Why we exist, where we're going, and what we stand for.
Our Vision
A vibrant community of transformative entrepreneurial institutions driving lasting innovation.
Our Mission
To catalyse the growth and maturity of entrepreneurial potential in universities and research institutions.
Our Values
Ethicality | Innovation | Professionalism | Agility | Afrocentricity
About us
A Movement of Bold Educational Leadership
NEIL is a platform uniting visionary institutional leaders committed to embedding innovation and entrepreneurship into the heart of higher education and research institutions. We cultivate ecosystems where research thrives, startups emerge, and strategic partnerships unlock economic and social transformation.
Our Leadership
NEIL is governed by a distinguished council of visionary leaders from Kenya's premier institutions, driving innovation and entrepreneurship in higher education.
Prof. Margaret Hutchinson
Chair of the NEIL Council
Ag. Vice Chancellor - University of Nairobi
Prof. Laban Ayiro
Deputy Chair of the NEIL Council
Vice Chancellor - Daystar University
Dr. Tonny Omwans (PhD)
Secretary of the Council
CEO - Kenya National Innovation Agency
Prof. Peter Muchiri
Member of the Council
Vice Chancellor - Dedan Kimathi University of Technology
Prof. Eric Koech
Member of the Council
Vice Chancellor - University of Kabianga
Prof. Isaac Kibwage
Member of the Council
Vice Chancellor - Egerton University
Prof. Peninah Aloo-Obudho
Member of the Council
Vice Chancellor - Maasai Mara University
Prof. Robert Gateru
Member of the Council
Vice Chancellor - Riara University
Prof. Emily Achieng Akuno
Member of the Council
Vice Chancellor - Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology
What We Do
Champion Innovation
Gain access to peer learning and faculty exchange programs.
Accelerate Institutional Change
Navigate cultural and structural barriers to entrepreneurship.
Build Strategic Partnerships
Collaborate with industry, government, and fellow institutions.
Drive Impact
Align with national innovation policies and unlock commercialisation funding.