Advancing knowledge and creating measurable impact for Kenya, Africa and the world
The Directorate of Research, Innovation and Outreach coordinates Kenyatta University's research programmes, innovation ecosystems and community outreach, under the Division of Research, Innovation and Outreach headed by a dedicated Deputy Vice-Chancellor. Research at KU is not only about discovery — it is about creating measurable impact for Kenya, Africa and the world.
The directorate's portfolio spans six focus areas: Health & Life Sciences; Education & Social Sciences; Agriculture, Food & Environment; Technology, AI & Innovation; Business, Governance & Entrepreneurship; and Climate Action & Sustainability. It oversees research support and dissemination, the Centre for Research Ethics and Safety, the Chandaria Business Innovation and Incubation Centre, the Science & Industrial Park, and specialised centres including the GTRCMC–EA and the NPRC.
Facilitating publications, grants administration and the institutional repository.
The Centre for Research Ethics and Safety oversees research governance and compliance.
The Chandaria Centre supports startup development and technology commercialisation.
Infrastructure linking research outputs with industry and manufacturing.
The RMS platform streamlines research project administration and tracking.
Coordinating university-wide outreach that translates research into community impact.
Directorate of Research, Innovation and Outreach
Kenyatta University
P.O. Box 43844 – 00100 GPO
Nairobi, Kenya
