The National Commission for Science, Technology, and Innovation (NACOSTI) successfully conducted a five-day in-person training on “STI Intellectual Property Rights, Transfer, and Commercialization” from February 10th to 14th, 2025, at Lake Naivasha Resort, Nakuru County. The event attracted over 165 participants from various sectors across Kenya.
The training aimed to enhance understanding of intellectual property (IP) protection, technology transfer, and commercialization strategies, key drivers for fostering innovation and economic growth. Experts in IP law, technology transfer, and research commercialization led insightful sessions covering patents, copyrights, trademarks, licensing agreements, and public-private partnerships.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, NACOSTI Director General Prof. Walter O. Oyawa emphasized the importance of IP protection in fostering a knowledge-based economy. “Intellectual property is not just about legal rights – it is about dignity, opportunity, and economic empowerment. By ensuring that innovators can safeguard and commercialize their ideas, we create a ripple effect that benefits individuals, communities, and the nation,” he stated
As the training concluded, NACOSTI reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Kenya’s research and innovation ecosystem by advocating for robust IP policies and facilitating capacity-building initiatives.