Research, Innovation and Outreach

Following the successful KUFESST members’ training led by coaching experts from the UK, a review meeting of the peer mentorship initiative under the British Council Gender Equality Partnership Project now shifts focus to the voices at the heart of the...Read More

Kenyatta University recently hosted a significant engagement on nuclear science and technology following a visit to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) – Internet Reactor Laboratory (IRL), as well as a courtesy call and public lecture by Mr. William Magwood...Read More

Kenyatta University marked a significant milestone on 18th March 2026 with the official launch of the UNESCO Chair in Inclusive and Sustainable Physical Education and Sports for Community Development. The initiative reflects the University’s commitment to leveraging sport and physical...Read More

In a productive move toward regional collaboration, Hon. Evans Muhanga, Permanent Secretary of Zambia’s Ministry of Tourism, visited the Global Tourism Resilience and Crisis Management Centre (GTRCMC) at Kenyatta University for a benchmarking mission. On behalf of the Acting Vice-Chancellor,...Read More

Kenyatta University today hosted a public lecture titled “Running Truths: Lessons from Thirty Years of Study in East Africa”. The lecture, held on 12th March 2026, brought together scholars, researchers, students, and sports professionals from Kenyatta University and KCA University....Read More

Students from the Kenyatta University Female Students in Science and Technology Society (KUFESST) took part in a mentorship outreach programme aimed at promoting gender balance in STEM education. The activity forms part of the project “Use of Peer Neighbours to...Read More

In an effort to enhance the achievement of Kenyatta University’s Research, Innovation and Product Development mandate as outlined in the University Strategic and Vision Plan 2023-2027, the University has launched the 2025/2026 Vice-Chancellor’s Research and Innovation Grant. The 2025/2026 Vice-Chancellor’s...Read More

Kenyatta University continues to cement its role as a premier hub for technological transformation, recently hosting a high-level demonstration of Agrilo, an innovative precision agriculture solution designed to revolutionize smallholder farming. The Chairperson of the University Council, Prof. Clara Momanyi,...Read More

Across Africa and beyond, the gap between medical needs and accessible technology remains a pressing challenge. Kenyatta University (KU) is decisively responding to this call through the Invention Education (IvE) Project, a transformative initiative that is redefining the intersection of...Read More

Kenyatta University (KU) has reaffirmed its commitment to academic excellence and international collaboration following a courtesy call by officials from the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Nairobi. The engagement brought together senior university leadership and German representatives...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...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...Read More