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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”

The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) participated in the 2025 Nairobi International Trade Fair held from the 29th Sept – 5th Oct at the Jamhuri Grounds under the theme “Promoting Climate-Smart Agriculture and Trade Initiatives for Sustainable Economic Growth.” The event brought together ministries, state agencies, private sector enterprises, innovators, entrepreneurs, students, and global partners to showcase cutting-edge capabilities in trade, technology, and innovation. Dr. David Ngigi, Ag. Director General received the award on behalf of the … Continue reading “PRESIDENT WILLIAM RUTO AWARDS NACOSTI “BEST INNOVATION & INVENTION STAND” AT THE 2025 NAIROBI INTERNATIONAL TRADE FAIR”

President William Ruto with PS State Department for Science, Research and Innovation Prof. Shaukat Abdulrazak and NACOSTI’s Yasmin Hussein holds a trophy won by the Commission. The 2025 ASK Mombasa International Show started with outstanding energy and ambition with the theme “Promoting Climate-Smart Agriculture and Trade Initiatives for Sustainable Economic Growth,” at the Mkomani Showground Mombasa County from 1st – 7th September 2025. The occasion brought together policy makers, innovators, entrepreneurs, businesses, students, and educators for opportunities and networking in … Continue reading “NACOSTI SHINES AT THE MOMBASA ASK SHOW”

The Kenya research integrity forum hosted by Training Centre in Communication TCC Africa and Digital Science in partnership with NACOSTI brought research experts into a discussion on matters research where different topics of concern were put across to better and promote integrity in scholarly and scientific inquiry. The workshop underscored the central role of research integrity in advancing national development goals, and mandate informing evidence-based policymaking, and sustaining public trust in science. NACOSTI Ag. Director Dr. David Ngigi highlighting on … Continue reading “KENYA RESEARCH INTEGRITY WORKSHOP”

Prof. Shaukat Abdulrazak, Principal Secretary, State Department for Science, Research and Innovation, delivers his address during the Kenya National Research Festival 2025 at Egerton University, Nakuru County. August 2025, The Kenya National Research Festival 2025, hosted at Egerton University in Nakuru County, emerged as a landmark event celebrating research excellence while promoting collaboration and investment in sustainable agriculture and food security. Organized by the Kenya National Research Fund in partnership with Egerton University, the festival brought together a diverse group … Continue reading “KENYA NATIONAL RESEARCH FESTIVAL 2025: CATALYSING INNOVATION FOR SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE AND FOOD SECURITY AT EGERTON UNIVERSITY”

Principal Secretary for Science, Research and Innovation signs the visitor’s book at the NACOSTI booth. August 2025, Devolution Conference 2025 hosted at Homabay National School in Homabay County brought together national and county leaders, development partners, and civil society organizations under the unifying theme: For the People, For Prosperity: Devolution as a Catalyst for Equity, Inclusion and Social Justice. The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) actively participated in this Devolution Conference reinforcing the role of Research, Science, … Continue reading “NACOSTI ADVOCATES FOR INNOVATION-DRIVEN DEVOLUTION AT 2025 CONFERENCE”

The Principal Secretary Science, Research, Innovation, Ministry of Education Prof. Shaukat Abdulrazak, PhD, EBS officially opened the 4th NACOSTI Multi-sectoral Conference and Exhibitions on Research, Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) at Lake Naivasha Resort, running from June 9th-12th, 2025. He also gave remarks on behalf of the Cabinet Secretary, Ministry Education. In his speech, the PS highlighted the critical role of STI in Kenya’s journey towards inclusive, knowledge-driven development, aligning with Vision 2030 and the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA). … Continue reading “KENYA RAMPS UP RESEARCH, SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND INNOVATION AGENDA AS NACOSTI HOSTS MULTI-SECTORAL CONFERENCE ON RST&I”

The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) is gearing up to host a significant multisectoral conference focused on the crucial intersection of Research, Science, Technology, and Innovation (RSTI) and Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and their monetization. The event, themed “Research, Technology and Innovation: Impacts, Intellectual Property Protection and Monetization,” is set to convene a diverse group of national and international stakeholders in Nairobi to deliberate on strategies for leveraging IP to drive sustainable economic growth, enhance national security, … Continue reading “THE 4TH MULTI-SECTORAL CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITIONS ON RESEARCH, SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION (MS-CORSTI)”