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Germany will get a new “super–high-tech ministry” responsible for research, technology, and aerospace, according to the coalition agreement published by the incoming government this week. The announcement is one of several nods to science in the 144-page agreement, unveiled on 9 April following weeks of negotiations between the center-right Christian Democrats (CDU) and its sister party, the Christian Social Union in Bavaria (CSU)—who together won the most seats in February’s federal elections—and the center-left Social Democrats. The agreement is expected … Continue reading “GERMANY TO CREATE ‘SUPER–HIGH-TECH MINISTRY’ FOR RESEARCH, TECHNOLOGY, AND AEROSPACE”

In the face of dwindling global funding, tariffs, and geopolitical tensions, African Development Bank Group President Akinwumi Adesina said on Friday that Africa must wean itself from aid dependency and urgently chart its future through self-reliance, strategic partnerships, and leveraging its vast natural resources. He spoke on Friday in Abuja at the 14th Convocation Ceremony of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), where he delivered a thought-provoking lecture. The address “Advancing Africa’s Positioning within Global Development and Geopolitical Dynamics” … Continue reading “THE ERA OF AID OR FREE MONEY IS GONE. AFRICA MUST OVERHAUL ITS APPROACH TOWARD ACHIEVING FAST-PACED DEVELOPMENT”

In a bid to strengthen its academic and operational frameworks, Kenyatta University recently hosted a managerial staff sensitization workshop on Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) Mainstreaming. Held on 12th and 13th March 2025 at the Business and Students Service Complex (BSSC) Mall, the event brought together Deans, Deputy Deans, Chairpersons of Departments, Research, Innovation, and Outreach coordinators, STI Champions, and Focal Persons to explore how STI can be seamlessly integrated into the university’s strategic plans. Officially opened by the Ag. … Continue reading “TAKING CHARGE IN MAINSTREAMING STI FOR NATIONAL GROWTH”

Kenya is positioning itself to be Africa’s leading artificial intelligence (AI) hub for model innovation, driving sustainable development, economic growth and social inclusion. Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has said Kenya strives to take lead in AI research and application keeping in mind the transformative potential of AI moving into the future. Mudavadi who represented Kenya at the just concluded Global AI Summit 2025 in Kigali, Rwanda has affirmed that Kenya is also looking at ensuring the AI ecosystem is … Continue reading “KENYA TO TAKE LEAD IN ETHICAL, INCLUSIVE AND INNOVATION DRIVEN AI ADOPTION”

The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) has officially entered into a seven-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Wellcome, a UK-based charitable foundation, and the University of Oxford. The agreement was signed on Thursday evening, 27th, March 2025, at the Wellcome headquarters in London, marking a significant boost for medical research and training in Kenya. Under the partnership, Wellcome and the University of Oxford will support research activities with a funding commitment of up to GBP 91 million (KES 15 billion) … Continue reading “KEMRI SIGNS LANDMARK GBP 91 MILLION PARTNERSHIP WITH WELLCOME AND UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD TO BOLSTER HEALTH RESEARCH IN KENYA”

President William Ruto has established a new State Department under the Ministry of Education, appointing Prof. Abdulrazak Shaukat as the Principal Secretary for Science, Research, and Innovation. This department has been carved out from the Higher Education docket, currently overseen by PS Beatrice Inyangala. With this move, the Ministry of Education, headed by CS Julius Ogamba, now has three Principal Secretaries. The other two are Julius Bitok, who will manage the Basic Education Department, and Inyangala, who retains Higher Education. … Continue reading “PRESIDENT WILLIAM RUTO CREATES NEW STATE DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, RESEARCH, AND INNOVATION”

The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) has taken significant strides in upholding research standards across Kenya, recently concluding comprehensive verification assessments of two proposed research institutes and four institutional scientific and ethical review committees (ISERCs). This initiative is part of NACOSTI’s mandate to ensure the relevance and quality of research, science, technology, and innovation (RSTI) in Kenya. The two research institutes assessed were the Nyanza Reproductive Health Society, which operates from the Lumumba Sub-County Hospital, and the … Continue reading “NACOSTI CONCLUDES THE ASSESSMENT OF TWO RESEARCH INSTITUTES AND FOUR INSTITUTIONAL SCIENTIFIC AND ETHICAL REVIEW COMMITTEES”

The UNESCO Regional Offices for Western, Eastern, and Southern Africa organized a crucial workshop aimed at enhancing the first version of the study, The Role of Women in Science and Innovation. This initiative sought to strengthen data and case studies, particularly from Francophone regions, where six countries—Senegal, Togo, Mauritania, Cameroon, the Central African Republic (CAR), and Uganda—were selected to participate. The workshop aimed to drive concrete actions and commitments to support women’s full participation in Africa’s scientific and technological development, … Continue reading “WORKSHOP ON THE FINALIZATION OF THE REPORT ON THE ROLE OF WOMEN IN SCIENCE AND INNOVATION IN AFRICA”

The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) made a significant impact at the 2025 Agricultural Society of Kenya (ASK) Eldoret National Show, held from March 5th to 8th 2025. At their vibrant exhibition, NACOSTI showcased its crucial work in steering Kenya’s scientific and technological advancement. The commission engaged actively with a diverse audience, including researchers, budding innovators, eager students, and members of the public. Key discussions centered on the vital role of STI policies in driving national progress. … Continue reading “NACOSTI STRENGTHENS RSTI PRESENCE AT 2025 ASK ELDORET SHOW”

The National Commission for Science, Technology, and Innovation (NACOSTI) successfully conducted an engaging sensitization session for the Lake Region Economic Bloc (LREB) RSTI Team, aiming to strengthen the region’s capacity in Research, Science, Technology, and Innovation (RSTI). The sensitization workshop brought together key stakeholders from academia, government agencies, and technical institutions to discuss the importance of RSTI in driving socio-economic transformation in the Lake Region. Participants included representatives from Alupe University, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST), … Continue reading “NACOSTI SENSITIZES LAKE REGION ECONOMIC BLOC ON RESEARCH, SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND INNOVATION”