FIRST SCIENCE FAIR

Kaimosi Friends University (KAFU) today hosted its First Science Fair and University Open Day, a landmark event aimed at advancing research, science, technology, and innovation in the region.

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‎Guided by the theme “Empowering Communities through Research, Science, Technology, and Innovation,” the fair brought together students, alumni, faculty, county government officials, and development partners.

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‎Speaking during the fair, County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Education, Science, Technical, and Vocational Training, Anne C. Desma noted that the fair presents a valuable opportunity for the County Government to establish strong partnerships with the university in building a skilled, knowledgeable, and innovative workforce through our learning and technical institutions that will drive the economic transformation of our county.

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‎The County Government of Vihiga and KAFU aim to work together in the following areas:

‎ Joint Research Projects in agriculture, renewable energy, public health, and education.

‎Technology and Innovation Hubs through the creation of incubation centers to nurture student-led projects and support digital entrepreneurship.

‎ STEM Promotion – Creating county-backed mentorship programs for young learners to grow interest in science and innovation.

‎Policy and Knowledge Sharing – Providing evidence-based data to guide county planning and decision-making.