Programme
Four days of innovation, collaboration, and impact — from exhibition and keynotes to workshops, pitching, and the prestigious award ceremony.
Programme Highlights
Eight flagship activities designed to maximise learning, networking, and opportunity.
Exhibition of Innovations
Showcasing prototypes and applied solutions addressing real-world challenges
Innovation Challenge Pitching
Competitive pitching sessions where innovators present to a panel of judges
Capacity Building Workshop
Hands-on workshops building skills in entrepreneurship, research, and sustainability
Keynote Speeches
World-class keynotes from industry leaders, researchers, and policymakers
Panel Discussion
Expert panels exploring sustainability, innovation ecosystems, and future opportunities
Judging of Innovations
Rigorous evaluation of innovations by a panel of industry and academic experts
Public Lecture
Open lectures covering themes of innovation, sustainability, and climate resilience
Award Ceremony
Recognition and celebration of outstanding innovations and contributors
Day-by-Day Schedule
Pre-Conference & Abstract Presentations
Registration of Participants
Responsibility: Secretariat – Douglas Monga’re & Team
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Opening Prayer & Entertainment
Responsibility: Dr. Rhoda Auni
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Welcome Remarks
Responsibility: DVC(ARSA)/VC
Moderator: Dr. Omosa Elijah
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Keynote: Linking Academia, Industry and Communities through Research, Innovation and Knowledge Transfer for Sustainable Futures
Responsibility: Prof. James Njiru
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Plenary Session & Group Photo
Responsibility: Prof. James Njiru / DVC(ARSA)
Moderator: Dr. Peter Gutwa
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Tour of Innovation Exhibits
Responsibility: All Participants / Rapporteur
Moderator: Mr. Mongare Douglas
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Lunch Break
Responsibility: Secretariat
Moderator: —
Staff Mess
10 Pitching Sessions
Responsibility: Teresa Abuya/(REIRM)
Moderator: Dr. Rhoda Auni
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Group Photo
Responsibility: Photographer
Moderator: Mr. Mark Oyamo / PR office
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Official Opening, Plenary & Pitching
Arrival & Registration
Responsibility: Secretariat
Moderator: Dr. Elijah Omosa
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Opening Prayer, Entertainment & Welcome Remarks
Responsibility: Rhoda Auni; DVC (ARSA) / Vice Chancellor
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Official Opening Ceremony (Chief Guest: CEO KeNIA): Co-creating Sustainable Future through Research, Innovation and Commercialization
Responsibility: Dr. Tony Omwansa
Moderator: Dr. Mongare Omare
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Plenary Session
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Launch of “Club Innovate for Kisii University”, Donations of 20 Automation Kits from Chip Globe International, Group Photo & Media Capture, and Tour of the Innovation Exhibitions
Responsibility: Vice Chancellor, Club Patron; Secretariat
Moderator: Dr. Elijah Omosa
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High-Level Plenary: Strengthening University–Industry–Policy Linkages for Sustainable Innovation in Kenya
Panelists: Kisii University; KCA; Kabarak University; Kenyatta University; University of Eldoret; KAFU; Nyamira Poly; Keroka Poly; Kisii National Polytechnic; Chip Globe International; HELB.
Responsibility: Panelists, Rapporteur
Moderator: Dr. Peter Gutwa
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Lunch Break
Responsibility: Secretariat
Moderator: —
Staff Mess
Innovation Challenge Pitching Competition (Session I)
Responsibility: Linet Kombo
Moderator: Teresa Abuya / Linet Kombo
Breakout Rooms
Innovation Challenge Pitching Competition (Session I)
Responsibility: Innovators & Judges
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Commercialization & Innovation Challenge
Registration
Responsibility: Secretariat
Moderator: —
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Tea Break
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Home Automation
Responsibility: CHIPGLOBE International - Mr. Timothy Mwala
Moderator: Dr. Zipporah Gichana
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Innovation Challenge Pitching Competition (Session II)
Responsibility: Secretariat / Judges
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Group Photo
Responsibility: Photographer / PR Office
Moderator: Ms. Emmanuella / PR Office
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Lunch Break
Responsibility: Secretariat
Staff Mess
Innovation Challenge Pitching Competition (Session II) - Continued
Responsibility: Secretariat / Judges
Moderator: Teresa Abuya / Linet Kombo
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Emerging Technologies, Awards & Closing
Registration
Responsibility: Secretariat
Moderator: —
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Opening Prayer, Entertainment & Welcome Remarks
Responsibility: Dr. Rhoda Auni
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Keynote: Green Innovations
Responsibility: Mr. Jeremy Rilo - CEO, Fielabs Innovation Ltd
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Tea Break
Responsibility: Secretariat
Moderator: Dr. Elijah Omosa
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Keynote: Intellectual Property Awareness and Closing Remarks
Responsibility: CEO-KECOBO - Mr. George Nyakweba
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Awards & Closing Ceremony
Responsibility: DVC / VC
Moderator: Dr. Rhoda Auni
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Vote of Thanks
Responsibility: REIRM
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Final Group Photo
Responsibility: Photographer / PR Office
Moderator: PR Office
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Lunch Time
Visitors/Participants leave at their own pleasure.
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