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8th Annual HAK Conference

"The Hansard: Milestones, Gains and Impact."

Kisumu County, Kenya
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Successfully Held

The 8th HAK Annual Conference was successfully held from May 10–16, 2026 at Grand Royal Swiss Hotel, Kisumu County, Kenya.

500+
Attendees
7
Days
30+
Speakers
47
Counties
May 10-16, 2026
Grand Royal Swiss Hotel
Kisumu County, Kenya
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About the Conference

Join Legislative Reporting Professionals

The 8th Annual HAK Conference brings together Hansard professionals from all 49 county assemblies and parliamentary departments across Kenya for six days of intensive learning, networking, and professional development.

This year's theme, "The Hansard: Milestones, Gains and Impact.", explores the critical role of legislative reporters in strengthening Kenya's democratic processes through accurate, timely, and accessible parliamentary records.

Expert-Led Sessions

Learn from seasoned parliamentary reporters and international experts in legislative documentation.

Networking Opportunities

Connect with peers from all 49 Hansard departments and build lasting professional relationships.

Professional Certification

Earn continuing professional development credits and certificates of participation.

Poster for 8th Annual Hansard Association of Kenya Conference, May 10-16, 2026 at Grand Royal Swiss Hotel Kisumu, with theme on Hansard milestones and impact.
May 10-16, 2026
Grand Royal Swiss Hotel, Kisumu
Conference Program

Key Topics & Sessions

A comprehensive program covering the latest developments in legislative reporting, digital transformation, and democratic documentation.

Digital Hansard Systems

Exploring modern transcription tools, AI-assisted editing, and digital archive management.

Accessible Parliamentary Records

Making legislative documentation accessible to persons with disabilities and diverse audiences.

County Assembly Best Practices

Sharing successful models from various county assemblies and learning from each other.

Legislative Language & Style

Mastering parliamentary language conventions, terminology, and style guides.

International Perspectives

Learning from Hansard practices in the UK, Australia, South Africa, and other nations.

Quality Assurance in Hansard

Implementing robust quality control measures for accurate parliamentary records.

Conference Program Overview

1-2

May 10-11

Opening Ceremony & Plenary Sessions

3-4

May 12-13

Workshops & Technical Sessions

5-6

May 14-15

Presentations & Closing

Conference Archive

Conference Materials

The 8th Annual HAK Conference has been successfully completed. Access conference proceedings, presentations, and photo gallery below.

8th HAK Conference Successfully Completed

May 10-16, 2026 • Grand Royal Swiss Hotel, Kisumu

Thank You to All Participants!

The 8th Hansard Association of Kenya Conference was a tremendous success. Over 500 participants from 47 county assemblies and national institutions came together for 7 days of productive sessions on parliamentary reporting and democratic documentation.

Photo Gallery

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Proceedings

Access keynote speeches and presentations.

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Conference by the Numbers

500+
Attendees
7
Days
30+
Speakers
47
Counties

Quick Links

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Conference Inquiries

info@hansardkenya.org

+254 721 687710

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Venue & Location

Conference Venue

Join us in the beautiful lakeside city of Kisumu for an unforgettable conference experience.

Grand Royal Swiss Hotel

Join us at the prestigious Grand Royal Swiss Hotel, a premier accommodation and conference facility overlooking Lake Victoria in the heart of Kisumu City. This elegant venue offers modern conference facilities, comfortable accommodations, and stunning views of Africa's largest lake.

Hotel Address

Grand Royal Swiss Hotel
Kisumu City, Kenya

Conference Hours

Daily: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM EAT

On-site Accommodation

Special conference rates available at the hotel

Getting There

Kisumu International Airport (KIS)
350km from Nairobi
Easy road access
Lake Victoria views
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