Organized by the Public Policy Professionals Society of Kenya (PPPSK), this landmark event will bring together policymakers, researchers, scholars, development partners, civil society leaders, private sector actors, and young professionals from across the world.

The conference will provide a dynamic platform for dialogue, knowledge exchange, and collaborative innovation to address the complex policy challenges of our time. Participants will explore how innovation in policy can foster inclusive growth, strengthen resilience, and accelerate progress toward Vision 2030, Agenda 2063, and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Kenya and Africa are at a pivotal point in governance and development. While progress has been achieved, many policies continue to face challenges in formulation, citizen participation, and implementation. At the same time, disruptive innovations — from digital governance to data-driven decision-making are reshaping how governments, businesses, and societies operate.

ICPPI 2026 positions Kenya as a continental hub for policy innovation and offers participants the opportunity to share research, showcase solutions, and chart pathways toward evidence-based and inclusive policymaking across Africa and beyond.

Conference Objectives

The conference seeks to:

1. Strengthen Policy Formulation & Implementation; Explore innovative approaches and best practices that enhance evidence-based policymaking.
2. Promote Professional Standards in Policy Practice; Showcase PPPSK’s role in professionalizing public policy in Kenya and Africa.
3. Encourage Evidence-Based Decision-Making; Share cutting-edge research and tools that counter guesswork and political bias in policy.
4. Foster Inclusive Governance; Create dialogue platforms for citizens, youth, women, and marginalized groups in the policymaking process.
5. Build Capacity & Networks; Mentor and train upcoming policy professionals, while connecting them with global networks.
6. Align with Vision 2030 & SDGs; Highlight how innovative policies contribute to Kenya’s Vision 2030, the African Union Agenda 2063, and  the UN Sustainable Development Goals.