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The Board of Directors, Management, and the Staff of the Kenya National Commission for UNESCO join the nation in mourning the passing of The Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga, EGH. We extend our deepest condolences to his family and to the people of the Republic of Kenya. His distinguished service, unwavering dedication to democracy, and  […]

Strategic Partnership Meeting on AI in TVET A strategic physical and virtual meeting was held today 7th October 2025 at the Microsoft Offices at Dunhill Towers, Westlands, Nairobi, which is the Africa Development Centre (ADC) and a regional hub for East Africa. The meeting aimed to strengthen collaboration between Microsoft, Kenya National Commission for UNESCO […]

𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞-𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 KNATCOM Strengthens Local Capacity at Biosphere ReservesSustainable development through nature-based solutions (NbS), with a strong emphasis on community empowerment, gender equity, and youth inclusion.In June 2025, KNATCOM conducted a comprehensive study at the Malindi-Watamu-Arabuko Sokoke and Mount Kenya-Lewa Biosphere Reserves. The objective: to evaluate the effectiveness, scalability, and sustainability of […]

KNATCOM Champions STEM Innovation in Kenya Through “Windows to STEM” Initiative The Kenya National Commission for UNESCO (KNATCOM), through its Natural Sciences Programme, proudly spearheads the coordination of the Windows to STEM initiative in Kenya—an ambitious programme aimed at transforming STEM education by equipping teachers with cutting-edge skills in AI, robotics, and 3D printing. In partnership with […]

Fostering Collaboration in Education and Sustainability, KNATCOM visits Taita Taveta National Polytechnic – ASPNET Institution. The Kenya National Commission for UNESCO, led by Ag. Secretary General Dr. James Njogu, visited Taita Taveta National Polytechnic on 9th June 2025 in a meaningful engagement aimed at fostering collaboration in education and sustainability. The staff from the Commission […]

Kenya Launches Phase II of UNESCO-CODEMAO Youth Coding Initiative UNESCO, in collaboration with CODEMAO, launched Phase II of the UNESCO-CODEMAO Youth Coding Initiative in Kenya, On 3rd July 2025. The launch event was held at the Tribe Hotel, Village Market, Nairobi, and marked a major milestone in efforts to strengthen digital literacy among young people […]

Ethics Committee Members in Homa Bay County during the Capacity building workshop The Kenya National Commission for UNESCO (KNATCOM), in collaboration with the Homa Bay County Government, is implementing a five-day intensive capacity-building workshop for members of Institutional Scientific and Ethics Review Committees (ISERCs) and Hospital Ethics Committees (HECs). The workshop, hosted at Tom Mboya […]

ISERC’s SOP review for Moi University and MTRH The Kenya National Commission for UNESCO(KNATCOM), in partnership with Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH) and Moi University (MU), reviewed the Institutional Ethics Review Committee (ISERCs) Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). KNATCOM has taken a lead role in supporting the operationalization of ethics committees in research to ensure […]

Macalder, Nyatike Community Unites for Change through UNESCO Club Initiative On 29th–30th June 2025, the Kenya National Commission for UNESCO (KNATCOM) convened a powerful two-day community engagement forum in Macalder, Nyatike Sub-County, Migori County. This initiative sought to empower residents to address long-standing socio-economic and environmental challenges through the formation of a community-driven UNESCO Club. […]

KNATCOM Conducts Capacity Building Training for TVET Trainer of Trainers on Emerging Technologies, Kisii County The Kenya National Commission for UNESCO (KNATCOM) held a capacity building training for TVET Trainer of Trainers on Emerging Technologies at Kisii Agricultural Training Centre, Kisii County. The training held on 23rd and 24th June 2025, was attended by 27 […]