Tuesday, September 15, 2026
The exercise, bringing together the University Council, Vice-Chancellor, Deputy Vice-Chancellors, Deans of Faculties, Directors and Heads of Central Administrative Units, marked the formal cascading and signing of the University of Nairobi's FY 2026/2027 Performance Contracts.
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.
The Vice Chancellor’s address to the first years is culturally an annual event where the Vice Chancellor meets the first years and addresses them on campus life.
On 8th September 2025, various departments participated in a training session on the newly launched electronic Government Procurement system (e-GP system). The session aimed to enhance staff capacity in navigating and utilizing the digital platform for more efficient and transparent procurement processes.
Security department was among the departments represented, demonstrating its commitment to aligning with modern procurement standards and institutional compliance.
The training was conducted by Directorate of Supply chain management services.
The University of Nairobi conducted the University of Nairobi Student Association (UNSA) Leadership Development Training Workshop for the 2025/26 leaders in Mombasa from June 09, 2025, to June 10, 2025. This marked two days of reflection, mentorship, cultural celebration and renewed commitment to student-centred leadership.
The UNSA Student Leaders’ Induction Forum took place at the KCB Leadership Centre in Karen on Monday 12 May 2025.
The induction programme brought together about 90 student leaders for the 2025/2026 period. These student leaders won in the Congress elections held on 24 April 2025 and the Council elections, which took place on 25 April 2025. The team is led by Troy Rasuna, the 7th UNSA President (2025/2026), who is pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.
On April 16, 2025, all central directorates met to review their Performance Contracts' progress for FY 2024-2025.
On Friday 11th April 2025, at the Faculty of Agriculture, upper Kabete campus, the University of Nairobi Community planted over 3000 seedlings of avocado and indigenous trees.
The exercise supports the government’s strategy of planting 15 billion trees by 2032 to increase Kenya's forest cover from less than 10% to 30%.
The University has integrated tree planting and growing in its operational strategy, where each department and individual staff sets their annual tree planting targets.
Security personnel actively participated in this noble exercise.
Annual staff training for security staff took place at Chandaria auditorium from December 20-22, 2024.
Trainers from various national security agencies took the staff through topics such as basic self defense, bomb threat management, fire safety, terrorism and radicalization, drug and substance abuse among others.
On Friday, December 13, 2024, the University of Nairobi proudly hosted its 72nd Graduation Ceremony, celebrating the academic achievements of 4,583 graduates from ten diverse faculties.Under the theme "Transforming Society with Adaptive and Innovative Graduates," the event highlighted the University's commitment to fostering transformative education and innovation.
Congratulations to the Class of 2024!
The University Annual Sports Day 2024 was held on Friday October 18, 2024 under the theme, “Fostering Unity, Healthy Competition, and Wellness through Sports,” at the Main campus sports ground.
Security staff were not left behind as they show cased their talents and skills.
The day was filled with fun,energy, camaraderie, and competition.
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