PlastiCITIES: Changing Waste Work in Urban Kenya Kenyatta University Deadline for applications: 05 July 2026, at noon (East African Time) Kenyatta University (KU) invites qualified and motivated candidates to apply for a fully funded PhD position under the PlastiCITIES research program. Applicants should hold a graduate degree in the social sciences, broadly defined to include...Read More
PlastiCITIES: Changing Waste Work in Urban Kenya Kenyatta University Deadline for applications: 05 July 2026, at noon (East African Time) Kenyatta University (KU) invites qualified and motivated candidates to apply for a fully funded PhD position under the PlastiCITIES research program. Applicants should hold a graduate degree in the social sciences, broadly defined to include...Read More
Kenyatta University continues to strengthen its global presence through active participation in international academic engagements. The University’s leadership is proudly representing the institution at the 7th International Staff Week hosted by the University of Tuscia in Viterbo, Italy, from 8th to 12th June 2026. The Kenyatta University delegation is led by Prof. Clara S. Momanyi,...Read More
Kenyatta University recently underwent a formal inspection by the Commission for University Education(CUE), covering two programmes, Bachelor of Architecture and Master’s of Public Policy- each inspected separately, as part of the institution’s ongoing commitment to maintaining academic standards and programme quality. The inspection led by Prof.Peter Kamau, Executive Dean of the School of Engineering and...Read More
The Acting Vice-Chancellor, held a high-level engagement forum with students and staff at the Mombasa Campus, reaffirming the University’s commitment to responsive leadership and improved service delivery. The meeting, defined by candid dialogue and mutual respect, provided a platform for stakeholders to openly share their experiences and propose solutions to ongoing challenges. Students highlighted concerns...Read More
The University has officially commissioned the 2026 cohort of Peer Counsellors in a vibrant ceremony that reaffirmed its commitment to student mental wellness and holistic development. The event brought together university leadership, health professionals, student representatives and external partners in a shared celebration of service, empathy and peer support. The ceremony opened with prayers and...Read More
A major step towards strengthening inclusive higher education was realised as the University recently hosted the Disability Inclusion Partnership Project Dissemination Workshop, bringing together scholars, policy experts, disability advocates and development partners from Kenya and the United Kingdom. The forum, organised in partnership with the British Council Kenya and the University of the Built Environment,...Read More
The Kenyatta University Sports Directorate has reaffirmed the institution’s status as a sporting powerhouse following a colourful Trophy Handover Ceremony celebrating achievements recorded over the 2024/2025 and 2025/2026 academic years. The ceremony brought together university leadership, student-athletes, and sports stakeholders to recognize exceptional performances across a wide range of disciplines. Over the two-year period, KU...Read More
Kenyatta University, in collaboration with the MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) East Africa Academy, marked a significant milestone on 16th April 2026 with the graduation of the 6th cohort of film production trainees. The ceremony brought together distinguished guests, representing the university Prof Waceke Wanjohi, DVC (Academic) and faculty from the Department of Communication, Media, Film...Read More
Kenyatta University hosted a high-level courtesy call by the Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry, Hon. Lee Kinyanjui, setting the tone for the 8th Students National Economic Symposium. The courtesy call hosted on behalf of Prof John Okumu, Ag. Vice Chancellor by Prof Waceke Wanjohi, DVC Academic, was held at the...Read More
