended conscription, saying that “individual freedoms [are] not superior to national freedom” and that “a nation is not built on indiscipline and disorder”.

Since the military government seized power, authorities have been accused of carrying out brutal campaigns increasingly targeting civilians in response to attacks by al-Qaeda affiliate JNIM, the biggest jihadist group in the country.

Civilians described to HRW a feeling of being “caught between a rock and a hard place”, threatened with death by JNIM while also being targeted by government forces.

The rights group says JNIM has used widespread threats and violence to dominate and punish communities and has targeted civilians refusing to submit to its authority, whom it accuses of supporting the government.

In August 2024, JNIM attackers “shot dead at least 133 people and injured more than 200 in fewer than two hours”, it says.

HRW is now urging the International Criminal Court to open a preliminary investigation into the alleged crimes committed by all the parties since September 2022.

It has also called on Burkina Faso’s partners and donors to impose sanctions and to refrain from cooperating with the country’s army.

Traoré seized power in September 2022 after overthrowing Paul-Henri Sandaogo Damiba, who had taken over only nine months earlier.

Despite his authoritarian reputation, 37-year-old Traoré has gained a huge following across the continent for his pan-Africanist vision and criticism of Western influence.

Burkina Faso, like its neighbours Mali and Niger which are also under military rule, has moved away from working with Western countries, especially France, in its fight against the Islamist groups. All three have instead turned towards Russia for military assistance, however the violence has continued unabated.

South Africa’s sharp fuel price hike strains households, businesses amid global energy shock

South Africa on Tuesday announced steep increases in regulated fuel prices, taking effect from Wednesday

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South Africa on Tuesday announced steep increases in regulated fuel prices, taking effect from Wednesday, marking some of the sharpest monthly adjustments in recent history.

According to the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR), petrol prices will increase by 3.06 rand (about 0.18 U.S. dollar) per liter, while diesel will rise by between 7.37 rand and 7.51 rand per liter.

Meanwhile, illuminating paraffin, a critical energy source for low-income households, will face an even larger adjustment of 11.67 rand.

The price rises come amid turbulence in global oil markets, triggered by ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and disruptions to supply routes.

Depreciation of the South African rand against the U.S. dollar has further pushed up import costs, compounding the impact of the country’s heavy reliance on imported refined fuels following the shutdown of several major domestic refineries.

Local media earlier reported that motorists across the country, particularly in parts of the Western Cape and Eastern Cape, had already engaged in panic buying ahead of the price increase.

More than 100 petrol stations nationwide were reported to have run dry as drivers rushed to fill up before midnight. Some service stations began limiting sales per vehicle to roughly 30 to 35 liters to manage supply.

Acknowledging that motorists may experience temporary pressure at the pumps, Henry van der Merwe, chairperson of the South African Petroleum Retailers Association, said: “We are aware of increasing reports of queues and some sites running low on fuel, particularly diesel. It is important to stress that this is not due to a shortage of product in the country, but rather a short-term strain on distribution caused by a surge in demand as consumers rush to fill up ahead of the increase.”

To cushion consumers from sharp increases, authorities introduced a temporary three rand-per-liter reduction in the general fuel levy from April 1 to May 5, a move expected to provide short-term relief to motorists and businesses.

Speaking on the one-month fuel levy cut, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana told local media that “what the government can do is to mitigate the effects for a specific period,” describing the fuel price hikes as “a shock and a blow to the economy.”

For ordinary consumers, the price jump translates into higher living costs, with transportation, goods prices and service costs likely to follow suit. While the temporary levy cut eases the immediate burden, socio-economic stress points persist, given limited household budgets and broader cost-of-living pressures.

The South African National Taxi Council warned of significant pressure on both taxi operators and commuters due to the rising fuel prices.

“We understand the conditions that commuters are under, as they already spend a lot on transportation costs. The increases will be communicated, and they will not be that much, as we do not want to chase away our commuters,” Rebecca Phala, the council’s spokesperson, told Xinhua.

Sharing a similar view, South African political analyst Sandile Swana warned that fuel price hikes would hit consumers hard, adding that fares for buses and minibus taxis are likely to rise, affecting millions who rely on them.

For the agricultural sector, local agricultural organizations AgriSA and Agbiz welcomed the government’s temporary reduction of the general fuel levy, calling it “timely relief” for both producers and consumers, while urging additional measures to protect the country’s food system.

“Fuel is a core input across the entire value chain, supporting on-farm production, irrigation, harvesting, processing and logistics. The relief measure will therefore help to ease immediate cost pressures and could play an important role in buffering against further food price inflation in the short term,” they said.

Most commercial farms store diesel in on-site tanks because nearly all farm operations — from tractors to processing equipment — depend on diesel, Swana said, adding that fuel rationing could disrupt large parts of the agricultural value chain.

In South Africa, petrol prices are fully regulated by the government, with monthly retail prices set by the DMPR based on international oil prices, the rand-U.S. dollar exchange rate and domestic taxes and margins. Petrol prices are therefore uniform within the same pricing zones nationwide and include levies such as the general fuel levy and the Road Accident Fund levy.

