Bitange Ndemo

Elijah Bitange Ndemo (born 4 December 1959) is a Kenyan professor, diplomat, entrepreneur, and columnist. He serves as Kenya's Ambassador to Belgium and the European Union. He previously served as the Permanent Secretary in Kenya's Ministry of Information and Communication (2005–2013), where he played a key role in the development of Kenya's ICT sector, including the Kenya Open Data Initiative and the expansion of undersea fibre-optic connectivity. He is also a Professor of Entrepreneurship at the University of Nairobi. Quotes "We need to build a data culture. We've refused to build analytical capability." Predictive analytics presents opportunities for risk-taking in Africa, FinMark Trust (26 September 2018). Bitange Ndemo discussing data culture, predictive analytics and innovation in Africa. "The biggest task is not to block innovation and give excuses, but to learn how to live with it." Bid to regulate Internet waste of time, Ndemo says on Netflix, Capital FM Kenya (22 January 2016). Bitange Ndemo discussing innovation, technology regulation and the digital economy. "This is your legacy. I can't do anything that will mess up what your legacy is. It will change the lives of Kenyans." Civil Service Oral History Interview, Princeton University – Innovations for Successful Societies. Bitange Ndemo discussing the implementation of Kenya's national fibre-optic project. "My friends, this is the time we should make this country and create opportunities for this country." Civil Service Oral History Interview, Princeton University – Innovations for Successful Societies. Bitange Ndemo encouraging leadership, national development and entrepreneurship. "It is no wonder a lot of African leaders cling to power... so that they remain relevant several years to come." What it actually means to be out of power, Capital FM Kenya (26 January 2016). Bitange Ndemo reflecting on political leadership and the transition from public office. External links Official website