The conversation around Artificial Intelligence in Africa has moved beyond futuristic hypotheticals and landed squarely in the boardroom. For business leaders across Kenya, the question is no longer if they should adopt AI, but how and how fast. As global markets become increasingly AI-driven, the pressure to integrate intelligent systems for efficiency, strategy, and growth is immense. Bridging the gap between AI awareness and practical implementation has become the continent’s next great business imperative.
Enter AI Kenya, a community and learning platform at the forefront of this transformation. Having previously brought together industry stakeholders at their AI Breakfast Summits, the organization is now doubling down on practical education with its Augmented Thinking AI Masterclass. This initiative is a direct response to the market’s need for clear, hands-on guidance, moving leaders from AI curiosity to confident application.
Launched in May 2025, the Masterclass is specifically designed for the decision-makers: C-suite executives, senior and mid-level managers, and professionals who need to steer their organizations through the AI era. The program demystifies AI, stripping away the hype to focus on tangible business value. In an intensive 4-hour in-person session, participants are equipped with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to integrate AI into their daily workflows and long-term vision.
The impact is already being felt across a surprisingly diverse range of industries, proving that AI is no longer the exclusive domain of tech companies. Leaders from banking, law, insurance, healthcare, education, and manufacturing have attended, seeking a competitive edge.
Dr. Regina Kingori, CEO of tax and audit firm RWK Africa, found the clarity she was looking for. “I’ve loved the Masterclass a lot. I’ve been so interested in learning how AI can help my firm, and this training gave me practical clarity on where to start,” she shared after a session.
This sentiment is echoed across different business functions. For Margaret, who works in Operations & Marketing, the workshop was a game-changer for day-to-day tasks. “This workshop was eye-opening. I now see how to apply AI in my business operations for efficiency and decision-making,” she noted.
A key takeaway for many has been the power of effective communication with AI models. “This masterclass exposed me to the power of prompt engineering as a key skillset for modern work,” said Harrison, an IT Professional. “I now know how to start applying AI in IT processes in a structured way.”
By empowering individual leaders like Dr. Kingori, Margaret, and Harrison, AI Kenya is executing a powerful grassroots strategy. Each professional who completes the Masterclass returns to their organization not just with a certificate in AI Leadership and Strategy, but as an internal champion capable of driving meaningful change. They learn to identify immediate AI opportunities and risks, explore sector-specific applications relevant to the Kenyan market, and ultimately equip their teams to innovate.
This is how readiness is built – not through top-down mandates, but by cultivating a critical mass of leaders who understand both the potential and the practicalities of AI. AI Kenya is methodically laying the foundation for a more competitive, resilient, and future-proof African business landscape, one masterclass at a time.
Join the Next Cohort:
For professionals and teams looking to gain a practical advantage in the AI era, AI Kenya is hosting its next public cohorts.
- Dates: 25th September 2025 & 23rd October 2025
- Time: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Venue: Aga Khan University, Nairobi
- Fee: KES 15,000 per participant
Organizations can also book a private, in-house Masterclass tailored to their leadership team’s specific needs.
To register for an upcoming session, visit: https://kenya.ai/learning/augmented-thinking/
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