Uganda Tourism Board (UTB), in partnership with Uganda Institution of Professional Engineers (UIPE), wish to announce that Uganda has won the bid to host the prestigious 2025 UNESCO Africa Engineering Week and African Engineering Conference.
The 2025 edition will take place from 14th to 20th September 2025 at the Speke Resort Convention Centre, Munyonyo, Kampala, under the theme: “Leveraging Engineering Innovations and Technology to Accelerate Africa’s Socio Economic Transformation.”
The event will bring together engineers, policymakers, and stakeholders from across the continent to share knowledge, showcase advancements, and address critical challenges in the field of engineering.
The UNESCO African Engineering Week is an annual continent wide celebration that raises the profile of the engineering profession, emphasizes its crucial role in sustainable development, and inspires the next generation of engineers by integrating practical applications into Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education.
The 2025 UNESCO African Engineering Week and Africa Engineering Conference will feature a diverse program of activities that include educational workshops, public awareness events, mentoring activities, technical sessions, and networking opportunities.
These activities will highlight the vital role of engineers as problem-solvers, showcasing the practical applications of engineering in addressing real-world challenges while fostering collaboration among engineers, educators, and policymakers to support the African Union’s Agenda 2063 and contribute to a better quality of life across Africa.
Juliana Kagwa, Chief Executive Officer, said, “Hosting this prestigious event aligns with our efforts to position Uganda as a leading destination for conferences and events. We are confident that attendees will experience the beauty and hospitality of Uganda while also contributing to the important discussions and advancements in the field of engineering.”
UTB and UIPE are working closely with partners and stakeholders to deliver a well coordinated and memorable event. With preparations underway, Uganda looks forward to welcoming delegates from across the continent to engage in meaningful dialogue, celebrate engineering excellence, and explore the many opportunities the country has to offer as a top destination for conferences and innovation.
Press statement from Uganda Tourism Board