Dr Kevin Okoth Ouko is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Science, Technology and Innovation Knowledge Systems (STIKS) Programme at the African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS). He is an agricultural economist, researcher, and policy specialist with expertise in science, technology, and innovation policy; food security; sustainable agriculture; research impact; monitoring, evaluation, and learning; climate change; and inclusive development.
Dr Ouko holds a PhD in Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture, an MSc in Agricultural and Applied Economics, and a BSc in Agricultural Economics. His work focuses on strengthening African science, research and innovation ecosystems and enhancing the contribution of evidence to public policy and development.
At ACTS, he contributes to research and policy initiatives involving science granting councils, governments, research institutions and development partners across Africa. His experience includes research, policy analysis, impact assessment, knowledge synthesis, stakeholder engagement and policy dialogues across multiple African countries. His research interests include STI governance, science diplomacy, research impact, food systems, agricultural transformation, climate resilience and research-to-policy linkages.
