ABOUT STRI4SOCIETY WEEK 2026
Shaping Kenya's Innovation Landscape
The Science, Technology, Research, and Innovation for Society (STRI) Week is Kenya's premier annual platform for showcasing scientific excellence, technological breakthroughs and innovative solutions that address real societal challenges.
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THEMATIC AREAS
Navigate the interconnected ecosystem behind STRI 4 Society Week 2026 and discover how diverse thematic areas, stakeholders, and ideas align to drive science, technology, research, and innovation for societal transformation
Society Week 2026
KEY
ACTIVITIES
& HIGHLIGHTS.
Scientific Conference & Policy Dialogues
Thematic sessions on national STI priorities, policy frameworks, and global scientific trends
Innovation Exhibitions & Tech Fairs
Display of research outputs, prototypes and innovations from academia, startups & private sector
Youth Competitions & Hackathons
Science quizzes, coding challenges, robotics competitions to motivate students
Startup Pitches & Investor Forums
Platform for innovators to pitch ideas to investors, policymakers & potential partners
Industry-Academia Roundtables
Structured dialogues fostering collaboration and technology transfer opportunities
STEM Career Clinics & Mentorship
Professionals guide students on education pathways and career planning in STEM
World-Class Voices.
Transformative Ideas.
Expect a star-studded line-up of world-renowned speakers and industry leaders, who will deliver thought-provoking keynotes, interactive sessions, and panel discussions.
His Excellency Dr. William Samoei Ruto, C.G.H.
President of the Republic of Kenya
Hon. Musalia Mudavadi
Prime Cabinet Secretary and CS for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs
Prof. Shaukat Abdulrazak, EBS
PS State Department for Science, Research and Innovation
Dr. David Ngigi
Ag. Director General, National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI)
More speakers being announced weekly — don't miss the full line-up.
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