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³ΤΉΟΝ·Μυ is strengthening its commitment to international partnerships, research and innovation through engagements with global academic institutions, following a courtesy call by a delegation from Italyβs Politecnico di Milano and the Italian Embassy. The visit provided an opportunity to...
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As part of the Universityβs internationalisation agenda, from September 16 β20, 2026, the Department of Sociology, Gender and Development Studies, ³ΤΉΟΝ·Μυ, had the great pleasure of hosting Dr. Wioleta Gierszewska from the Institute of Political Studies at the University...
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What if having a voice in Kenya means far more than simply casting a vote every five years? That question emerged as a powerful reflection during the ³ΤΉΟΝ·Μυ Lecture Circuit Series, where a conversation on public participation and constitutional...
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The Division of Research, Innovation and Outreach (RIO), in collaboration with Springer Nature, conducted a capacity-building workshop on Scientific Writing, Open Science, and Artificial Intelligence in Publishing. The training was delivered through a blended format, combining physical and online participation,...
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³ΤΉΟΝ·Μυ students gained insights into the evolving world of work during a Future of Work Lab featuring an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-focused hackathon organised by the Directorate of Career Development and Mentoring Programmes on 23 September 2026. The engagement provided...
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³ΤΉΟΝ·Μυ is expanding the horizons of learning, research and cultural exchange with the launch of a new China Education Publishing and Media Group (CEPMG) bookshelf and the donation of approximately 300 academic books to its Confucius Institute. More than...
³ΤΉΟΝ·Μυ has launched its Digital Mentorship System as part of efforts to strengthen student support through technology and enhance access to mentorship services across the institution. The launch took place on 17 September 2026 at the Business Students Service...
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³ΤΉΟΝ·Μυ (KU) has positioned university sport as a platform for peacebuilding, inclusion and social cohesion, bringing together more than 500 members of the University community and partners for a 10-kilometre walk to mark the International Day of University Sports...
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³ΤΉΟΝ·Μυ (KU), through its National Phytotherapeutics Research Centre (NPRC), is strengthening quality, safety and sustainability in Kenyaβs traditional medicine sector by equipping practitioners with scientific skills to improve the production of herbal products. The NPRC recently hosted a two-day...
At ³ΤΉΟΝ·Μυ, purposeful partnerships continue to create pathways through which young people can acquire practical skills, explore innovation and prepare for opportunities in a rapidly changing digital economy. This vision took shape with the launch of the first cohort...
³ΤΉΟΝ·Μυβs (KU) growing engagement with the private sector is opening new space for partnerships that can connect higher education with the wider economic and professional ecosystem. This took centre stage on Thursday, 10 September 2026, when a delegation from...
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The future of African film and media education came into sharp focus at the CILECT Africa Regional Association (CARA) Teachersβ Forum 2026, hosted by ³ΤΉΟΝ·Μυ on 8th September 2026. The forum brought together academics, filmmakers, practitioners, students and industry...
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Postgraduate students in Agriculture, Environmental Sciences, and related fields are invited to apply for the SysCom Kenya-UPLIFT-Ag Learning Days at ³ΤΉΟΝ·Μυ. Dates: November 25β27, 2026 Location: ³ΤΉΟΝ·Μυ (In-person) Deadline: September 30, 2026 (11:59 PM EAT) π View Poster Image & Call Details
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Green Tech Project Puts African Universities at the Heart of Sustainable Innovation ³ΤΉΟΝ·Μυ has launched the Green Tech Mobility Project, a European Union funded initiative to strengthen academic collaboration and capacity in sustainable technologies across Africa. Anchored on βAdvancing...
³ΤΉΟΝ·Μυ is positioning itself for institutional renewal, academic excellence and greater financial sustainability, as newly installed Vice-Chancellor Prof. John Okumu outlined his strategic vision during his maiden State of the University address to academic staff on 1 September. The...
7th Vice-Chancellor, 10,000+ Fresh Faces: ³ΤΉΟΝ·Μυ Opens a New Chapter A new era of leadership and possibility is taking shape at ³ΤΉΟΝ·Μυ (KU) following the installation of Prof. John Okumu as the Universityβs 7th Vice-Chancellor, as the institution...
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Nine countries and a refugee delegation have converged at ³ΤΉΟΝ·Μυ (KU) for the ANOC Zone V Youth Games, positioning the University as a hub for sporting excellence, youth development, regional integration and peace. The Games, which opened on Tuesday,...
³ΤΉΟΝ·Μυ Senate Affairs members have commenced a Bonding and Team-Building Retreat at the KU North Coast Beach Hotel in Mombasa under the theme, βStrengthening Senateβs Strategic Leadership Role.β The retreat brings members together to strengthen teamwork, deepen collaboration and...
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NAIROBI, Kenya, July 22, 2026, ³ΤΉΟΝ·Μυ is hosting the //kood/Nairobi Selection Sprint, a three-week, free and full-time admissions programme giving Kenyans from diverse backgrounds an opportunity to pursue technology careers without requiring prior coding experience or a university degree....
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Today, on August 19, 2026, ³ΤΉΟΝ·Μυ hosted a distinguished guest lecture with Dr. Sambo Ouedraogo, a Senior Lecturer at UniversitΓ© Norbert Zongo (UNZ) in Burkina Faso. The event, which was held in a hybrid format at the BZ 7...
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³ΤΉΟΝ·Μυ is hosting the 1st International Multidisciplinary Conference on Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Sustainability at North Coast Beach Hotel, Kikambala, Kilifi, bringing together scholars, researchers, policymakers, development partners and practitioners from Kenya and across the globe to explore the...
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³ΤΉΟΝ·Μυ has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing collaborative solutions to climate change through the opening of the 2nd African Universities and Communities Climate Week (AUCCW 2026). The engagement brought together university leaders, researchers, community representatives and development partners to...
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³ΤΉΟΝ·Μυ has strengthened its role in advancing scientific research and regional collaboration following the opening of the East African Astronomical Society (EAAS) 2026 Workshop, held under the theme βBridging the Gap Using Astronomy as a Driver for Regional Development.β...
The 33rd KU Culture Week Festival, due to run from 24 to 30 October 2026, has been postponed due to unavoidable circumstances. A new date will be announced soon; registration is still open.
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