2023 Intake Open University of Kenya
2023 Intake Open University of Kenya

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Time to embrace tech, scholars tell Uganda during memorial lecture

Technological advancements are crucial in transforming the mindset from a mere digital era to an information era.  In bridging the digital divide, learning institutions access a crucial vantage point in equipping Ugandans with the tools...
Entrance to Lukenya Unversity at Mtito Andei, Makueni County. The university will launch a Pan-African Institute tomorrow November 9, and hold 5th graduation ceremony on November 10, 2023. PHOTO/Lukenya University.

History for Lukenya University in launch of Pan-African Institute, 5th graduation

The university currently offers over 10 degree programs, way up from the initial 2.  It has been among the fastest-growing universities in the country.  The Pan-African Institute will have a great impact on the University’s position...

Masinde Muliro University celebrates long-serving professors

The three celebrants, Prof. Shiundu, Prof. Oteng'i, and Prof. Wamocho, have also taken part in writing the history of Masinde Muliro University.  The ceremony was breathtaking and vibrant. The renowned Siriri dancers entertain the three veteran...
Prof. Joachim Osur, Vice Chancellor, Amref International University, presenting his inaugural professorial lecture at Amref International University (AMIU) on May, 12, 2023. PHOTO/AMIU.

AMIU’s Vice Chancellor epitomizes expertise during professorial lecture

The lecture is an opportunity for the newly-appointed professor to accentuate their exciting, groundbreaking research. It was leaned towards sexology and reproductive health. Prof. Osur is also the Vice Chancellor of AMIU. There is need to develop...
Kisii University Vice Chancellor Prof. John Akama (left), signing the MoU with Prof. Sarahjane Jones, a Professor of Healthcare Safety and Performance at Staffordshire University, UK, on Friday, March 24, 2023 at the VC's office. PHOTO/Everlyn Kimibei, KSU Media.

Kisii University’s partnership with Staffordshire University a deep dive into research

When we take the research to communities, the livelihoods of the community members is likely to improveDr. Samuel Mongare. The MoU is anticipated to assist Kisii University do better research on health-related matters. Event planned by...
The Smart Gamers in action, performing a folk dance during a gala at Kisii University on March 24, 2023. PHOTO/Benvictor Makau, Scholar Media Africa.

Talents reign as Kisii University holds theater arts gala

Some of them will start developing online content on TikTok, YouTube and elsewhere and soon, they will start earning from their creativityDr. George Nyandoro, Literature and Theater Arts senior lecturer, Kisii University. The event was...
Left: Meru University of Science and Technology Chancellor, Dr. James Mwangi, Education Cabinet Secretary, Ezekiel Machogu and the university's Vice Chancellor, Prof. Romanus Odhiambo during the signing of visitors' book after receiving the CS ahead of the graduation on March 10, 2023. PHOTO/MUST.

Double joy as Meru University celebrates tenth anniversary, graduation

Meru University of Science and Technology (MUST) held its 10th graduation ceremony and celebrated its tenth anniversary since the Award of Charter in a glorious event at the university school grounds on March 10,...
Dr. Beverly Durgan, the Dean of Extension at the University of Minnesota, with Prof. John Akama, Kisii University Vice Chancellor, during a courtesy call to the VC upon arrival on January 23, 2023, ahead of the one-week tour to Kisii and surrounding counties. PHOTO/Courtesy.

Ties strengthen as Minnesota University team visits Kisii University, environs

Kisii University, located in Kisii County, has continued to enjoy a fruitful partnership with the University of Minnesota for over a decade now. A recent visit to the University by a team of three from...
Mr. Joseph Ole Lenku (right), the Governor of Kajiado County, the hosting county to Amref International University (AMIU) and Dr. Githinji Gitahi, the Global Chief Executive Officer Amref Health Africa, the umbrella organization cutting the ribbon during the launch of the Strategic Plan 2022-2027, as Prof. Joachim Osur, the Vice Chancellor AMIU looks on. PHOTO/AMIU.

Amref University launches Five-Year Strategic Plan, boosts Africa’s Healthcare

Established in 2017 under the Amref Health Africa umbrella, Amref International University (AMIU) continues to inspire a lasting change in health sciences education quarters. The Kenyan-based university has been down-to-earth in delivering health-related courses in...
Prof Evans Basweti, the Acting Vice Chancellor Kisii University, addressing participants during the 8th Educational Management Society of Kenya conference held at Kisii University on 7th October 2022. Prof Basweti underscored the need for better educational approaches for the 21st century. He was representing Prof John Akama, VC Kisii University, who was the Chief Guest. PHOTO/EMSK.

EMSK 8th International Conference: Research, the Magic Button to 21st Century Education Systems

CBC is timely. The country requires a curriculum that will equip learners with innovative, practical skills to fit in the 21st century. This will help counter the current status where graduates cannot fit in...