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AI in Health, Kenya Convergence 2026
2026-02-27 | Nairobi Kenya
The AI in Health, Kenya Convergence 2026 brought together 155 participants from across Kenya, East Africa, and international partners to establish a collaborative foundation for scaling and governing artificial intelligence in Kenya’s health sector. The convergence marked a pivotal moment in Kenya’s digital health evolution, shifting from fragmented AI pilots toward a coordinated, ethical, and interoperable national AI ecosystem.
The event, convened by HELINA in partnership with the Kenya Medical Association (KMA), emphasized collaboration across government, academia, private innovators, and development partners to align on governance frameworks, data standards and community-driven implementation.

150+

Participants

9

Countries represented

80+

Organizations represented

Sectors Represented

Government – Ministry of Health, Digital Health Agency, County Governments
Academia – University of Nairobi, Moi University, JKUAT, Strathmore, AMREF International University
Health Institutions – Kenyatta National Hospital, Aga Khan University Hospital
Private Sector – Safaricom, IntelliSOFT, Smart Applications, Jacaranda Health, HealthX Africa
NGOs and Development Partners – PharmAccess, PATH, AMREF, Palladium
Funders – Science for Africa Foundation, Equity Group Foundation

Key outcomes

Launch of AI in Health, Kenya Community of Practice with four thematic working groups (Ethics & Equity, Governance & Policy, Technical & Interoperability, Operational & Implementation)
Introduction of the ALIVE Framework (Adaptive, Locally-grounded, Inclusive, Vigilant, Equitable) for continuous ethical oversight of AI in healthcare
Commitment to develop national AI health resources including a casebook of use cases, evaluation benchmarks, and governance white paper
Recognition of the Digital Health Act (2023) as legal foundation for AI governance and interoperability
Consensus on core principles including local validation of AI tools, data sovereignty, continuous ethical oversight, and addressing “pilotitis”

Featured resources

Press Release
Blog: Beyond the Hype – Kenya’s Full-STAC Strategy
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2025-08-28 08:00 - 2025-08-29 17:00 UTC
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2025-07-12 00:00 - 2025-08-12 00:00 | Online and Self-Paced
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Digital Health Leadership Forum
2025-01-01 09:00 - 16:30 | IntelliSOFT Consulting LTD, One Padmore Place, 1st Floor George Padmore Road, Nairobi, Nairobi, 00100, Kenya
The Digital Health Leadership Forum brings together top-tier executives, policymakers, and healthcare professionals to discuss the strategic challenges and opportunities in the digital health landscape. Explore the latest trends, best practices, and innovative solutions shaping the future of healthcare delivery.
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Interoperability and data standards
Cybersecurity and data privacy
Telehealth and remote patient monitoring
Digital health transformation strategies

Navigating the Digital Health Landscape: A Deep Dive into AI and Precision Medicine
2024-12-02 08:00 - 2024-12-06 17:00 | IntelliSOFT Consulting LTD, One Padmore Place, 1st Floor George Padmore Road, Nairobi, Nairobi, 00100, Kenya
Join us for a transformative event exploring the intersection of artificial intelligence and precision medicine in healthcare. This one-day conference will bring together leading experts, researchers, and industry professionals to discuss the latest advancements and challenges in digital health.
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AI-powered diagnostics and treatment
Ethical considerations in AI and healthcare
Data privacy and security in the digital age
Implementing digital health solutions in resource-constrained settings
The future of telemedicine and remote patient monitoring

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Healthcare providers
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Keynote speeches from renowned experts
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AI for Healthcare Innovation Summit
2024-11-02 08:00 - 17:00 | IntelliSOFT Consulting LTD, One Padmore Place, 1st Floor George Padmore Road, Nairobi, Nairobi, 00100, Kenya
Join us for a groundbreaking summit exploring the transformative power of AI in healthcare. This event will delve into the latest advancements in AI-driven solutions, from drug discovery to personalized medicine. Network with industry leaders, researchers, and clinicians to discuss the future of healthcare.
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AI-powered diagnostics and imaging
Ethical considerations in AI and healthcare
Natural language processing in healthcare
Machine learning for predictive analytics
