Eastern Africa Research and Innovation Management Association

8th EARIMA International Conference 26-28th August 2026, Kigali Serena Hotel, Rwanda: MAIN THEME & SUB-THEMES ANNOUNCED

"Advancing Research and Innovation for African Socio-Economic Transformation"

SUB-THEMES
Strengthening Research and Innovation in Bio-manufacturing
Up-checking Research and Innovation in the Era of AI
Uptaking Technology Transfer for Industrial Transformation
Upgrading the Role of Research and Innovation in Humanities
Managing Research and Innovation Grants
Amplifying Research and Innovation Ethics

News & Events

CALL FOR ABSTRACTS: 8th EARIMA International Conference, Kigali Serena Hotel, Rwanda, 26-28 Aug 2026

Link to abstract form submission: https://forms.gle/gHfh65GY9pmeRbLBA Deadline for abstracts submission: 30th June 2026

April 16, 2026

8th EARIMA International Conference, 26-28th August 2026 at Kigali Serena Hotel, Rwanda: MAIN THEME & SUB-THEMES ANNOUNCED

“Advancing Research and Innovation for African Socio-Economic Transformation“ SUB-THEMES Strengthening Research and Innovation in Bio-manufacturing Up-checking Research and Innovation in the Era of AI Advancing

April 6, 2026

SAVE THE DATE: EARIMA 7th Annual Conference 22-25 September 2025 at Protea Hotel, Entebbe, Uganda

April 18, 2025

About

Eastern Africa Research and Innovation Management Association (EARIMA) is a non-profit professional association of research and innovation managers in Eastern Africa. EARIMA provides a platform for a strong regional network of research and innovation practitioners with the aim of strengthening individual and institutional capabilities in research and innovation management across the region.

Strategic priorities

Global partnerships and alliances

To develop and nurture mutually beneficial links with national and international sister associations and organizations, exploring membership opportunities and collaboration avenues to enhance EARIMA’s reach and impact.

Vision

To be the best international association for excellence in research and innovation management, administration and development of the profession.

Mission

To develop, define and promote international best practices in research and innovation management, administration, knowledge transfer and growth of the research enterprise.