{"id":6350,"date":"2026-02-03T09:34:51","date_gmt":"2026-02-03T09:34:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/icta-emos.mu.ac.ke\/?page_id=6350"},"modified":"2026-02-03T16:06:05","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T16:06:05","slug":"about-icta-emos-2026","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/icta-emos.mu.ac.ke\/index.php\/about-icta-emos-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"About ICTA EMOS 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The International Conference on Technological Advancement in Embedded and Mobile Systems (ICTA-EMOS)<\/strong> is the 3rd Edition of a premier global platform bringing together researchers, academics, industry leaders, innovators and policymakers. ICTA-EMOS 2026, hosted by Moi University, Kenya, provides opportunities for sharing cutting-edge research, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and showcasing technological innovations in embedded systems, mobile technologies and applied artificial intelligence.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Following the successful 1st Edition (2022, Arusha, Tanzania) and 2nd Edition (2024, Kigali, Rwanda), this conference continues to strengthen international collaborations and advance Africa\u2019s digital transformation agenda.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ICTA-EMOS 2026 will take place from 26\u201328 August 2026 at Moi University, Kenya, under the theme:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDigital Futures: Applied AI and Electronics for Sustainable Development<\/em><\/strong>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Vision of the Conference<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The vision of ICTA-EMOS 2026 is to advance cutting-edge research, foster interdisciplinary innovation and strengthen international collaboration in embedded systems, mobile technologies, and applied artificial intelligence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The conference seeks to empower stakeholders from academia, industry and government to shape the future of intelligent systems, accelerate digital transformation and support sustainable development across Africa and the global community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Conference Background<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The International Conference on Technological Advancement in Embedded and Mobile Systems (ICTA-EMOS) has established itself as a key global forum for research and innovation in ICT and emerging technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • 1st Edition (2022) \u2013 Arusha, Tanzania<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 2nd Edition (2024) \u2013 Kigali, Rwanda<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    These editions attracted participants from Africa, Europe and Asia, contributing significantly to interdisciplinary research, international partnerships and knowledge exchange. ICTA-EMOS 2026 builds on this strong foundation to further expand its global reach and impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Conference Theme and Focus Areas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The 2026 edition is guided by the theme:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u201cDigital Futures: Applied AI and Electronics for Sustainable Development<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Key focus areas include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • AI for African Development<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Machine Learning for Health, Agriculture and Industry<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Software Engineering and Intelligent Systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Embedded Systems, Robotics and Mobile Computing<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Smart Cities, IoT and Connected Infrastructure<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • High-Performance Computing and Data Infrastructures<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Digital Policy, Ethics, Privacy and Regulation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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      Objectives of the Conference<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      The conference aims to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Provide a global platform for interdisciplinary research exchange<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Strengthen academic\u2013industry\u2013government collaboration<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Build capacity for African researchers, students, and practitioners through workshops and tutorials<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Showcase technological innovations from academia, industry, and government<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Support evidence-based digital transformation through research-informed dialogue<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Position Kenya and Moi University as regional leaders in AI, modelling, and digital innovation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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        Expected Outcomes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        ICTA-EMOS 2026 is expected to deliver:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • Peer-reviewed conference proceedings<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Joint research initiatives and international collaborations<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • White papers on AI governance, digital transformation and emerging technologies<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Capacity-building outcomes from hands-on workshops and training<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Innovation showcases and strengthened industry partnerships<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Expanded global ICTA-EMOS research networks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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