The East African Science and Technology Commission (EASTECO)

East African Science and Technology Commission (EASTECO) is the EAC agency mandated to promote and coordinate the development, management and application of science, technology and innovation (STI) activities in the region. The relevance of EASTECO’s role on coordinating STI activities in the region is largely seen in the EAC focus on the improvement of its global competitiveness for faster and sustainable economic growth with the intention of becoming an industrialized region, with STI as a key driver of socio-economic development and progressive growth.
Our Vision
To contribute to a prosperous, competitive, secure and united East Africa through collaboration in science, technology and innovation
Our Mission
To enhance the economic and social development of the peoples of the East African Community through the promotion and application of science, technology and innovation.

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#GBS2024 East African hosting partner @easteco1's DES, @mfbenda giving his panelist remarks on pathways to shape #bioeconomy in #EastAfrica

Together with @SEIresearch & @icipe/@BioInnovate, they have launched the State of the Bioeconomy in EA report 2024: https://bioinnovate-africa.org/the-state-of-the-bioeconomy-in-eastern-africa-2024/

"#GBS2024 is a pivotal platform to showcase #Africa's potential in building a #greener, more #inclusive economy driven by #science, #innovation, and #indigenousknowledge." - @mfbenda DES @easteco1

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