Kabarak University, through its Directorate of Research, Innovation, and Outreach (RIO), continues to promote a culture of creativity and problem-solving among students. As part of its commitment to nurturing innovation, RIO organized an Internal Innovation Pitch Showcase on June 12, 2025, at the Kabarak University main campus. This initiative serves as a crucial step in preparing students for the China International College Students’ Innovation Competition (CICSIC) 2025, a prestigious global platform for young innovators.

Today, Kabarak University proudly participated in the virtual Opening Ceremony of the China International College Students’ Innovation Competition (CICSIC) 2025 – Africa Division, marking the official launch of this prestigious global innovation platform. This initiative, deeply rooted in strengthening Sino-African educational ties, aims to ignite the innovative spirit of African youth to shape a shared future.

Tuesday, 27th May 2025, marked the highly anticipated launch of the inaugural Innovation Challenge at Kabarak University Online (KABUO). The Directorate of Research, Innovation, and Outreach initiated a rigorous review and evaluation process, highlighting the vibrant spirit of innovation that thrives within the university community.

Kabarak University participated in the Connected Africa Summit 2025, held in Diani, Kwale County, Kenya, under the theme “The Digital Journey: Vision to Reality.” The summit brought together policymakers, industry leaders, academia, and innovators from across the continent to deliberate on actionable strategies for accelerating Africa’s digital transformation. The university’s presence at this high-level event reflected its strong commitment to contributing to national and regional development through technology, research, and community engagement.

The National Commission for Science, Technology, and Innovation (NACOSTI) continues to play a pivotal role in safeguarding the integrity of research across Kenya. As the body responsible for promoting ethical standards in science and research, NACOSTI remains committed to strengthening the capacity of Institutional Scientific and Ethics Review Committees (ISERCs) and individual researchers through targeted training programs.

At Kabarak University, we recognize that transformative innovation flourishes through collaboration, knowledge exchange, and strategic partnerships. In pursuit of excellence and impactful entrepreneurship, our delegation, led by Dr. Phillip W. Nyawere, Ag. Director, Research, Innovation and Outreach, and Andrew K. Kipkebut, PhD, Coordinator, Innovation and Business Incubation, recently embarked on a benchmarking tour at JHUB Africa, the renowned innovation hub at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT). 

Kabarak University continues to position itself as a leader in innovation and technological advancement, with its Business Incubation Coordinator, Dr. Andrew Kipkebut, contributing to critical conversations on agricultural transformation at GITEX AFRICA. This premier technology event, set to take place in Marrakech, Morocco, from April 14-16, 2025, brings together global experts to explore cutting-edge solutions in AI, Agritech, and sustainable food systems.

Kabarak University is proud to announce its participation in the Africa Centre for Career Enhancement and Skills Support (ACCESS 2.0) project for the 2025-2029 period. This initiative, funded by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), is aimed at enhancing career readiness, entrepreneurship, and service-learning among students across multiple institutions in Africa. As part of this groundbreaking project, Mount Kenya University (MKU) has been designated as the lead local institution, coordinating efforts among 10 participating universities. Kabarak University, represented by Dr. Faith Yator, is actively involved in implementing various joint activities designed to benefit both students and faculty.

AI Everything Global 2025, a prestigious event held in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, UAE, from February 4th to 6th, brought together leading AI experts, innovators, and organizations from across the globe. The event served as a dynamic platform for exploring the latest advancements and applications of AI in diverse sectors, featuring over 500 exhibitors, 150 investors, 500 Chief AI Officers, and 200 speakers from more than 70 countries. Prominent figures such as H.E. Faisal Al Bannai, Adviser to the President for Strategic Research & Advanced Technology Affairs, and H.E. Omar Sultan Al Olama, UAE Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy & Remote Work Applications, played key roles in shaping the discussions.

The Directorate of Research, Innovation, and Outreach in the Division of Academic Affairs and Research hereby advertises the 2025 call for internal research grant proposals aimed at promoting research activities within the University. The University has established an internal research fund to support faculty members with outstanding ideas to undertake research activities that address issues in education, business, religion, law, information technology, health, environment, energy, arts, and social sciences related to the Kenya Vision 2030, African Union (AU) Agenda 2063, and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).