VC Champions Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security

The Chuka University Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Henry Mutembei, today [August 18, 2025] delivered a keynote speech at the Kenya National Research Festival 2025, held at Egerton University, Njoro. The high-level forum, which runs from August 18 to 22, 2025, has attracted researchers, policymakers, industry leaders, innovators, and development partners from across Kenya and beyond.
Prof. Mutembei’s keynote address focused on sustainable agriculture and food security, aligning with this year’s theme: “Transformative Solutions for Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security.” He emphasized the urgent need for collaborative research and innovation to address challenges such as climate change, resource scarcity, and food system resilience.
The festival provides a platform for knowledge exchange, policy dialogue, and showcasing research-driven innovations that can strengthen food production, improve resilience to climate shocks, and ensure long-term sustainability of agricultural systems.
Organized in partnership with leading research institutions, government agencies, and private sector stakeholders, the week-long event will feature plenary sessions, exhibitions, panel discussions, and networking opportunities, all geared towards bridging the gap between research and practical solutions for farmers and communities.
Chuka University’s participation underscores its commitment to advancing research, innovation, and partnerships that drive national and global development goals in agriculture and food security.