Press Release
A new collaboration will connect university research with industry expertise to develop practical technology solutions. It will strengthen digital skills and support innovation across Kenya and the region.
Strathmore University’s iLabAfrica Research and Innovation center and Impax Business Solutions Limited have formalized a strategic partnership. The partnership aims to accelerate the development and application of technology solutions. It addresses real-world challenges facing businesses and institutions in Kenya and the wider region.
The partnership, formalized during a signing ceremony in Nairobi on 19 August 2026, brings together iLabAfrica’s research, innovation and academic capabilities with Impax Business Solutions’ experience in enterprise technology and digital transformation. The collaboration will focus on translating research and emerging technologies into practical applications while strengthening the pipeline of digital talent equipped to respond to industry needs.
Under the partnership, the two organizations will collaborate on applied research and innovation, knowledge exchange, skills development, mentorship, industry engagement and the development of technology-driven solutions. The collaboration will also create opportunities for students, researchers and industry professionals to engage more closely in solving practical challenges through technology.
The partnership comes at a time when organizations across Kenya and the region are increasingly looking to technology not only to improve operational efficiency, but also to create new models of service delivery, strengthen decision-making and remain competitive in a rapidly evolving digital economy.
This partnership provides an important bridge between research, education and industry application. By working closely with Impax Business Solutions, we can create opportunities for our researchers and students to engage with real industry challenges while advancing solutions that have practical relevance beyond the university. Our shared ambition is to contribute to a stronger innovation ecosystem where research translates into tangible impact.
