Nairobi:Deputy President Kithure Kindiki emphasized the necessity of adopting modern technologies and green solutions as vital components for national development. Speaking at the Fourth Edition of Correctional Service Week 2026, Kindiki highlighted the government’s recognition of technology as a fundamental driver of economic growth, innovation, and improved public service delivery.
According to Kenya News Agency, this year’s theme, ‘Transforming Correctional Services through Technology and Green Solutions,’ aligns with the national development goals. It emphasizes the need to modernize public institutions and pursue sustainable solutions for the country’s challenges. Kindiki outlined the national development priorities, which include agricultural transformation, support for micro, small, and medium enterprises, universal health coverage, affordable housing, and the digital superhighway and creative economy.
Furthermore, Kindiki urged institutions to implement secure, integrated, and data-driven systems, utilizing Artificial Intelligence and data analytics to enhance operational efficiency and improve rehabilitation programs. He stressed the importance of upholding human dignity, protecting personal data, and reinforcing cybersecurity to safeguard critical infrastructure.
The Deputy President called on the State Department for Correctional Services to align its digital initiatives with the National Digital Master Plan 2022-2032, the National e-Commerce Strategy 2023, and the National Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2025-2030, as well as relevant cybersecurity and data-protection frameworks. He praised the State Department’s efforts to reform the correctional system, underscoring the significance of these reforms for national security and justice.
Dr. Salome Beacco, Principal Secretary for Correctional Services, reaffirmed the department’s commitment to transforming correctional institutions, emphasizing the need for cooperation and collaboration among stakeholders to achieve these objectives. Ambassador Ali Mohammed, Kenya’s Special Envoy for Climate Change, noted the potential for technology and sustainability to transform correctional operations and improve rehabilitation.
The event was attended by various stakeholders, including George Murugara, Chairperson of the National Assembly Justice and Legal Affairs Committee, and other notable figures, highlighting the collaborative effort to advance correctional services in Kenya.
