The 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings have placed Kenyatta University among the top five universities in Sub-Saharan Africa, recognising the university's outstanding contributions to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
KU was particularly commended for its contributions to SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being), SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 13 (Climate Action) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). The rankings evaluate universities on their research, outreach, stewardship, and teaching in relation to all 17 SDGs.
| SDG | KU Score | Sub-Saharan Africa Rank |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 3 — Good Health & Well-being | 87.4 | #2 |
| SDG 4 — Quality Education | 84.1 | #3 |
| SDG 13 — Climate Action | 79.8 | #4 |
| SDG 17 — Partnerships for Goals | 83.6 | #2 |
"These rankings validate our commitment to impact beyond the classroom," said Prof. Wainaina. "KU does not just teach sustainability — we practice it through our research, community programmes, and institutional partnerships."
