The future of indigenous languages will not be decided in archives. It will be shaped in digital spaces, classrooms and innovation hubs. This was the resounding message as Kenyatta University convened scholars, policymakers, cultural leaders, development partners and students to commemorate International Mother Language Day (IMLD) 2026 under the global theme “Youth in the Digital...Read More
Kenyatta University (KU) has taken another step towards strengthening institutional harmony and global competitiveness following a courtesy call by newly elected officials of the Universities Academic Staff Union (UASU), marking a renewed chapter of structured social dialogue after several years. The delegation, led by UASU Chairman-elect Dr. Monanda Steven, was received by the University Management...Read More
Kenyatta University (KU) reaffirmed its leadership in education research and innovation during the official launch of the Harnessing Education Research for Impact in Africa (HERI AFRICA) initiative held on February 19, 2026, at Kisii University in Kisii County. The high-level event brought together key education stakeholders and was graced by the Cabinet Secretary for Education,...Read More
In an era where public institutions are increasingly evaluated not only on performance but on transparency, accountability, and ethical governance, Kenyatta University convened an Access to Information (ATI) Committee Training to strengthen institutional compliance with Kenya’s evolving legal and governance framework. Held under the theme “Deepening Access to Information within the Institution,” the training brought...Read More
More than a courtesy call, the recent visit by a delegation from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT): Professor Tavneet Suri, the Louis E. Seley Professor of Applied Economics at the MIT Sloan School of Management, where she also serves as Professor of Applied Economics and Professor Robert van der Hilst, MIT Schlumberger Professor of Earth...Read More
Kenyatta University hosted a high-level courtesy call from the Ministry of Education, Culture and Higher Education (MoECHE), Federal Government of Somalia, as both parties explored pathways for expanded academic collaboration. The discussions, held at the Vice-Chancellor’s Boardroom, were led on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Paul Wainaina, by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research, Innovation and Outreach),...Read More
Following the successful conclusion of the 4th Global Tourism Resilience Day, Conference and Expo (GTRDCE) at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), Nairobi from 16th – 18th February 2026. The Jamaica team paid a courtesy visit to Kenyatta University and were received by Prof. John Okumu the Acting Vice Chancellor, Prof. Caroline Thoruwa DVC RIO,...Read More
Kenya hosted tourism leaders, policymakers, and industry stakeholders from across the world during the official opening of the 4th Global Tourism Resilience Day, Conference and Expo (GTRDCE) 2026 at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre in Nairobi, 16th-18th February 2026. The high-level event was presided over by Cabinet Secretary for Tourism and Wildlife, Rebecca Miano, and...Read More
Kenyatta University continues to solidify its position as a regional hub for climate research following an engagement with Prof. John Selker, Founding Director of the Trans-African Hydro-Meteorological Observatory (TAHMO). The courtesy call, held on 10 February 2026, focused on the continued success and strategic value of the ARCUS project weather station hosted at the University....Read More
As higher education takes on an increasingly strategic role in regional development, Kenyatta University (KU) is deepening its international engagement through discussions with Amoud University, one of Somalia’s leading higher education institutions, in a strategic meeting chaired by Prof. John Okumu, Acting Vice-Chancellor. The engagement brought together senior leadership from both institutions to explore collaboration...Read More
