Nairobi Innovation Week 2026
The University of Nairobi will hold its annual flagship innovation event, the Nairobi Innovation Week (NIW) 2026, marking the 9th Edition of this transformative platform that brings together innovators, researchers, students, industry partners, government agencies, development organisations, academia, and startups to advance solutions for societal impact.
As a flagship initiative, the Nairobi Innovation Week continues to position the University of Nairobi as a hub for research-driven solutions, entrepreneurship, and cross-sector collaboration.
The 2026 Nairobi Innovation Week, organised under the theme “Youth-Driven Solutions for a Sustainable Future,” will provide a platform to showcase groundbreaking innovations, foster collaboration, catalyse policy conversations, promote investment opportunities, and strengthen partnerships that support the scaling of impactful solutions.
This year’s programme will feature:
- Opening Ceremony and Keynote Addresses
- Innovation Exhibitions and Showcases
- A Pitching Session by Student Innovators (UoN and other universities)
- Panel Discussions and Knowledge Exchange Sessions
- Startup and Youth Engagements
- Industry, Research and Innovation Partnership Forums
The main activities will take place on 15th July 2026 and will be open to all (UoN community and external stakeholders). Participants will have an opportunity to engage with innovators, explore solutions, and connect with partners driving sustainable development. Faculties, Departments, Centres, Institutes, Researchers, Students, and Innovators are encouraged to showcase their work and be part of this important platform for shaping solutions that address emerging societal challenges.
Please join us for the Nairobi Innovation Week 2026 opening ceremony on Wednesday, 15 July 2026 at 8:45 AM at the UoN Great Court, followed by activities throughout the day. The ceremony will be presided over by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ayub Gitau.
We look forward to your presence and participation.
