Forest canopy

Celebrating KEFRI @ 40

KEFRI 6th Scientific Conference and Exhibition 2026

November 24th – 26th, 2026 • Nairobi

“Advancing Research in Forestry for Landscape Restoration, Climate Change and Better Livelihoods”

Dates & Location

Venue KEFRI Headquarters, Muguga, Nairobi Venue, accommodation & travel
Conference 24 – 26 November 2026 Tuesday to Thursday Arrivals and exhibition setup: Monday 23 November KEFRI @ 40 celebration: Friday 27 November
Registration Registration is open See registration fees
Abstract submission Closed Deadline was 31 July 2026
Full paper submission Closed Deadline was 3 November 2026

Conference objectives: a platform for

  1. 01Dissemination of results from forestry research.
  2. 02Exchange of scientific knowledge relevant to forestry and allied natural resources.
  3. 03Follow-up to the KEFRI Commercial and Investment Conference.
  4. 04Celebrating 40 years of KEFRI’s existence.
  5. 05Build-up to the IUFRO World Congress 2029, to be hosted by KEFRI.

Conference details

Announcement and Call for Abstracts for Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI) 6th Scientific Conference and Exhibition 2026. Celebrating KEFRI @40 and build-up to 27th IUFRO World Congress in 2029.

KEFRI invites submission of abstracts for oral and poster presentation for the conference under reference.

Conference Themes

The Scientific Conference and Exhibition 2026 is divided into the following themes and sub-themes:

Theme 01

Productive Trees, Forests, and Landscapes for Inclusive Societies

  • Tree germplasm, propagation and improvement.
  • Forest establishment and management for optimal productivity.
  • Agroforestry and commercial forestry for livelihood and climate resilience.
  • Integrated management for forest health and forest fires.
Theme 02

Enhancing Forest Biodiversity, Ecosystem Services and Resilience to Climate Change

  • Technologies for landscape restoration and ecosystem monitoring.
  • Watershed and Mangroves conservation and management for enhanced blue economy.
  • Integrated ecosystem valuation for sustainable and equitable futures.
  • Adaptive strategies for sustainable management of fragile ecosystems.
  • Adaptive strategies for invasive species management.
Theme 03

Forestry Innovations for Livelihood Enhancement and Circular Economy

  • Enhancing wood utilisation in the built environment.
  • Nature based enterprise for enhanced livelihoods.
  • Technologies for optimizing bio energy resources.
Theme 04

Forest Policy, Legislation and Institutional Frameworks for Enhanced Resilience and Livelihoods

  • Inclusive governance and livelihoods.
  • Participatory forest management, community empowerment and livelihood.
  • Marketing, trade and green jobs.
  • Adoption of forest technologies and standards.
  • Socio economic dimensions of climate resilience in forest communities.
Theme 05

Forests and Trees for the Future through Innovation, Education, and Partnerships

  • Digital tools for forestry development.
  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine learning.
  • Community led science.
  • Innovations in forestry education, capacity building, and knowledge sharing.
  • Sustainable and innovative financing.

Conference Schedule

The conference important dates are as follows:

15th January 2026

Announcement and Call for Abstracts

18th June 2026

Second Call for Abstracts

31st July 2026

Deadline for Submission of Abstracts

15th August 2026

Feedback for Revised Abstracts

3rd November 2026

Deadline Submission of Full Papers (Closed)

23rd November 2026

Arrivals and Exhibition Setup

24th – 26th November 2026

Conference and Exhibition

27th November 2026

KEFRI @ 40 Celebration

Field work

Abstracts

Submission Process and Decision Criteria

KEFRI invites submission of abstracts under any of the sub-themes, for oral or poster presentation.

  1. 01 Closed

    Abstracts

    Prepare your abstract using the guidelines, then send it as an email attachment.

  2. 02 Closed · 3 November 2026

    Full papers

    Authors whose abstracts are accepted prepare their full papers using the paper guidelines.

  3. 03

    Publishing

    Selected papers, with the consent of the author, will be published in a special issue of the East African Agricultural and Forestry Journal.

Venue, Accommodation & Travel

The conference will be held at the headquarters of the Kenya Forestry Research Institute.

 KEFRI Venue

Accommodation

Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI) House

You're welcome to spend time at KEFRI House within our campus, which gives you easy access to the conference venue. Located within Muguga Forest - composed of natural forests, research plots of diverse species - it is ideal for persons who wish to be away from the city.

Important: Please ensure early booking as KEFRI House has a limited capacity of 30 participants.
Rate 38 EUR for Bed, Breakfast, and Dinner per night
Airport Transfer (Optional) 21 EUR per car load from JKIA to the hotel on one way basis (maximum 3 guests per saloon car).
Booking Email enterprise@kefri.org
Email Subject KEFRI CONFERENCE 23rd - 27th November 2026

Travel & Visa Information

Visa Application for Kenya

For visa information, including requirements and application procedures, please visit the following link: etakenya.go.ke.

Exhibition 2026

Exhibitors

Showcase your products, research and innovations to delegates at the KEFRI 6th Scientific Conference and Exhibition 2026.

Exhibitor package KES 50,000 EUR 337.84 for international exhibitors
Book a Booth

What's included

  • 1 table, 2 seats
  • Meal vouchers for 2 exhibitors
  • Power supply
  • Wi-Fi / Internet access
Exhibition setup Monday, 23rd November, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Exhibitors are welcome to bring their own screens or TVs for display.

Registration

Secure your seat at the conference.

Category Local participantsRegistering from Kenya International participantsRegistering from outside Kenya
Presenter / Delegate KES 15,000 EUR 175.00
Student KES 5,000 EUR 33.78
Exhibition booth1 table, 2 seats KES 50,000 EUR 337.84
BanquetAccompanying person or exhibitor KES 5,000 EUR 33.78
BanquetPresenter or delegate Included Included

Fees cover conference materials, meals and refreshments, and are confirmed at registration.kefri.org.

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