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A journey of impact

An AI policy and governance advisor dedicated to shaping inclusive digital futures. With a focus on data sovereignty and sustainable development, I work at the intersection of policy, technology and human rights to ensure the AI revolution leaves no one behind, particularly in the Global South.

Based in Nairobi, Kenya, with work across East Africa and the continent.

Betty W. Kyalo

Vision and theory of change

Between the policy table and the community hall

My research and advocacy centre on data sovereignty, digital public infrastructure built with the environment in mind, and AI systems that reflect African languages and cultures.

I envision a tech-sovereign Africa within the next few years.

My theory of change is built on the belief that for Africa to leapfrog into a digitally advanced future, we must architect inclusive governance frameworks today, with the people those frameworks are meant to serve.

Core pillars

Three commitments that run through the work

I.

Data sovereignty

Frameworks that ensure African nations retain full ownership of their digital infrastructure and data assets, preventing digital colonialism.

II.

Inclusive AI

AI systems trained on diverse datasets that reflect African languages and cultures, so technology serves every community equitably.

III.

Sustainable DPI

Bio-conscious digital public infrastructure that balances technological advancement with long-term ecological sustainability.

Academic foundation

Excellence across borders and mediums

Turin, Italy

Politecnico di Torino

Master in Technology and Public Policy

Virtual programme

London School of International Business

Executive certification, Responsible Military Applications of AI

Aix-en-Provence, France

CESI University

Micro-master's exchange: AI implementation and machine learning for impact

Stockholm, Sweden

KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Micro-master's exchange: sustainable product innovation and AI for emerging nations

Nairobi, Kenya

Strathmore University

Bachelor of Business Information Technology, Business Intelligence major

Thika, Kenya

St Francis Girls' High School, Mang'u

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education

Certifications and training

AI for Public Service Deployment ITU and UNESCO
AI and Digital Transformation in Government University of Oxford
AI Policy Formulation Tech Hive Advisory

Moments in motion

In the room, on the stage, in the field

Betty at UNICEF — At UNICEF Nairobi

Betty speaking on stage — On stage Keynote

Betty in a panel discussion — In discussion Roundtable

Betty W. Kyalo — In the field Community

Betty W. Kyalo — At the summit Delegation

Betty W. Kyalo — In conversation Policy

Betty W. Kyalo — With the team Programme

Affiliations and partners

Collaborating with leaders in policy, innovation and technology

Work with me

Let's shape the future of AI governance together.

For speaking engagements, policy consultation and media enquiries.

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