NATIONALSCIENCEWEEK 2026
The Clock is
Ticking
Uganda's premier annual STI celebration. Don't miss April 30 – May 3, 2026 — register early to secure your place at Kololo Independence Grounds. Free entry for all ages.
Uganda's Flagship
Science Event
NSW has powered Uganda's STI story since 2009 — 17 years of inspiring discovery, connecting innovators with investors, and showcasing what it means to build in Uganda.
Turning Innovation
Into Market Reality
NSW '26 shines a spotlight on Uganda's bold journey of transforming innovation into market-ready solutions. We bring together researchers, investors, government, industry and citizens to showcase how STI drives Uganda's economic qualitative leap.
Join us 30 April – 3 May 2026 at Kololo Independence Grounds as we unveil groundbreaking Ugandan inventions, launch surprise products, and host the largest Investor Summit in NSW history. 9AM – 5PM daily. Free entry for all ages.
Register to Attend →STI Works:
“Powering Uganda to a $500B Economy”
Aligned with Uganda Vision 2040 and the National Development Plan IV — this year's theme demonstrates how Science, Technology and Innovation are the engine powering Uganda's transformation into a $500 billion economy.
Your Role at
NSW 2026
Three distinct pathways. Each designed to create maximum value for investors, visitors and innovators.
Access Uganda’s most curated deal pipeline. Meet vetted innovators, attend pitching sessions, connect with co-investors across Uganda’s high-growth sectors.
Join Investor Summit
Explore hundreds of Ugandan innovations, attend keynotes, watch live demos and experience science hands-on. Open to students, professionals and the public — free entry.
Register Free
Future Makers Hackathon 2026 — Powering Uganda to a $500B Economy. Build practical, scalable prototypes. Teams of 2–5. Win up to UGX 300M in funding & mentorship.
Apply NowReasons to Be Part
of NSW 26
From brand exposure to investment opportunities — NSW delivers measurable value for every type of participant.
The largest showcase of made-in-Uganda inventions across 6 key sectors. Free to explore for all visitors at Kololo.
Present to thousands of visitors, investors and media. Turn your prototype into a recognized brand in four days.
The Investor Summit connects you with 200+ local and international funders. Pre-screened, sector-specific matching.
Direct access to Cabinet Ministers, Permanent Secretaries and policymakers who shape Uganda’s STI agenda and public funding allocation. Your innovations inform national strategy.
Massive TV, radio, print and social coverage throughout the week. Dedicated media feature opportunities for participants. Your story told across Uganda and beyond.
East African buyers, distributors and partners attend. Take your innovation beyond Uganda’s borders.
Exhibitions, keynotes, competitions, forums, pitching and awards. Four days of scientific energy.
Dedicated schools’ day, STEM challenges and youth innovation competitions. Help build Uganda’s next generation of scientists.
NSW in
Pictures
Scenes from past editions — exhibitions, award ceremonies, investor summits and youth science days.
Live · Official launch of National Science Week 2026
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NSW 26
Whether you're an innovator, investor, student or science enthusiast — there's a place for you at National Science Week 2026.
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Past
Editions
Browse galleries and highlights from previous National Science Week events.