About the Event
Driving Impact Through Innovation
Maasai Mara University, through its Directorate of Research, Innovation & Outreach, is hosting Innovation Week 2026 to promote innovation, entrepreneurship, research commercialization, and community solutions. The event brings together diverse stakeholders to address societal challenges leveraging MMara-U's strategic location within the Greater Mara ecosystem — focused on tourism, biodiversity, and sustainable resource management. Activities include sensitization sessions, practical bootcamps, and an innovation challenge.
5
Days of Innovation
12
Sub-Themes
7
Participant Categories
8
Strategic Objectives
What We Aim to Achieve
Objectives
01
Provide a platform for showcasing innovative ideas, prototypes, and research outputs.
02
Promote entrepreneurship and commercialization of innovations.
03
Strengthen university–industry–community linkages.
04
Encourage student-led and staff-driven innovation.
05
Attract partnerships, sponsorships, and funding opportunities.
06
Support solutions addressing environmental conservation, tourism, and sustainable development.
07
Enhance MMara-U's visibility as an innovation hub for impact.
08
Promote innovation that addresses broader societal challenges.
Areas of Focus
Sub-Themes
Who Should Attend
Target Participants
- Students; including those in University, College, TVET and High
schools - Researchers
- Independent innovators
- Industries
- Government agencies
- Community members
- Development partners
Partner With Us
Sponsorship Levels
SPONSORSHIP BENEFIT | PLATINUM | GOLD | SILVER | BRONZE |
Investment (KES) | 2,000,000 | 1,500,000 | 500,000 | 500,000 |
Logo on event | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Logo on marketing materials | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Booth space location | Premium | Standard | Standard | Shared |
Speaking opportunity | Keynote | Session | Panel | Panel |
Complimentary passes | 20 | 15 | 10 | 5 |
Social media mentions | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Event signage | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
Access to VIP lounge | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
Custom email campaign | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
Sponsored content on website | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
Dedicated networking session | ✓ | — | — | — |
Get Involved
Register & Submit Your Innovation
Deadline: 30th April 2026 · Innovation Week: 4–8 May 2026, Maasai Mara University Main Hall