Kenyatta University is proud to celebrate the remarkable achievement of one of its most distinguished alumni, Dr. Meshack Malo, following his appointment as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Deputy Regional Representative for Africa.
Based at the FAO continental office in Accra, Ghana, Dr. Malo will serve as the deputy to Dr. Abebe Haile Gabriel, the Assistant Director-General and Regional Representative. This high-profile appointment places a KU-trained expert at the heart of Africa’s agricultural transformation.
A Foundation of Academic Excellence Dr. Malo’s journey to the pinnacle of international development is rooted in a rigorous academic background. A true “Double Alumnus” of Kenyatta University, he holds:
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A Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies (Planning and Management) from KU.
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A Doctoral degree (PhD) in Agronomy from KU.
He also holds a Master’s degree in Dryland Biodiversity from Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia. This blend of environmental planning and advanced agronomy has equipped him with the multidisciplinary expertise required to tackle Africa’s most pressing challenges.
Navigating a Critical Era for Africa Dr. Malo assumes this role at a pivotal moment. With Africa facing intensified food and nutrition security challenges—exacerbated by the escalating impacts of climate change—his leadership will be crucial in shaping policies that protect livelihoods and build resilient agricultural systems across the continent.
A Message to the KU Community The Acting Vice-Chancellor, on behalf of the entire University fraternity, extends his warmest congratulations to Dr. Malo. His success is a testament to the quality of education at Kenyatta University and serves as an inspiration to our current students and researchers. It reaffirms our vision of being a world-class university that nurtures individuals who go on to make a tangible impact on the global stage.
We wish Dr. Malo every success as he takes on this monumental task of securing Africa’s food future.
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