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The first hub is located at the University of Nairobi, Chemistry Department. This should bring important benefits for the University, both direct and indirect. By definition, the University would be at the centre of the action, with a very substantial and steadily increasing profile and associated public relations advantages.

The activities organized and coordinated by the hub include:

creating new avenues for researchers across Kenya and Africa
developing new networking and strengthening existing networks across Africa
promoting research collaborations
coordinating of conferences, workshops, and other scientific activities
distribution of educational materials, including books, for schools and universities
working with science teachers across Kenya to further develop the teaching of science
playing a key role in increasing the number of qualified chemical scientists emerging from Africa
administering travel grants and fellowships
developing web pages that would be incorporated into Nairobi University’s web site

Local Management Committee is composed of:

Chairman of the Committee - Professor Shem Wandiga, University of Nairobi
NAPRECA Executive Secretary - Professor Jacob Midiwo (secretary)
Chairman of the Kenya Chemical Society - Professor Charles Nguta, Egerton University
Chairman of the Department of Chemistry, University of Nairobi - Professor Orata Duke Omondi
RSC - Dr Alejandra Palermo
Syngenta, Head of East Africa - Mr Andy Watt
Director of SMASSE

The official launch of the Kenya hub took place in May 2008.

The launch was followed by a scoping workshop with representatives across the African continent who discussed five key areas: Energy, Food, Health, Water and Education. This workshop will help guiding future activities of the hub. A full report on the discussions will be available soon.

Contact and Further Information

Mrs Ruth Odhiambo

PACN Kenya Administrator

University of Nairobi, Chemistry Department, PO Box 30197, NAIROBI

Tel: + 254 723 273 752

Email: Mrs Ruth Odhiambo