Chuka Champions Research and Innovation at the 13th International Conference

Chuka University hosted the 13th International Research Conference from 28th to 29th October 2026, bringing together researchers, scholars, innovators and industry leaders from Kenya and beyond to explore the role of multidisciplinary research and innovation in promoting economic sustainability. Held under the theme “Using Multidisciplinary Research and Innovation for Economic Sustainability,” the conference provided a platform for sharing knowledge, showcasing innovations and developing research-driven solutions to contemporary societal challenges.

The conference was graced by Dr. Idris Salim Dokota, Principal Secretary for the State Department for Cabinet Affairs, who served as the chief guest. In his keynote address, Dr. Dokota underscored the importance of research and innovation in promoting peace, national cohesion and sustainable development. He commended universities for their contribution to evidence-based policymaking and called for the integration of technological innovations to address societal challenges.The conference attracted 278 participants, including 32 researchers from various institutions and international delegates, among them three from Nigeria and one from Sierra Leone, highlighting its growing regional and international reach.

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic, Research and Student Affairs), Prof. Gilbert Nduru, welcomed participants and commended their commitment to advancing knowledge through research and innovation. He reaffirmed the University’s commitment to sustainable development through collaborative research, technological partnerships and inclusive innovation ecosystems. Additionally, Prof. Eunice Githae, Director of Research, Extension and Publications, called for stronger institutional frameworks to support research and nurture innovation across disciplines.

Participants engaged in thematic academic sessions covering Medical Research, Humanities, Law and Social Sciences, Pedagogy and Competency-Based Education (CBE), Food Security and the Environment, Entrepreneurship and Commercialization, and Science and Engineering. The sessions facilitated interdisciplinary engagement, knowledge exchange and discussions on policy-oriented research solutions to support sustainable development.

The two-day event concluded with a closing ceremony officiated by the Vice-Chancellor Prof. Henry Mutembei, during which outstanding researchers were recognized for their contributions and active participation.

The conference marked another milestone in Chuka University’s commitment to advancing research, fostering innovation and promoting technological solutions that contribute to sustainable development at local, national and global levels.