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NACOSTI and ICHA-Red Cross representatives during a consultative meeting on partnership at NACOSTI Headquarters in Nairobi. National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) on Friday, 6th February 2026 held a consultative meeting with representatives from ICHA -Red Cross aimed at strengthening collaboration in research, innovation, and humanitarian response. The meeting brought together officials from both NACOSTI and ICHA-Red Cross to explore areas of mutual interest, especially in the application of science, technology and innovation in supporting of humanitarian operations … Continue reading “STRENGTHENING TIES: NACOSTI MEETS ICHA RED CROSS”

The Biotech Net II workshop was held at the National Commission for Science, Technology, and Innovation in Nairobi on Friday, 23rd January 2026, bringing together life scientists, policy makers in researchers and stakeholders for a workshop on research and biotechnology developments. The workshop served as a platform to discuss advancements in biotechnology, biosafety, and responsible research practices amid Kenya’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its future national research governance framework. Participants explored ways to ensure science remains safe, ethical, and impactful, … Continue reading “BIOTECH EXPERTS AND POLICYMAKERS MEET AT NACOSTI TO FOSTER INNOVATION”

NACOSTI officials, research institutions representatives and students pose for a photo during the stakeholders Forum held at Kenya Utalii College. The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation – NACOSTI has opened dialogue with key stakeholders on the proposed review of research licensing fees held at Kenya Utalii College, bringing together policy makers, researchers, academic institutions and industry representatives to deliberate on a more inclusive and responsive research licensing framework. NACOSTI, a regulatory body mandated in the Science, Technology and … Continue reading “NACOSTI OPENS DIALOGUE ON RESEARCH LICENSING FEES”

The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation organized the “Mainstreaming Research, Science, Technology, and Innovation in Rapidly Changing Times” training to help participants gain skills to inculcate RSTI in their institutions. The training brought on board over 300 participants, including CEOs, vice chancellors, researchers among others from the public and private sector, marking a pivotal moment in the nation’s efforts to integrate scientific progress into all sectors of the economy through research, innovation and evidence-based decision making (EBDM). During … Continue reading “NACOSTI RECORDS SUCCESS IN BUILDING CAPACITY ON RSTI MAINSTREAMING”

High-Level Delegates at the Conference The African Region Conference on the Universalization and Effective Implementation of the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC) commenced in Nairobi on 26th November 2025, launching a three-day high-level continental engagement dedicated to strengthening biosafety, biosecurity, and biological disarmament across Africa. This conference is the first of its kind to be held on the African continent. Hosted at the Mövenpick Hotel, the event, sponsored by the United Nations Office for Disarmament (UNODA)brought together ambassadors, senior government officials, … Continue reading “AFRICA CHARTS A NEW PATH FOR GLOBAL BIOSECURITY AS CONTINENTAL BIOLOGICAL WEAPONS CONVENTION (BWC) CONFERENCE OPENS IN NAIROBI”

Principal Secretary for Science, Research, and Innovation Prof. Shaukat Abdulrazak addressing the participants during the meeting. The State Department for Science, Research and Innovation, in collaboration with the National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI), convened a high-level meeting with all registered research institutions across Kenya. Held at CBK Institute of Monetary Studies on 11th November 2025, the forum aimed to align national research priorities with Kenya’s development goals and foster stronger collaboration among stakeholders. Principal Secretary Prof. Shaukat … Continue reading “KENYA’S SCIENCE AND INNOVATION LEADERS RALLY TO ADVANCE NATIONAL RESEARCH AGENDA”

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, … Continue reading “NACOSTI PARTICIPATES IN PWANI INNOVATION WEEK 2025 TO ADVANCE YOUTH-DRIVEN INNOVATION AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT”

Dr. Tecla Psuma, leading with innovation and vision as moderator from Masinde Muliro University at the LREB Climate Summit 2025 The Lake Region Economic Block (LREB) Regional Climate Change and Agri-Expo took place from October 14th to 16th, 2025, at Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology in Kakamega, Kenya. The event, themed “Investing in Climate Solutions: Finance, Innovation, and Action,” focused on regional collaboration to combat climate change and promote sustainable agriculture. However, the event was abruptly suspended on … Continue reading “LAKE REGION ECONOMIC BLOC(LREB) REGIONAL CLIMATE CHANGE AND AGRI-EXPO: KAKAMEGA EDITION 2025”

Prof. Shaukat Abdulrazak, Principal Secretary, State Department for Science, Research and Innovation The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) convened a stakeholder engagement session on October 14, 2025, at the Kenya School of Monetary Studies to review and discuss the draft Nuclear Science and Technology Policy and the Kenya Atomic Energy Agency Bill. Key government officials, experts, and stakeholders participated in detailed deliberations covering the policy’s strategic framework and the agency’s regulatory mandate. This engagement paved the way … Continue reading “NACOSTI LEADS DYNAMIC STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT TO PROPEL KENYA’S LANDMARK NUCLEAR SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY POLICY AND ATOMIC ENERGY AGENCY BILL”

Deputy President Hon. Kithure Kindiki officially opening the 15th edition of the Magical Kenya Travel Expo 2025, igniting new horizons for Africa’s tourism future October 2025, the 15th edition of the Magical Kenya Travel Expo (MKTE) 2025, held from October 1st to 3rd at the Uhuru Gardens National Monument & Museum in Nairobi County, highlighted Kenya’s commitment to sustainable and inclusive tourism growth across Africa. Organized by the Kenya Tourism Board in partnership with the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife, … Continue reading “MAGICAL KENYA, UNLOCKING AFRICA’S POTENTIAL THROUGHSUSTAINABLE TOURISM GROWTH”