Innovation Calls Open
25 Feb 2026
Submission Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Notification
2 May 2026
Registration & Payment
16 Mar – 3 May
Innovation Week
4–8 May 2026

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.

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Days of Innovation

12

Sub-Themes

7

Participant Categories

8

Strategic Objectives

What We Aim to Achieve

Objectives

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Provide a platform for showcasing innovative ideas, prototypes, and research outputs.

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Promote entrepreneurship and commercialization of innovations.

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Strengthen university–industry–community linkages.

04

Encourage student-led and staff-driven innovation.

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Attract partnerships, sponsorships, and funding opportunities.

06

Support solutions addressing environmental conservation, tourism, and sustainable development.

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Enhance MMara-U's visibility as an innovation hub for impact.

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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

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Booth space location

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Speaking opportunity

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Complimentary passes

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Dedicated networking session

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Get Involved

Register & Submit Your Innovation

Deadline: 30th April 2026 · Innovation Week: 4–8 May 2026, Maasai Mara University Main Hall