The icipe Science Week 2025 serves as a platform to showcase icipe's research for development (R4D) excellence and its transformative impact on nature and society. The flagship event of this year’s Science Week is the official launch of icipe's Vision and Strategy 2026-2030, marking a pivotal moment in the institution's evolution and its commitment to future-focused research and development. This milestone event will set the strategic direction for icipe's next phase of growth and impact.
Through comprehensive programming featuring scientific presentations, interactive displays, and structured networking opportunities, the Science Week demonstrates icipe's commitment to advancing sustainable solutions that address critical challenges facing Africa and the global community. The Science Week serves as a strategic platform to amplify icipe's research achievements and partnership successes, positioning the institution as a leading voice in entomological research and its applications for sustainable development. It also aims to strengthen strategic collaborations among diverse stakeholders including government agencies, academic institutions, beneficiary communities, diplomatic missions, donor organizations, and private sector partners.
Ultimately, Science Week reinforces icipe’s mission to harness the power of science to improve the livelihoods of people and protect the environment, while building lasting partnerships that drive meaningful change across the continent and beyond.