University of Nairobi Council Concludes Strategic Performance Negotiations with Ministry of Education
The University of Nairobi (UoN) Council, led by Chairman Prof. Chacha Nyaigotti-Chacha, has officially concluded negotiations for the 2026/2027 Performance Contract with the Ministry of Education. The session marks a…
University of Nairobi and India to strengthen existing ties
On 21st July 2026, the University of Nairobi hosted the High Commissioner of India to Kenya Dr. Adarsh Swaika for a courtesy visit aimed at strengthening the longstanding partnership between…
FAFRO: FESU Academic Freedom Monthly Review Outlook Scheduled to start on July 2026!
FESU Academic Freedom Monthly Review Outlook (FAFRO) is an independent monthly bulleting hosted by the Federation of Somalia Universities (FESU). Our national network of institutions and individuals shares a mission…
New Partnership Brings BRCA Cancer Genetic Testing Closer to Patients in Kenya’s Public Health System
The University of Nairobi's KAVI-Institute of Clinical Research (KAVI-ICR), in partnership with Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH), has been awarded a research grant by AstraZeneca to undertake a three-year BRCA1/2 cancer…
Living through Change: 3rd Edition of Vuka Film Festival and Launch of Africa Media Innovation Lab
The 3rd edition of the Vuka Film Festival awards and Launch of the Africa Media Innovation Lab (AMILab) held on 4th June, 2026 was marked with pomp and colour. The Awards…
IUIU Rector Calls for Charity, Good Parenting and Unity During Eid Al-Adha Celebrations Mbale, Uganda
The Rector of the Islamic University in Uganda (IUIU), Assoc. prof. Ismail Simbwa Gyagenda, has called upon Muslims to uphold the values of charity, responsible parenting, education, and unity as…
IUIU Hosts Annual Legal Empowerment Summit 2026 to Promote Access to Justice
The Islamic University in Uganda successfully hosted the Annual Legal Empowerment Summit 2026, organised by Noble Education Law & Research Hub under the theme “Empowering Communities Through Legal Awareness in Estate…
UoN Hosts Africa Forward Summit as Leaders Back Youth, AI and Innovation Drive
A clear message cut through the high-level diplomacy and ceremony at the University of Nairobi on Monday: Africa’s economic future will depend on how quickly it turns its youthful population…
Kampala University Students Undergo Intensive Hands-On Training to Boost Hospitality Skills
Kampala, Uganda — In a decisive move to bridge the gap between theoretical learning and industry demands, Kampala University has conducted an intensive three-day (1st-3rd May 2026) practical training session…
“Africa Cannot Remain a Site of Data Extraction when Funding Determines whose Knowledge Counts,” Prof. Amfo Warns that Africa’s Reliance on External Research Funding Weakens its Global Voice
Professor Nana Aba Appiah Amfo has warned that Africa risks remaining a “site of data extraction” in global research unless the continent strengthens its control over knowledge production, research funding…