The Irish government says it will work closely with the Kenyan government to promote Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education.
Speaking during the launch of the 7th edition of Young Scientists Kenya programme, Irish Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Defence, Micheál Martin said his country will work closely to promote the education, particularly among young women.
‘’Partnering with Kenya in the field the Education is something very caused to our hearts and particularly in the area of STEM. We want to work with Kenya even further in respective STEM education and particularly for young women and young girls’’ he said.
Mr. Martin lauded the National Science and Technology Exhibition which is modelled around the Irish BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition (BT YSTE).
“The BT YSTE has profoundly influenced Ireland’s economy by fostering innovation, nurturing young talent, and encouraging STEM education. This exhibition has not only produced future leaders and innovators but has also significantly contributed to our nation’s economic growth by promoting a culture of scientific inquiry and entrepreneurship over the last 60 years,” he said.
Mr. Martin appreciated the potential of the Young Scientist Kenya initiative, stating, it embodies a vision that resonates with global aspirations for educational excellence and innovation.
“Ireland fully supports YSK’s mission to inspire and empower young minds in Kenya and beyond. By investing in the youth and their scientific pursuits, we can collectively address global challenges and drive sustainable development,” stated Mr. Martin.
This year, Young Scientists Kenya (YSK) says it has received 1,780 project abstracts for its 7th edition of the National Science and Technology Annual Exhibition 2024.
YSK National Director, Dr. Eng. Victor Mwongera this year, they were keen on projects under the theme – ‘Using STEM to Champion Climate Change Solutions”
Dr. Mwongera emphasized that the 7th Edition of the YSK exhibition aims to inspire students to pursue STEM pathways, showcase their scientific research and innovations, create linkages, and build their skills for further research and commercialization.
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