The University of Nairobi hosted the 16th biennial Pan Africa Chemistry Network (PACN) Congress from October 29 to 31, 2024, bringing together leading scientists, researchers, policymakers, and stakeholders from across Africa and beyond. Celebrating its 16th anniversary, the PACN Congress underscored the ongoing commitment of the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) to support scientific development and capacity building on the continent.

The University of Nairobi played host to the inaugural Science Communication and Diplomacy Conference on October 15-16, 2024, bringing together leading figures from academia, government, and scientific communities. The event, organized in collaboration with the Scientists of Kenya Association (SCOKA), focused on the theme "Effective Science Communication for Technological Innovation and Adoption in Kenya."