Kenya grants charter to establish two new institutes to promote education and innovation

grant President of the Republic of Kenya William Ruto signed the charter for both the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) and the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), in a move aimed at expanding higher education opportunities and promoting scientific research and innovation in the country, in a move that reflects a strategic direction towards strengthening the higher education and scientific research system.

Kenya grants charter to establish two new institutes to promote education and innovation

The announcement ceremony took place at the State House in Nairobi, where the presidency confirmed that this step represents a well-considered strategic move to support the education system and build scientific capacity in Kenya.

The presidency explained that the future the country seeks to build depends on good education, local innovation, and continuous scientific research, noting that universities and institutes will play a pivotal role in preparing scientists, engineers, doctors, and innovators.

She added that the role of these institutions will not be limited to supporting development within Kenya only, but will also extend to contributing to providing scientific solutions and knowledge contributions at the global level.

She emphasized that this step comes within a national vision to promote education linked to applied research, and to support innovation as a key tool for achieving sustainable development.

This comes within the framework of a government approach aimed at expanding opportunities for innovation and developing scientific capabilities within the country, which contributes to supporting the national development process. The step comes within the framework of a broader vision to link education with applied research, and to encourage international partnerships in the fields of advanced sciences and medical research.

In a separate context, the government approved Kenyan  In Nairobi, there are three main legal packages aimed at enhancing the country's attractiveness as a global investment destination.

This package includes the Income Tax Law, in Kenya The Special Economic Zones Law (amendment) and the «Technopolis» Law, within an integrated vision to establish a more efficient, transparent and competitive business environment.

The new income tax law focuses on reorganizing the administration of capital gains tax, ensuring simplified procedures and greater transparency.

The law also seeks to align the Kenyan tax system with international best practices, which enhances investor confidence and improves Kenya’s ranking in ease of doing business indicators. This new tax approach does not aim to increase burdens, but rather to achieve a balance between stimulating investment and ensuring fair collection.