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According to the government, the digitizing of the services has resulted in improved revenue collection per day from Ksh60 million to between Ksh700 million and Ksh1 Billion. 

The government has announced that it has so far established 1,563 new public Wi-Fi hotspots countrywide.

In a mid-term scorecard report on Thursday, March 13, the government said the public Wi-Fi hotspots have increased digital access for communities, bridging the urban-rural connectivity gap and enhanced opportunities for online learning, e-commerce, and remote work.

The Wi-Fi hotspots have also strengthened access to government e-services, boosted local businesses by providing free internet access for digital transactions, and improved social connectivity and digital inclusion across underserved areas.

The hotspots already deployed include: Kenyatta Market, Githurai Market, Sikhendu Market, Kiminini Market, Diani Market, Masii Market, and Wakulima Market.

The government noted that the Kenya Wildlife Service Initiatives and Karibu Connect's Welcome Community Wi-Fi are supported by Starlink.

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File image of ICT CS William Kabogo. 

The Government also announced it has triggered the review of the National Government CDF Act, allowing for constituencies to establish digital hubs with 282 hubs already set up countrywide.

The state pointed out that existing government buildings are being used to set up the digital hubs.

At the same time, the government disclosed that it has increased the number of digitized Government Services from 350 to 20,985, representing a 5,896% increase from 350.

The government services have been integrated with the eCitizen and mobile platforms for seamless service access.

According to the government, the digitizing of the services has resulted in improved revenue collection per day from Ksh60 million to between Ksh700 million and Ksh1 Billion, improved efficiency, and convenience in accessing government services, and reduced bureaucracy and corruption through transparent digital processes.

Further, the state said the construction of Fiber Optic Connectivity has increased from 8,900 Kilometers in 2022 to 13,590 kilometers in 2025.

The government pointed out that the implementation model has changed from digging tunnels to reliance on Kenya Power lines.

Additionally, the government said the number of youths employed through Ajira, Jitume, and other Programmes has increased from 41,382 in 2022 to 182,568 in 2025.