IEEE IDAC & IKSEC 2025: Sustainable Engineering Challenge and STEM Outreach Initiative – A Collaborative Student-Led Program in Kenya

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IEEE Region 8 Collaborative Student Initiatives Booster Program  
Application: IDAC & IKSEC 2025 – Sustainable Engineering & STEM Outreach  
IEEE Kenyatta University Student Branch | Nairobi, Kenya

The International Day of the African Child (IDAC) 2025 and IEEE Kenya Sustainable Engineering Challenge (IKSEC) 2025 is a collaborative, student-led STEM outreach initiatives under the IEEE Region 8 Collaborative Student Initiatives Booster Program. Hosted by the IEEE Kenyatta University Student Branch in partnership with other leading IEEE Student Branches and Young Professionals in Kenya, the event is scheduled for Friday, June 20, 2025, at Mama Ngina University College, Gatundu Constituency, Kiambu County.

Aligned with World Environment Day, the initiative will bring together over 100 junior high school students, IEEE students and YP members, and industry mentors to co-create real-world solutions to pressing environmental issues. Themed "Innovating for a Greener Future", the program will feature a sustainable engineering hackathon, technical workshops, interactive science booths, and mentorship panels that empower young learners to explore careers in engineering, climate resilience, and green technology.

This year’s edition marks a significant scale-up from previous mentorship-only engagements, introducing practical project development, prototyping, and pitching by the students, supported by IEEE mentors. The initiative aims to build long-term impact by setting up IEEE STEM Clubs in participating schools and fostering early interest in engineering careers. Through strong cross-university collaboration, hands-on learning, and meaningful community impact, IDAC & IKSEC 2025 exemplifies the IEEE mission of advancing technology for humanity, starting from the grassroots.


  Date and Time

  Location

  Hosts

  Registration


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  • MNU COLLEGE P.O Box 444-01030, Gatundu, Kenya
  • Nairobi, Nairobi
  • Kenya 00100
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  • Co-sponsored by Mama Ngina University College - Ministry of Education Kenya
  • Starts 02 June 2025 08:58 PM UTC
  • Ends 11 June 2025 09:02 PM UTC
  • No Admission Charge

  Speakers

Ms Josephine Nkangi of Mama Ngina University College MNUC

Topic:

Welcoming Remarks

Head, Student 
Affairs and Outreach 

Biography:

Head, Student 
Affairs and Outreach 

Ms. Rebecca Kariuki of Department of Children Services Sub County Director

Biography:

Department of 
Children Services Sub County Director  


Sr. Consolata Aloo of Tangaza university college

Biography:

Executive secretary 
Next Generation Leaders Programme 
Tangaza University College 

June Lindah Adhiambo

Topic:

ClassifyMe - Your Career Matchmaker

ClassifyMe is a Kenyan EdTech startup revolutionizing career guidance for high school students and graduates. Through AI-driven personalized career and course recommendations, we bridge the gap between passion, potential, and profession. Join us in shaping the future of education!

Biography:

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering - Kenyatta University
Co-FounderCo-Founder
ClassifyMe · 
Student Intern
Eago Group Automations · 
Student Trainee
Defence Forces Memorial Hospital · Internship





Agenda

 

Date: 13th July 2025

Venue : Mama Ngina University College

08:30 AM – Arrival, registration, and collection of photo consent forms
Led by Primary and Secondary Schools Lead Mentors, assisted by Samuel Ndung’u and Victor (MNUC)

08:55 AM – Opening Prayers
By Gachoka Primary School

09:00 AM – Mentorship Session for Pupils and Students

  • Common Mentorship – Equity

  • Group Mentorship – MNUC Students & KU IEEE Officials

  • Flash Mentorship – Professionals: Dr. Annstella Gakii, Dr. Jimrise Ochwach, IEEE Young Professionals
    Teachers present:
    Mr. Muiru Mwangi – Assistant Sub-County Director, Ministry of Education (Gatundu)
    Dr. Michael Mbiriri – MNUC

10:30 AM – Welcoming Remarks
By Ms. Josephine Nkangi, Head of Student Affairs and Outreach

10:40 AM – Entertainment by Participating Schools

  • Kimunyu Primary School

  • Kimunyu Secondary School

  • Mutomo Primary School

  • Muthiga Girls High School

  • Kahuguini Primary School

  • Kahuguini Secondary School

  • Ikuma Primary School

  • Gachoka Primary School

  • Gachoka Secondary School

  • Wamitaa Primary School

  • Muhoho Boys High School
    Coordinator: Mr. Benard Kimani

11:50 AM – Brief Remarks

  • Sub-Chief – Sub-location

  • Chief John Mutheki – Ngenda Location

  • Ms. Rebecca Kariuki – Sub County Director, Department of Children Services

  • Mr. Mwangi – Sub County Director, Teachers Service Commission

  • Ms. Mary Kamurua – Sub County Director of Education

12:20 PM – Brief Remarks
By Prof. Thomas Sakwa

12:30 PM – Remarks
By Prof. Zipporah Ng'ang'a

12:45 PM – Guest Speaker Address
Sr. Consolata Aloo – Executive Secretary, Next Generation Leaders Programme, Tangaza University College

01:10 PM – Vote of Thanks
By a student from Muthiga Girls and a pupil from Kahuguini Primary School

01:20 PM – Group Photo Session
Coordinated by Victor Maina and Samuel Ndung’u

01:30 PM – Lunch
Served by Davis Mwihaki and Ruth Ng’ang’a
Coordinated by Andrew Avwova and lead mentors from all participating schools

02:10 PM – 03:00 PM – School Mentorship Programme Evaluation
Led by Mr. Isaac Muiru, Mr. John Maingi (Kahuguini), and Mr. John Waweru (Mutomo Primary)

Mover of the Event: Ms. Josephine Nkangi – MNUC
Rapporteurs: Ms. Lucy Nderu – Muhoho Secondary and Mr. Samuel Ndung’u – MNUC

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For inquiries, contact:  
IEEE Kenyatta University Student Branch –

opondobroono@gmail.com

Supported by IEEE R8 SAC