Data Think Tank Initiative Symposium Report

Discover insights from the recent Data Think Tank Initiative symposium, where stakeholders convened to address challenges in digital data management for agricultural transformation. Held in Nairobi on January 20, 2023, the symposium focused on Flagship #8 of the Kenya Agricultural Sector Transformation and Growth Strategy, aiming to establish a secure digital think tank for the Kenya Unified Agricultural Data Platform.

Stakeholders identified and discussed challenges, proposing solutions such as incentivizing data providers, enhancing infrastructure, and fostering technology utilization. The symposium highlighted the importance of strengthening research and innovation, improving data accessibility, and generating demand for high-quality analyses. For a detailed report on strategies and recommendations, download the full Symposium Report