Ensuring the safety and security of every student, staff member, visitor and university asset — 24 hours a day, across all campuses
The Directorate of Security is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of all students, staff, visitors and university assets across all Kenyatta University campuses. Operating around the clock, the directorate deploys a professional security force trained in modern security management, emergency response and community policing.
Working in close collaboration with the Kenya Police Service and other law enforcement agencies, the directorate maintains a safe campus environment that supports academic excellence, free movement and a culture of mutual respect.
Protecting students, staff and visitors from harm through visible patrolling, access control and rapid emergency response.
Safeguarding university property, equipment, laboratories and intellectual assets from theft, vandalism and misuse.
Managing entry and exit to all university premises through manned gates, CCTV systems and visitor management protocols.
Coordinating rapid response to fires, medical emergencies, civil unrest and other security incidents on all campuses.
Building cooperative relationships with the KU community and local law enforcement for shared campus security intelligence.
Managing vehicle access, parking allocation and road safety within the university grounds to prevent congestion and accidents.
Campus-wide closed-circuit TV monitoring for real-time security oversight.
Controlled entry points with trained security personnel at all campus gates.
Regular uniformed patrols of all campus buildings, grounds and perimeter fences.
Real-time radio-linked security coordination across all campuses.
24-hour overnight security presence protecting hostels and campus facilities.
Investigation of security incidents and coordination with the Kenya Police on criminal matters.
24-Hour Hotline:
+254 709 722 000
For all emergencies including theft, assault, fire, medical emergency or suspicious activity on campus.
Directorate of Security
Near Sports Fields
Kenyatta University Main Campus
Kahawa, Nairobi
