During the Kenya Innovation Week 2024, students from Kabarak University’s School of Science, Engineering, and Technology (SSET) showcased their exceptional talent and ingenuity by participating in a prestigious hackathon event. Their innovative creation, the Gas Guard gas leakage detection app, garnered significant recognition from the Kenya Red Cross, ultimately winning them an award for their contribution to public safety.

The Gas Guard app, designed to detect gas leaks in homes, businesses, and industrial environments, addresses a crucial safety concern. Gas leaks are a major cause of accidents, including fires and explosions, and pose serious health risks. The app’s ability to detect leaks quickly and accurately is a vital step toward preventing such disasters, offering both immediate and long-term safety solutions.

The students—Mercy Jemeli, Mercy Njeri, and Felix Masigwa—were awarded 150,000 KES by the Kenya Red Cross, recognizing not only the app's potential to save lives but also their innovative approach to tackling real-world problems through technology. This recognition serves as an endorsement of the hard work and creativity that went into developing the app, and it encourages further exploration of technological solutions that can have a direct and positive impact on society. The students’ success highlights Kabarak University’s dedication to providing its learners with the tools, knowledge, and support to make meaningful contributions to the world.

This award is not just a testament to the students' accomplishments but also to the strength of Kabarak University’s educational philosophy, which emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and the application of knowledge to real-world issues. The university continues to empower its students to lead, innovate, and shape the future with impactful, technology-driven solutions.