MMUST Innovation Academy Applauds Innovators at LREB 2025 Hackathon

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) Innovation Academy has commended six outstanding teams for their exemplary performance in the just-concluded 48-hour Lake Region Economic Block (LREB) Hackathon, held under the theme ‘Regional Climate Change and Agri-Expo.’

The highly competitive event brought together innovators from across the region to pitch cutting-edge solutions in three key categories including Climate Smart Economy and Green Finance, Blue and Green Ecosystem Technologies, and Climate Resilient Communities and Health Systems. Participants showcased exceptional creativity, teamwork, and technical expertise as they developed practical, technology-driven responses to climate challenges affecting communities in Kenya.

Speaking during the closing ceremony, the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Solomon Shibairo, congratulated the participants for their creativity and commitment to addressing climate-related challenges through innovation. He noted that the University is keen to upholding research and technology that drive sustainable development.

Reiterating the VC, the Ag. Deputy Vice Chancellor (Planning, Research and Innovation)- Prof. Peter Bukhala, noted that the Hackathon was a clear demonstration of MMUST’s growing capacity to harness innovation for societal impact. He applauded the participants for their innovations and the organizers for creating a platform that nurtures practical solutions to real-world challenges.

The Director, Science Park Innovation and Incubation Centre (SPIIC)-Dr. Tecla Sum expressed gratitude to the University management for the immense support and exemplary leadership and commitment to nurturing innovation and entrepreneurship at MMUST.

The Director, Science Park Innovation and Incubation Centre (SPIIC)-Dr. Tecla Sum speaks during the hackathon.

Launched in February 2025, the MMUST Innovation Academy has already made remarkable strides, registering 76 intellectual properties (IPs) and onboarding over 600 innovators drawn from both the University and the wider community. The Academy continues to play a pivotal role in nurturing innovative talent and promoting sustainable solutions through strategic partnerships and collaborative engagements.