Cemastea

𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐌 𝐊𝐄𝐍𝐘𝐀 𝐒𝐄𝐓 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝟔𝟕𝐓𝐇 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐒 𝐎𝐋𝐘𝐌𝐏𝐈𝐀𝐃 𝐈𝐍 𝐒𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐇𝐀𝐈, 𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐀

Kenya is proudly represented at the 67th International Mathematics Olympiad [IMO], to be held in Shanghai, People’s Republic of China from 12th to 22nd July 2026. By Team Kenya consisting of five exceptionally gifted students selected purely on merit: Gilbert Ongoro, Shawn Kimutai, Alvin Komu, Jed Oloo, and Mulwa Baraka.

The team is accompanied by:
Team Leader: Dr. James Katende – University of Nairobi
Deputy Team Leader: Mr. Martin Mungai – CEMASTEA

Selection & Preparation

The students emerged from a rigorous national process organised by KMO, a joint outfit by CEMASTEA, UoN and the University of Waterloo formed to advance a strong math culture in our schools, that attracted over 16,000 learners across the country. Selection was conducted through three rounds of competitive testing. This partnership underscores Kenya’s commitment to nurturing talent and strengthening STEM education.

In further preparation for the global contest, the team benefited from the African Olympiad Academy [AOA] Rising Star Program based in Rwanda. Under the leadership of Dr. Arun Shanmuganathan, an IMO finalist in 2011, the Academy provided air tickets and specialized contest preparation for the students. This support reflects the growing spirit of African collaboration in advancing mathematics excellence.

Performance and Outlook
Team Kenya enters the IMO with great momentum, having recently won a Gold Medal at the Pan-African Mathematics Olympiad [PAMO] in Côte d’Ivoire last month.

According to Deputy Team Leader Mr. Martin Mungai, the team is confident and ready: “Our students have prepared thoroughly. We are optimistic that they will fly the Kenyan flag high at this prestigious global competition that has brought together 120 countries.” The People’s Republic of China is hosting this year’s 67th Olympiad.

China has invested heavily in the advancement of the mathematics discipline, which has seen it produce the top team globally for the last 15 years. This is a clear testament to the role of mathematics in driving innovation, problem-solving, and national development.

𝟗𝐭𝐡 𝐁𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐡𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 (𝐀𝐒𝐏 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔)

CEMASTEA is hosting the 9th Biennial African School of Fundamental Physics and Applications (ASP 2026), which brings together Physics educators, students, researchers and leading scientists from across the globe from July 6th to 18th, 2026.

CEMASTEA’s recent research highlights the critical role of Physics education in shaping innovation and problem-solving across energy, health, climate change, communication technologies and industry. Findings emphasize that learners are more motivated when exposed to hands-on STEM outreach initiatives, teacher empowerment and confidence directly influence student enthusiasm for Physics and collaboration between academia, industry and communities strengthens pathways for learners to pursue STEM careers.

The conference has brought together undergraduate and postgraduate Physics students from across Africa and beyond, over 50 lecturers, researchers and scientists from leading global institutions and Physics teachers.

During the opening ceremony, Mrs. Gladys Masai, Ag. CEO of CEMASTEA warmly welcomed participants, emphasising that their diversity and expertise form a truly international and unique learning community. She highlighted the pivotal role of Physics in tackling global challenges and inspiring the next generation of scientists and innovators.

Beyond the conference, a STEM Outreach Initiative will extend to selected secondary schools, exposing learners to exciting Physics experiences. This initiative is expected to spark curiosity, boost motivation and encourage more young people to pursue STEM pathways.

The programme celebrates the commitment of stakeholders in advancing Physics education and scientific excellence. Participants will engage in lectures, discussions, networking and exploration of emerging developments in science and technology.

𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 & 𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐏𝐀𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐒:

𝟐𝟑𝐫𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬, 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 (𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐃𝐀 𝟐𝟑)

𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Physical & Virtual

📍 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞:Adwa Victory Memorial Museum, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞:November 9-13, 2026

𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐞: Empowering Africa through STEAM Education and Innovation for Sustainable Development and Global Competitiveness

💡 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐬:
• Learner Presentations (School Visits) •Panel Discussions and Keynote Speech • Paper & Poster Presentations •Innovations & Exhibitions •Workshops

📝 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬:

• Call for Papers Opens: 24th June, 2026
• Approval of Abstracts: 30th August 2026
• Deadline for submission of full papers: 30th September 2026

✅ 𝐏𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐛𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭: 250 words and indicate the Sub-theme; Full Paper: At most 10 pages, APA referencing style, Times New Roman 12 (No PDF)

🔗 Register now using the link: https://bit.ly/4uxWJtZ

📧 Submit papers to: [email protected]

🌐 More info: www.smase-africa.org

Join us in shaping the future of STEM education in Africa!

Junior School Teachers trained on Virtual Labs.

Click the links below for more:

Kisumu
https://www.001fm.co.ke/over-150-kisumu-junior-school-teachers-trained-on-virtual-science-labs-to-boost-cbc-learning/

https://www.kenyanews.go.ke/virtual-labs-to-bridge-science-equipment-gap-in-kisumu-schools/

https://www.the-star.co.ke/counties/nyanza/2026-07-01-virtal-laboratories-introduced-to-boost-stem-learning-in-kisumu

https://peopledaily.digital/news/no-lab-no-problem-kisumu-teachers-turn-to-virtual-science-labs-under-cbc?fbclid=IwdGRzaASxysFjbGNrBLHKrGV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHjq2KbhoSkf01xohJKwRwC2kUGpISzi1rIT4bAyubIZ1Sggj5Nalx6OMjt4v_aem_sJStK9A1mqZK8y19JpsPnA&sfnsn=wa

Busia
https://www.kenyanews.go.ke/virtual-labs-to-bridge-science-practical-gap-in-busia-jss-schools/

Vihiga
https://www.kenyanews.go.ke/vihiga-teachers-undergo-smasse-training-on-virtual-labs/

https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001551661/cemastea-trains-teachers-to-use-virtual-laboratories-in-stem-lessons

Baringo
https://www.kenyanews.go.ke/virtual-laboratories-offer-reprieve-for-cbc-system/