UoN Research & Innovation Week 2026
About this event
A week-long convening of researchers, students, industry partners and policy makers to showcase the University of Nairobi's leading research and innovation. Join workshops, keynotes, exhibitions and networking sessions across all faculties.
Featured sessions
All sessionsOpening Ceremony & Vice-Chancellor's Address
Official opening with a keynote on the future of African higher education.
Keynote: Food Systems for a Changing Climate
How African universities can lead climate-smart agricultural research.
Innovation Showcase: Student Startups from C4DLab
Live demos from the UoN incubator.
Fireside Chat: Building Kenya's Digital Economy
From Konza Technopolis to the Startup Bill.
Coming up next
Opening Ceremony & Vice-Chancellor's Address
Official opening with a keynote on the future of African higher education.
Keynote: Food Systems for a Changing Climate
How African universities can lead climate-smart agricultural research.
Panel: Universities and Cultural Production in Africa
How the academy shapes African culture, language and identity.
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