TUM Showcases Innovations and Research Excellence at the 5th Mombasa Ocean Festival

The Technical University of Mombasa (TUM) wowed visitors and the public with innovative creations and cutting edge research at the 5^th Mombasa Ocean Festival held at the Swahili Pot Hub on Friday, June 19, 2026.

The exhibitions aptly demonstrated TUM's commitment to developing practical solutions that address societal challenges and contribute to sustainable development.

The University's exhibition featured a wide range of projects, technologies, and research innovations from the School of Engineering and Technology, Institute of Maritime and Seafaring Studies, Institute of Computing and Informatics, and the School of Humanities and Social Sciences.

The exhibits highlighted the creativity, ingenuity, and problem-solving capabilities of TUM students, researchers, and faculty members, demonstrating the transformative role of higher education in driving innovation and development.

Throughout the festival, visitors to the TUM exhibition stand engaged with students and researchers, exploring innovative ideas and technologies while gaining insight into the University's growing contribution to research, entrepreneurship, community engagement, and industry-driven solutions.

The interaction also provided the University with a valuable opportunity to showcase the impact of its academic programmes and research initiatives in addressing emerging local, national, and global challenges.