However, diesel prices are only partially regulated. While the government publishes a monthly wholesale benchmark price, retail diesel prices are not fixed and may vary between service stations.

Diesel is also exempt from the Road Accident Fund levy and qualifies for rebates for sectors such as agriculture and freight transport, reflecting its key role in production and logistics. Therefore, movements in diesel prices tend to have broader implications for transport costs, food prices and inflation across the economy.

Noting that South Africa’s strategic fuel reserves are now estimated to cover only about two weeks, Swana warned that the situation poses serious risks, requires urgent attention, and is a major concern for the country’s energy security. 

Sarah the robot steals show at Safaricom Decode 4.0 summit

Sarah is set to play a role in Safaricom’s planned innovation hub, where AI solutions will be tested and deployed across sectors.

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There was a moment of pause, then laughter and applause, as Sarah the robot waved back at a curious crowd at Safaricom’s Decode 4.0 summit in Nairobi, dancing, responding, and turning heads in a way few tech exhibits could.

In a space filled with engineers and innovators, it was the humanoid robot that drew the biggest crowds, offering a glimpse into a future where machines are not just tools, but interactive companions.

Developed by Huawei Kenya in collaboration with Safaricom, Sarah is part of a broader push to explore the role of artificial intelligence and robotics in Africa’s digital transformation.

According to Huawei Kenya’s Solution Director Alan Ren, the robot represents an early step in adapting advanced robotics already in use in China to the Kenyan market.

“Sarah is a small innovation we are developing with Safaricom. We’re leveraging experience from China to train her here and explore practical use cases,” he said.

At the summit, Sarah demonstrated a range of capabilities from dancing and waving to performing basic interactions, signalling what is to come.

The next phase will see the robot powered by large language models, enabling real-time conversations and more dynamic engagement with users.

“Soon, you’ll be able to say ‘Hi Sarah’ and have a conversation. She will respond in real time while also performing actions,” Ren explained.

Sarah is set to play a role in Safaricom’s planned innovation hub, where artificial intelligence solutions will be tested and deployed across sectors.

Beyond the exhibition floor, developers are already exploring how such robots could be used in industries like mining, port operations, and delivery services areas, where automation could improve safety and efficiency.

Despite the excitement, Ren was quick to dismiss fears that robots could replace human workers.

He noted that while AI can automate tasks, it cannot replicate human creativity or original thinking.

“Robots are designed to execute tasks created by humans. They cannot generate ideas that change the world,” he said.

Building Sarah, however, has not been without challenges. While AI systems are increasingly mature, creating a robot that moves and behaves like a human remains complex.

Engineers had to focus on the robot’s physical structure its joints, balance, and motion to achieve smoother, more natural interactions.

Safety and regulation also remain key considerations.

Alan pointed out that in China, strict rules govern who can own and operate such robots, suggesting that similar frameworks may be necessary in Kenya as the technology evolves.

Looking ahead, he predicts that robots will increasingly take on high-risk tasks in sectors where human safety is a concern.

“In the next five years, many dangerous jobs may be handled by robots. The pace of change will be faster than what we’ve seen before,” he said.

For now, though, Sarah’s biggest job may simply be winning people over and at Decode 4.0, she did just that.

For many young attendees at Safaricom’s Decode 4.0, the real magic was not only with the robot but also it was unfolding layer by layer on a small machine quietly building objects from scratch.

Crowds gathered, some watching for minutes, others lingering far longer, as a 3D printer turned digital ideas into physical products in real time.

At the centre of this fascination was Dennis Poriot, a product designer at Beyond 3D Africa, who spent three days introducing young people to the possibilities of 3D printing.

“What we do is help people make things,” Poriot said.

“We offer custom product design and 3D printing services, showing that anyone can take an idea and turn it into a real product.”

Through live demonstrations, Poriot and his team walked participants through the entire process from conceptualising an idea to designing and finally printing it.

The goal, he explained, was to demystify a technology many had only encountered in movies or online.

“Most people think 3D printing is something far off, but we’ve shown them it’s here and accessible. You don’t even need to own a printer. You can work with people like us to bring your ideas to life,” he said.

The reactions from attendees were immediate and striking. Many stood transfixed, watching the printer in motion as it gradually built objects.

“Watching a 3D printer for the first time is almost mesmerising,” Poriot noted.

“You see people just staring at it, saying they could stay there for hours.”

Beyond the spectacle, however, was a deeper message about innovation and problem-solving.

Poriot emphasised that 3D printing is not just a novelty, but a practical tool that can be used to create solutions, whether for business, personal use, or fixing everyday problems.

Events like Decode 4.0, he added, play a critical role in exposing young people to such opportunities. By bringing together industry players, students, and innovators, the platform helps bridge the gap between curiosity and real-world application.

“It’s important to engage young people in what’s happening in the tech space. We’ve seen university students, and even high school students, coming in. It shows them there are things they can do and opportunities they can explore.”

As Kenya continues to position itself as a growing hub for technology and innovation, the excitement around tools like 3D printing signals a shift from passive consumption of technology to active creation.

For many at Decode 4.0, that journey may have started with simply watching a machine at work, but it could lead much further.