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University Lecturers Call Off 49-Day Strike

University lecturers across Kenya have officially called off their 49-day strike following an agreement between the lecturers’ unions and the Ministry of Education.

Under the deal, the government will settle the outstanding KSh 7.9 billion in salary arrears in two phases — KSh 3.8 billion by December 2025 and the remaining amount by July 2026. Additionally, the 2025–2029 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) is expected to be concluded within 30 days.

The return-to-work formula paves the way for the resumption of lectures in all public universities, marking the end of a prolonged disruption to academic activities. Union leaders, however, emphasized that the government must honor the terms of the agreement to avoid future industrial action.

The Ministry of Education directs that classes resume on Monday.

Source: The Star Kenya

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The University of Kabianga - Kenya has announced that its 13th Graduation Ceremony will be held on Friday, 14th November 2025, at the University Pavilion (Main Campus) beginning at 8:30 a.m.

According to the notice from the Office of the Registrar (Academic Affairs), all graduands who qualified for the conferment of various Degrees and Diplomas for the 2024/2025 academic year are advised to take note of the following key dates:

📌 Important Dates:

- Confirmation of results and names: On or before 3rd November 2025
- Clearance of fees and levies: By 6th November 2025
- Collection of graduation attire: From 11th November 2025
- Return of graduation attire: By 26th November 2025

💼 Graduation Fees:

- PhD – KSh 7,000
- Masters – KSh 5,500
- Bachelors – KSh 5,000
- Diploma – KSh 4,000

All payments should be made through the Jiunge App (by ABNO) under University of Kabianga.

The UoK Times extends its congratulations to all prospective graduands and looks forward to celebrating this significant academic milestone.

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Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga dies at 80.

🚨 NOTICE

To all University of Kabianga - Kenya Club and Society Officials

Please be advised of an internal memo from the Office of the Ag. Dean of Students regarding the submission of your club's Calendar of Activities for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Key details:
- Submission of the 2025/2026 Calendar of Activities.
- Deadline is on Friday, 19th Sep 2025, by 4:00 PM.
- Submission location at the Dean of Students Office.

Important Note: All clubs and societies are advised to include at least one mental wellness activity in their calendar for each semester.

Please ensure you submit on time to begin implementing your activities.

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The Office of the Dean of Students at the University of Kabianga - Kenya has issued an important memo regarding updates on the HELB Portal:

Change from SSP to GSP
Government-Sponsored Students (GSP) who were mistakenly captured as Self-Sponsored (SSP) can now correct their sponsorship status.

Inter-University Transfers
Students who transferred from other universities can now update their institutional details.

You are required to:

- Log in to the HELB Student Portal

- Navigate to Update Institution

- Select Scholarship

- Include the payment option and follow the prompts to update your records.

📆 Deadline: Friday, 12th September 2025
👉 In case of any challenge, HELB officials will be available at the University until then.

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The University of Kabianga - Kenya has officially commenced the First Semester of the 2025/2026 Academic Year today.

We welcome both continuing and new students back to campus as learning activities resume. All students are reminded to:

- Report into the ERP system between the 8th and 30th September 2025

- Semester fees are only payable through the E-Citizen platform.

We wish everyone a productive and successful semester ahead!

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The University of Kabianga - Kenya is pleased to welcome all new students joining us for the September 2025 intake. Beginning Monday, 1st September 2025, you officially embark on a new journey of academic growth, personal development, and lifelong connections.

On behalf of the student leadership, the SGC President, Allan Kipkoech Magut, warmly invites you to feel at home in Kabianga. This marks the start of an exciting chapter, and we encourage every fresher to take full advantage of the opportunities ahead.

Karibuni Kabianga. Welcome home, away from home.

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URGENT!

The Dean, School of Education, Arts & Social Sciences at the University of Kabianga - Kenya urges that the students listed in the document linked here: https://shorturl.at/tyF7d to see them before reporting for the new semester.

The new semester for the 2025/2026 academic year begins on the 8th of September 2025.

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Supplementary/special exams at the University of Kabianga - Kenya are scheduled to end today, Friday, 15th August 2025.

Continuing students are expected to report on the 8th of September 2025 marking the beginning of the 2025/2026 academic year.

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Available Job Vacancies at the University of Kabianga - Kenya – Apply by 2nd September 2025

The University of Kabianga invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for various positions across multiple departments, including ICT, Public Relations, Administration, Legal, University Farm, Health Sciences, Science & Technology, Agricultural Sciences, and Student Affairs.

Application Deadline: Tuesday, 2nd September 2025
Address applications to:
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration & Finance)
University of Kabianga, P.O. BOX 2030 – 20200, Kericho.

💡 Persons living with disabilities and minority groups are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

🔗 Full job details & requirements: https://kabianga.ac.ke/vacancies

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📸 The SGC President at the University of Kabianga - Kenya Attends Jukwaa la Usalama – Kericho County

The SGC President Allan Kipkoech had the privilege of attending the Jukwaa la Usalama held in Kericho County, where he represented the interests of UoK comrades with dedication and clarity.

Key issues addressed on behalf of the students included:

1. Repair of all street lights within and around Kabianga Market.

2. Installation of street lights from Kapkatet Campus to the market.

3. Deployment of police officers for increased security within the University premises.

4. Construction of a police station to enhance safety in the area.

Also present at the forum was Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen, Dr. Juma, who represented the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Kabianga. Though brief in speech, Dr. Juma’s words were filled with insight and wisdom, leaving a strong impression on those in attendance as well as the institution's only inspector, who the President describes as his good friend, an intellectual and a man full of wisdom.

We applaud the student leadership for advocating for safety, security, and infrastructure improvements that directly impact the student experience.

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New details have emerged about the untimely passing of Victor Kiprotich Chepkwony, may he rest in peace.

Until his passing, he was a first year student from School of Health Science, Kapkatet campus, pursuing B.Sc in Clinical Medicine. He was involved in an accident opposite the infamous school "bridge" and has been in the ICU up to the point where he lost his life.

We urge all comrades and the UoK community at large to support his family by joining Victor's Welfare Support group on WhatsApp via this link https://chat.whatsapp.com/DjfMQAnWdf8EJiHWUDJd0z?mode=ac_t

Let's continue praying for his family during this difficult time.

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