Principal Secretary for Science, Research, and Innovation Prof. Shaukat Abdulrazak and other event dignitaries at the NACOSTI booth during the PIW 2025
The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) actively participated in the 6th edition of Pwani Innovation Week 2025, reinforcing its commitment to youth-led innovation and sustainable development in Kenya’s coastal region.
Held in Mombasa under the theme “Pwani Re-Imagined: Youth Agency, Innovation & Sustainability of Coastal Economies,” with over 3,000 delegates in attendance the week-long event, featured exhibitor, innovators, plenary sessions, and workshops focused on climate resilience, digital transformation, and cultural entrepreneurship.
NACOSTI’s contributions during the event:
- The Commission emphasized the importance of aligning regional innovation efforts with Kenya’s Vision 2030 and the African Union’s Agenda 2063.
- Supporting Youth Empowerment-Through its presence, NACOSTI highlighted the critical role of youth in driving innovation, especially in coastal regions often underrepresented in national development conversations.
- The Commission engaged with young innovators, offering mentorship and guidance on how to scale their ideas into impactful ventures.
- The Commission advocated for inclusive STI ecosystems that leverage local talent and biodiversity to address regional challenges.
In conclusion,
NACOSTI’s engagement in PIW 2025 signals a strategic shift toward decentralizing innovation and investing in regional hubs. By supporting platforms like Pwani Innovation Week, the Commission is helping build a more equitable and dynamic STI landscape across Kenya. This participation not only elevated the profile of coastal innovators but also reaffirmed NACOSTI’s role as a catalyst for national transformation through science and technology and its commitment to inclusive innovation and the empowerment of youth as key drivers of change. #National Research Fund (NRF), Kenya National Innovation Agency (KeNIA), PIW2025.