The Kenya Chemical Society was officially registered on September 19, 1991 and the first Governing Council Office bearers were elected on February 20, 1992. This was followed by the Inaugural Kenya Chemical Society Conference on June 7, 1993
The objectives of the Kenya Chemical Society are to:
1. Promote the advances of chemical sciences and technology in Kenya.
2. Enhance communication and coord
ination among the chemists and related professionals in Kenya.
3. Provide an enabling forum for discussion and a medium for dissemination of chemical knowledge among the members of the Kenya Chemical Society and the public at large.
4. Encourage advanced training and research capabilities in chemical sciences in Kenya and immediate neighboring nations.
5. Cooperate with the government of Kenya and other public/private bodies or institutions in national development.
6. Initiate collaboration with chemical and related industries.
7. Seek cooperation with other national and international chemical organizations, aimed at organizing joint venture forums, exchanging information and other related activities.
8. Put in place and maintain professional standards (Chemical Safety and Security) among the members of Kenya Chemical Society.
9. Promote the welfare of chemists in Kenya and the region at large.
