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Guide to Information Held by ³Ô¹ÏÍ·Ìõ

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY

GUIDE TO INFORMATION HELD BY KENYATTA UNIVERSITY

Version 1.0

July 2026

1. Introduction

³Ô¹ÏÍ·Ìõ is committed to promoting transparency, accountability, openness, and public participation in accordance with Article 35 of the Constitution of Kenya, the Access to Information Act, 2016, the Data Protection Act, 2019, and other applicable laws.

This Guide to Information Held has been prepared to assist members of the public in identifying the categories of information held by the University, understanding how such information may be accessed, and appreciating the circumstances under which access may be limited in accordance with the law.

The Guide forms part of ³Ô¹ÏÍ·Ìõ’s commitment to proactive disclosure of information and the implementation of the constitutional right of access to information.

2. Legal Framework

This Guide is prepared pursuant to:

  • The Constitution of Kenya, 2010 (Article 35)
  • The Access to Information Act, 2016
  • The Data Protection Act, 2019
  • The Public Archives and Documentation Service Act
  • The Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, 2015
  • The Public Finance Management Act, 2012
  • The Universities Act, 2012
  • The ³Ô¹ÏÍ·Ìõ Charter
  • Other relevant legislation governing public universities in Kenya.

3. About ³Ô¹ÏÍ·Ìõ

Vision

To be a dynamic, inclusive and competitive centre of excellence in teaching, learning, research, innovation and service to humanity.

Mission

To provide quality education and training, promote scholarship, service, innovation and creativity for sustainable individual and societal development.

Core Functions

The University is mandated to:

  • Provide quality university education.
  • Conduct research and innovation.
  • Preserve, generate and disseminate knowledge.
  • Promote community service and outreach.
  • Foster national and international partnerships.
  • Develop competent graduates capable of contributing to national and global development.

4. Purpose of this Guide

The Guide aims to:

  • Inform the public of the information held by ³Ô¹ÏÍ·Ìõ.
  • Promote proactive disclosure of information.
  • Facilitate access to information.
  • Enhance transparency and accountability.
  • Promote public participation.
  • Support compliance with national legislation.

5. Categories of Information Held

5.1 Governance Information

The University maintains governance records including:

  • University Charter
  • University Statutes
  • Council resolutions (where applicable)
  • Senate resolutions (where applicable)
  • Strategic Plans
  • Annual Reports
  • Corporate policies
  • Performance Contracts
  • Service Delivery Charter
  • Institutional Risk Management Framework
  • Internal governance manuals

5.2 Academic Information

Information relating to teaching and learning includes:

  • Academic programmes
  • Admission requirements
  • Programme brochures
  • Academic calendar
  • Examination regulations
  • Graduation requirements
  • Curriculum information
  • Timetables
  • Academic regulations
  • Research policies
  • Library services
  • Open educational resources
  • Student exchange programmes

5.3 Student Information

The University maintains records relating to:

  • Student admissions
  • Registration
  • Student handbook
  • Fee structures
  • Scholarships and financial aid
  • Accommodation services
  • Student welfare services
  • Sports and recreation
  • Clubs and associations
  • Student disciplinary procedures
  • Career services

Note: Individual student records are confidential and are disclosed only in accordance with applicable laws.

5.4 Human Resource Information

Human resource records include:

  • Organizational structure
  • Staff establishment
  • Recruitment procedures
  • Employment opportunities
  • Human Resource Policies
  • Staff development programmes
  • Staff welfare programmes
  • Training opportunities
  • Occupational health and safety information

Personal employment records are protected under the Data Protection Act, 2019.

5.5 Financial Information

The University publishes and maintains information on:

  • Approved budgets
  • Financial statements
  • Annual financial reports
  • Revenue sources
  • Expenditure reports
  • Audit reports
  • Asset registers (where applicable)

5.6 Procurement Information

Procurement information includes:

  • Annual Procurement Plans
  • Tender notices
  • Requests for quotations
  • Requests for proposals
  • Contract awards
  • Framework agreements
  • Asset disposal notices
  • Procurement opportunities for youth, women and persons with disabilities

5.7 Research, Innovation and Commercialization

Information includes:

  • Research centres
  • Research institutes
  • Research publications
  • Innovation projects
  • Patents
  • Intellectual property policies
  • Conferences
  • Grants
  • Consultancy services

