Digital Governance
A robust, responsive digital government that ensures transparency, accountability, and citizen-centric services.
Kano State Information Technology Development Agency
Leading Kano's digital revolution.
KASITDA is building a dynamic, secure, and inclusive digital economy for Kano State — where government services, innovation, and enterprise thrive on technology, data, and people.
2025–2030 Digital Transformation Agenda roadmap
6 pillars One agenda for governance, skills, and growth
1.5 M youths Targeted for digital literacy training
44 LGAs Digital literacy advocates in every local government
Choose your path
For students & jobseekers
I want to learn
Free digital literacy training, bootcamps, and holiday camps — from first click to first job.
Register interest → For founders & innovatorsI want to build
Hackathons, startup weekends, and accredited innovation hubs to take your idea further.
See programs → For organizations & governmentI want to partner
Work with KASITDA on infrastructure, skills, and e-government across Kano State.
Start a conversation →Our mission
Institutionalize digital systems that enable smart governance, empower citizens through digital inclusion, and stimulate digital entrepreneurship across a rapidly evolving global economy.
The agenda
Six pillars. One digital Kano.
The 2025–2030 Digital Transformation Agenda rests on six strategic pillars — each one a commitment to citizens, businesses, and government alike.
Digital Infrastructure
Ubiquitous, reliable, and affordable access to digital infrastructure across every part of the state.
Digital Literacy & Skills
A digitally literate population that participates meaningfully in the digital economy.
Digital Economy & Innovation
Inclusive economic growth through an expanding digital economy and a thriving innovation ecosystem.
Data Governance & Cybersecurity
Data that is securely managed and used to improve governance, service delivery, and innovation.
Sectoral Digitalization
Digital technologies embedded in priority sectors — health, education, agriculture, and transport.
Priority sectors
Where the HEAT is on.
Four sectors carry Kano's transformation first — and give our flagship hackathon its name.
Health
Digital records, telemedicine, and smarter public health delivery.
Education
Connected classrooms and digital skills from primary school up.
Agriculture
Data-driven farming for the state that feeds the nation.
Transport
Intelligent mobility and logistics for a city on the move.
Programs & initiatives
Built for citizens. Powered by you.
- HEAT Hackathon 2025 Innovators compete to solve real challenges in health, education, agriculture, and transport.
- Kano Digital Kids Bootcamp 2026 STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) Holiday Bootcamp for children aged 9-11. Held at the Digital Industrial Park, State Road, Kano.
- Digital Literacy Advocates Tech-savvy volunteers equipped to spread digital literacy across all 44 local governments.
- Kano Digital Ambassadors (KADA) Young leaders representing Kano's digital agenda in their schools and communities.
- Build-A-Thon Holiday Camp Hands-on holiday camps where students build their first apps, sites, and hardware projects.
- Kano Startup Weekend 2025 54 hours of pitching, building, and launching — held December 13–14 at Coronation Hall.
- Digital Innovation Hubs Accreditation Setting the standard for innovation hubs across the state through the KDIH framework.
See which of these is taking applications now, or register interest for the next intake.
All programs and how to apply Register interestNewsroom
Latest from KASITDA.
October 2025 · Events Why you should be at Kano Startup Weekend 2025 Six reasons to be at Coronation Hall on 13–14 December, whether you pitch, exhibit, or volunteer. September 2025 · Events Kano Startup Weekend 2025 54 hours of pitching, building, and launching at Coronation Hall. July 2025 · Publications Kano State Digital Economy Policy Five pillars taking the digital economy from 8% of state GDP to a driver of jobs and growth.
Our values
Innovation
Creative, technology-driven solutions power Kano's transformation.
Integrity
Transparency, accountability, and ethical standards in every operation.
Inclusivity
No one left behind — equal access to digital opportunity for all.
From the Director General
“At KASITDA, we believe in the power of technology to transform lives, streamline governance, and boost economic growth.”
Bashir Abdu Muzakkari, PhD Director General / CEO, KASITDA
Meet the principal officers → Questions
Before you ask.
Who can take part in KASITDA programs?
Programs are designed for the people of Kano State — students, graduates, founders, artisans, and public servants alike. Each call for applications lists its own eligibility criteria.
How do I apply for a program?
Register your interest using the form below and we'll contact you when applications open. New calls are also announced on our newsroom and social media channels.
Does training cost anything?
KASITDA's citizen-facing skills programs are government-backed initiatives. Any costs or requirements are always stated clearly in the program's call for applications.
How can my organization partner with KASITDA?
Choose “Partnership / collaboration” in the form below, or write to info@kasitda.kn.gov.ng with a short brief of what you'd like to build together.
Where can I find KASITDA?
We're at the Kano State Government House, Kano, Nigeria, open Monday–Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Call (234) 903 322 2444 or email info@kasitda.kn.gov.ng.