Latest News & Announcements

Jul
27
2026
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Training on Sexual Harassment and Gender-Based Violence Held by UHS

By kipiamabrian
gender-based group photo

The University Health Services (UHS) at the University of Nairobi held a training on sexual harassment and gender-based violence (GBV) at UON Towers (MLT 405). The training brought together 65 participants, comprising university teaching and administrative staff and students, to strengthen awareness, prevention, and response mechanisms related to sexual harassment and GBV within the university setting.

May
20
2026
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A New Era of Leadership: Prof. Ayub N.Gitau Appointed 9th Vice Chancellor

By Kogo
Prof. Gitau Vice Chancellor

Nairobi, Kenya – Thursday, May 14, 2026 The University of Nairobi Council in after the requisite consultations has appointed Prof. Ayub N. Gitau as the 9th Vice-Chancellor of the University of Nairobi, ushering in a new era of academic leadership, institutional renewal, innovation and global engagement at Kenya’s premier university.

 

Mar
23
2026
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University of Nairobi Recognized as a National Leader in Gender Equality and Disability Inclusion

By kipiamabrian
The University of Nairobi team celebrates receiving the Gender Equality and Disability Inclusion Award 2025 at the Safari Park Hotel in Nairobi, led by the chief medical officer, Dr. Miyoro

The University of Nairobi (UoN), in partnership with UNESCO, under the auspices of the O3 Plus (our rights our lives our future) Project, was honored at the 2025 National Gender Equality and Disability Inclusion (GEDI) Awards, an initiative by the Gender and Disability Development Centre (GDDC).

Aug
28
2025
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13,000 Freshers join the University of Nairobi Community

By Kogo
Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Jesang Hutchinson

Monday, August 18, 2025, was a historical moment for first years and their parents and guardians as they joined the institution of their choice- the University of Nairobi. Despite the cold and wet weather, over 13,000 managed to get admitted over the registration and joining period. Out of the 13,000; 9,685 are Module I while 4,000 Module II students.

Aug
27
2024
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Prof. Margaret Jesang’ Hutchinson is the Ag. Vice Chancellor, UoN

By Kogo
Prof. Margaret Jesang’ Hutchinson is the Ag. Vice Chancellor, UoN

Prof. Margaret Jesang’ Hutchinson is the Acting Vice Chancellor of the University of Nairobi. She is first ever female to hold the position of a Vice Chancellor since its inception in 1970. Prof. Hutchinson, who assumed office in Acting Capacity on Monday, August 5, 2024 is also the Substantive Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research, Innovation and Enterprise) and Immediate Acting Deputy Vice Chancellor (Finance, Planning and Development) at the University of Nairobi.

Jan
17
2024
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President Ruto appoints Professor Patrick Verkooijen as Chancellor of the University of Nairobi

By Kogo
President Ruto appoints Professor Patrick Verkooijen as Chancellor of the University of Nairobi

We are confident that by leveraging his extensive global network of thought leaders and applying his deep expertise in educational development, climate adaptation and the green economy, Professor Verkooijen will aim to realize the University’s full potential as a centre of excellence and pathfinder for Africa’s journey to sustainable prosperity.

Dec
06
2023
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The University of Nairobi hosts World Aids Day 2023 webinar

By Kogo
hiv

Delayed treatment, fear, and stigma have been highlighted as the main factors that hinder the fight against HIV/AIDS.

Speaking during a webinar held by the University of Nairobi ahead of World AIDS Day commemoration, Dr. Loice Ombajo, a Senior Lecturer at the University of Nairobi Faculty of Health Sciences said HIV/AIDS is still a major health problem despite the good treatment.

Oct
08
2023
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LAUNCH OF THE NHIF BIOMETRIC REGISTRATION AT UHS BY THE VICE CHANCELLOR PROF. KIAMA

By Kogo
Vice chancellor

The University of Nairobi and the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) officially launched the NHIF Biometric registration exercise at the University Health Services on Tuesday September 26, 2023. This follows installation of a Biometric kit by the NHIF to facilitate capture real time data of both staff and their dependants.

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