Kenya Medical Research Institute

Kenya Medical Research Institute Established in 1979, KEMRI is the national body mandated to carry out Human Health Research in Kenya
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The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a state corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979, as the national body responsible for carrying out health research in Kenya, Currently, KEMRI operates under Legal Notice 35 of March 2021. Since it's inception, KEMRI has developed a critical mass of scientists and technical personnel, to enable it mount a competitive research infrastructure to rank as a leading centre of excellence in health research both in Africa as well as globally.

Congratulations to Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative (DNDi) for being awarded the Hideyo Noguchi Africa Prize in t...
22/08/2025

Congratulations to Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative (DNDi) for being awarded the Hideyo Noguchi Africa Prize in the medical
services category!

We're proud to partner with DNDi to develop affordable treatments for and to ensure they’re available, and adapted to the communities who need them the most.

As comes to a close in Yokohama, the KEMRI Board Chair Dr. Abdullahi Ali and DG KEMRI Prof. Songok paid a courtesy ca...
22/08/2025

As comes to a close in Yokohama, the KEMRI Board Chair Dr. Abdullahi Ali and DG KEMRI Prof. Songok paid a courtesy call on Ms. IBI Tomomi, the Deputy Director General, Human Development JICA Headquarters in Tokyo.. Among other things they discussed on how the two organizations can enhance their collaboration with a view to strengthen human resource capacity development at KEMRI.

Also present was ITO Miwa , the Director Health Team JICA Headquarters, Dr. Martin Bundi, Ag. Director Research Capacity Building at KEMRI and Samiya Rashid a PhD student in Nagasaki University.

The curtains have come down on the Annual Meeting. The gathering has reaffirmed the consortium commitment to tackling ...
20/08/2025

The curtains have come down on the Annual Meeting. The gathering has reaffirmed the consortium commitment to tackling Africa’s most pressing health challenges through capacity building, regional solidarity and shared expertise

Today is 🦟We reaffirm our commitment to advancing research, driving innovation, and empowering communities in the figh...
20/08/2025

Today is 🦟

We reaffirm our commitment to advancing research, driving innovation, and empowering communities in the fight against malaria and other mosquito-borne diseases.

At KEMRI's leadership, led by Board Chair Dr. Abdullahi Ali and DG Prof. Elijah Songok, is actively engaging in high-l...
20/08/2025

At KEMRI's leadership, led by Board Chair Dr. Abdullahi Ali and DG Prof. Elijah Songok, is actively engaging in high-level discussions shaping the future of healthcare in Africa.

At the Thematic Event on the Africa Health and Wellbeing Initiative, where Health CS Hon. Aden Duale delivered a keynote, KEMRI reinforced its commitment to advancing Japan-Africa-Public-Private Partnerships for stronger health systems and economic growth.

In another session on Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs), KEMRI joined partners including Prof. Satoshi Kaneko of Nagasaki University and Japanese MP Ayano Kunimitsu, to explore collaborative research and innovation to tackle .

KEMRI’s presence at underscores its central role in shaping Africa’s health research and partnerships for a healthier future.

Ahead of the scheduled to officially open in Yokohama, Japan on 20th August 2025, KEMRI Board chair, Dr. Abdullahi Ali...
19/08/2025

Ahead of the scheduled to officially open in Yokohama, Japan on 20th August 2025, KEMRI Board chair, Dr. Abdullahi Ali and DG-KEMRI Prof Elijah Songok, joined the PS, MoH Mary Muthoni, DG Health Dr. Patrick Amoth, Bill Gates and Member, House of Representatives Ichiro AISAWA for Pre-TICAD Round Table with Japanese Parliamentarians among others.

This conference, which is held every three years, serves as a platform for discussing and collaborating on African development with a focus on co-creation of solutions for challenges facing Africa and the international community.

Stakeholders in the Eastern Africa Consortium for Clinical research (EACCR3) have gathered for their three-day Annual Me...
18/08/2025

Stakeholders in the Eastern Africa Consortium for Clinical research (EACCR3) have gathered for their three-day Annual Meeting, proudly hosted by KEMRI, this year’s gathering is especially significant as the Consortium celebrates 15 years of partnership.

Over the years, EACCR has been instrumental strengthening research capacity across institutions, promoting knowledge sharing and mentorship for young scientists, and has contributed to sustainable solutions in health research and innovation. This milestone not only reflects a rich history of collaboration but also paves the way for even greater impact as the Consortium enters Phase 4

KEMRI joined stakeholders in the Harnessing Innovation in Global Health for Quality Care programme meeting. Representing...
15/08/2025

KEMRI joined stakeholders in the Harnessing Innovation in Global Health for Quality Care programme meeting. Representing the Ag. DG, Dr. Rose Bosire spotlighted neonatal hospital care, the critical role of nurses, staffing gaps & the need to strengthen care from admission to post-discharge to boost newborn survival.

📢 Registration for is open!We welcome researchers, policymakers, public health experts, climate scientists, developmen...
13/08/2025

📢 Registration for is open!

We welcome researchers, policymakers, public health experts, climate scientists, development partners, and advocates to join the Pan-African Conference on Environment, Climate Change and Health: Science to Policy, a convergence of minds to craft actionable solutions for Africa’s climate and health future.

🗓️ Dates: 21–24 October 2025
📍 Venue: Emara Ole-Sereni, Nairobi, Kenya
🎯 Theme: Harnessing Science, Policy, and Partnerships for Environmental Sustainability and Climate-Health Resilience

🔗 Register now: https://pan-africanconference.com/

Day One Highlights from the Devolution Conference – Homa Bay CountyThe first day of the Devolution Conference concluded ...
13/08/2025

Day One Highlights from the Devolution Conference – Homa Bay County

The first day of the Devolution Conference concluded beautifully in the scenic Homa Bay County, following an inspiring official opening ceremony led by H.E. President William Ruto.

KEMRI was proud to showcase its innovations and research at our vibrant exhibition stand, which attracted hundreds of enthusiastic visitors.

We were honoured to be represented by our Board Chair, Dr. Abdullahi Ali, Ag. Director General Prof. Elijah Songok, and Board Directors Mr. Luka Chemwolo and Mr. Victor Momanyi, who engaged with delegates, partners, and members of the public.

We look forward to more enriching engagements in the days ahead as we highlight KEMRI’s role in advancing health research for Kenya and beyond.

We are proud to have attended the Inaugural Bio-Vaccine Research Conference at Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and T...
07/08/2025

We are proud to have attended the Inaugural Bio-Vaccine Research Conference at Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), a joint initiative between the host, International Vaccine Institute (IVI), and KAIST aimed at strengthening collaborations on biotechnology and vaccine research to curb infectious diseases in Africa

📢 We invite researchers, policymakers, public health experts, and climate advocates to 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 for the Pan-African Conf...
05/08/2025

📢 We invite researchers, policymakers, public health experts, and climate advocates to 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 for the Pan-African Conference on Environment, Climate Change and Health: Science to Policy, a convergence of minds to discuss and shape actionable solutions for Africa’s climate and health future.

🎯 Theme: 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞-𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞
📅 Dates: 21st – 24th October 2025
📍 Venue: Emara Ole-Sereni, Nairobi, Kenya

🔗 Register now at: https://pan-africanconference.com/

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The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) is a state corporation established through the Science and Technology (Amendment) Act of 1979, as the national body responsible for carrying out medical health research in Kenya. Since it's inception, KEMRI has developed a critical mass of scientists and technical personnel, to enable it mount a competitive research infrastructure to rank as a leading center of excellence in health research both in Africa as well as globally.

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To be a leading centre of excellence in research for human health

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