The 5,000‑acre Konza Technopolis is being built with a transport network that favours non‑motorised and electric mobility, including over 40 km of internal roads, dedicated cycle lanes, pedestrian walkways and a corridor for electric buses.

Chief executive officer John Paul Okwiri said the design aims to let residents and workers move without relying on private cars, promoting electric bikes and vehicles as part of the plan.

The master plan targets a 15‑minute walk for everyday services, encouraging walking or cycling for short trips and aligning with the Kenya Roads (Amendment) Bill 2024, which requires pavements and cycling lanes on public roads.

Developers must limit building coverage to 60 % of each plot, preserving space for trees, landscaping and public parks, while the city layout links residential zones with commercial, educational and industrial districts.

The city is being positioned for a 24‑hour economy, with the government seeking private investors for factories and services that can operate round the clock, a strategy described as essential for Africa’s Silicon Savannah.

Power infrastructure includes a 66 kV sub‑distribution station with gas‑insulated switchgear, feeding 56 distribution cabins that make electricity plug‑and‑play for any investor who purchases a parcel.

Phase One’s electricity capacity is sufficient for its projected load, and the city already hosts the Tier‑III certified National Data Centre, the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology and two universities, creating a research‑business ecosystem.

Manufacturing is slated to create up to 10,000 jobs through an export processing zone focused on textiles, electronics and solar products, illustrating the scale of industrial ambition.

Housing is a parallel priority, with a commitment to deliver 10,000 units; the first 1,000 are expected to be ready by November 2026 to accommodate workers, researchers and students.

The next development phase will depend on attracting private capital to convert the existing roads, power and utilities into operational businesses and community facilities.