5.8 ICT and Digital Services

Information includes:

  • ICT policies
  • Information security policies
  • Website services
  • Email services
  • Learning Management Systems
  • Digital repositories
  • Cybersecurity awareness materials
  • Online student services

5.9 Estates and Infrastructure

The University maintains information relating to:

  • Campus master plans
  • Development projects
  • Buildings
  • Maintenance programmes
  • Environmental management
  • Utilities management
  • Accessibility initiatives

5.10 Public Relations and Corporate Communications

Information includes:

  • Press releases
  • News articles
  • Publications
  • University magazines
  • Newsletters
  • Media statements
  • Branding guidelines
  • Public notices
  • Event information
  • Graduation announcements

5.11 Legal and Compliance Information

Records include:

  • Policies
  • Regulations
  • Legal notices
  • Compliance reports
  • Governance documents
  • Memoranda of Understanding (where publicly available)

5.12 Partnerships and International Programmes

Information includes:

  • International collaborations
  • Exchange programmes
  • Partnership agreements
  • Community engagement programmes
  • International projects

5.13 Quality Assurance

Information maintained includes:

  • Quality assurance policies
  • Institutional audits
  • Programme accreditation
  • Performance reports
  • Service standards
  • Continuous improvement initiatives

6. Information Routinely Published

The University proactively publishes information through its official website and other communication channels, including:

  • Academic programmes
  • Admission notices
  • Graduation information
  • Tender notices
  • Employment opportunities
  • Annual reports
  • Strategic plans
  • Policies
  • Fee structures
  • Research news
  • University events
  • Press releases
  • Public notices
  • Consultancy opportunities
  • Conferences
  • Student information
  • Corporate publications

7. Information Available Upon Request

Members of the public may request access to information including:

  • Public policy documents
  • Administrative records
  • Procurement information
  • Statistical reports
  • Historical records
  • Governance documents
  • Institutional reports
  • Research information (where applicable)
  • Public financial information

Requests shall be processed in accordance with the Access to Information Act, 2016.

8. Information Exempt from Disclosure

Access may be declined where disclosure would:

  • Violate personal privacy.
  • Endanger national security.
  • Interfere with ongoing investigations.
  • Prejudice legal proceedings.
  • Reveal confidential commercial information.
  • Compromise examination integrity.
  • Infringe intellectual property rights.
  • Jeopardize information security.
  • Contravene any written law.

Any refusal shall be accompanied by reasons and information on the right to appeal.

9. How to Request Information

Applications for information should:

  • Be made in writing or electronically.
  • Clearly identify the information requested.
  • Include the applicant’s contact details.
  • Provide sufficient information to enable identification of the records.

The University shall process requests within the timelines prescribed under the Access to Information Act, 2016.

Where applicable, reasonable reproduction charges may apply.

10. Appeals

Where an applicant is dissatisfied with a decision regarding access to information, they may seek review or appeal in accordance with the Access to Information Act, 2016.

11. Records Management

³Ô¹ÏÍ·Ìõ maintains records in accordance with applicable records management laws and standards through:

  • Records creation
  • Classification
  • Secure storage
  • Digital records management
  • Records retention
  • Archiving
  • Secure disposal
  • Disaster recovery measures

12. Access Channels

Information may be accessed through:

  • Official University website
  • Publications
  • Annual reports
  • Public notices
  • Library services
  • Corporate Communications Office
  • Registrar’s Offices
  • Directorate responsible for Access to Information
  • Information Access Officer

13. Contact Information

Information Access Officer

³Ô¹ÏÍ·Ìõ

P.O. Box 43844 – 00100

Nairobi, Kenya

Telephone: +254 (0)20 870 3000

Email: info@ku.ac.ke

Website: www.ku.ac.ke

14. Review of this Guide

This Guide shall be reviewed periodically or whenever there are significant changes in legislation, University policies, organizational structure, or the categories of information held by ³Ô¹ÏÍ·Ìõ.

Disclaimer

While ³Ô¹ÏÍ·Ìõ is committed to facilitating access to information, disclosure shall be subject to the provisions of the Constitution of Kenya, the Access to Information Act, 2016, the Data Protection Act, 2019, and any other applicable law governing the protection of confidential, personal, privileged, or exempt information.