The wait is finally over! The 12th International Conference of the Kenya Chemical Society (KCS) and the 10th Federation of African Societies of Chemistry (FASC) Congress officially begins today, 9 September 2026, bringing together leading scientists, researchers, academics, students, innovators, industry professionals and policymakers for three days of scientific discovery, knowledge exchange and collaboration.
Harnessing the Power of Chemistry for a Sustainable Future
This year’s conference is being held under the theme:
“Harnessing the Power of Chemistry for a Sustainable Future”
The conference provides a platform for researchers, academics, students, innovators, industry professionals and policymakers to explore how chemistry and related disciplines can contribute to solving some of Africa’s and the world’s most pressing challenges.
Key discussions will focus on health, water, energy, food and agriculture, environmental sustainability, materials science, nanochemistry, computational chemistry and artificial intelligence in chemistry.
📅 Conference Programme & Event Schedule
Participants can access the official conference programme and schedule to view the sessions, presentations, keynote addresses, plenary lectures, partner presentations, breaks and other activities taking place throughout the conference.
Download the Official Event Schedule
📥 DOWNLOAD CONFERENCE EVENT SCHEDULE (PDF)
The programme includes important details such as session times, activities, speakers, keynote and plenary presentations, partner sessions and other conference engagements.
We encourage all delegates and participants to download the programme and keep it readily available throughout the conference.
Key Conference Areas
The conference will explore seven major sub-themes:
- Health
- Water
- Energy
- Environment, Green Chemistry and Chemical Safety & Security
- Food and Agriculture
- Materials Chemistry and Nanochemistry
- Computational Chemistry and Artificial Intelligence in Chemistry
A Meeting of Science, Innovation and Collaboration
The three-day gathering provides an opportunity for participants to present cutting-edge research, exchange ideas, develop professional networks and explore opportunities for collaboration.
The conference also seeks to strengthen connections between academia, industry, government and policymakers, ensuring that scientific discoveries can translate into practical solutions for society.
Three Days of Scientific Engagement
From 9 to 11 September 2026, delegates will participate in keynote presentations, plenary lectures, scientific discussions, networking sessions and other activities designed to promote scientific excellence and innovation.
The event is expected to provide particularly valuable opportunities for young scientists, students and early-career researchers to interact with established researchers and professionals from Kenya, Africa and the international scientific community.
KCS Welcomes All Participants
The Kenya Chemical Society sincerely welcomes all delegates, speakers, researchers, partners, sponsors, volunteers and guests participating in this important scientific gathering.
We look forward to three days of inspiring research, meaningful discussions, new collaborations and innovative ideas that will contribute to the future of chemistry and sustainable development.
The conference is here. The science has begun. The future is being shaped today.
Kenya Chemical Society (KCS)
Harnessing the Power of Chemistry for a Sustainable Future
