University of Nairobi Faculty of Science & Technology

From classroom learning to industry impact.

The UnUniversity of Nairobiaculty of Science & Technology has received diagnostic kits worth KES 3 million from PrProGnosis Biotechenya Ltd to strengthen food safety research, laboratory training, and innovation in contaminant detection.

The donation, delivered by UnUniversity of Nairobilumnus Mr. Boaz Ndisio (Class of 2013), reflects the growing impact of industry-academia partnerships in advancing research and experiential learning.

The diagnostic tools will support hands-on training for students, enhance research on mycotoxins and aflatoxins, and expand the Faculty’s capacity in food safety and public health research.

The University appreciates PrProGnosis Biotechenya Ltd for this valuable partnership and continued investment in scientific innovation and higher education.

Wrapping Up the APHREA-DST Workshop
We close out an incredible three days at the APHREA-DST DS-I Africa Workshop at PrideInn Azure Hotel, Nairobi, with some of the most productive and thought-provoking conversations we have had in a long time.

Over the course of the workshop, researchers, students, faculty, and partners from Kenya, Ethiopia, and the United States came together to share cutting-edge research in public health data science from AI tools for disease surveillance and maternal health, to machine learning applications in mental health and food security.

We celebrated four years of remarkable progress
216 students enrolled,
46 graduates,
12 faculty trained, and four peer-reviewed publications; all anchored in Africa's first Master of Science in Public Health Data Science.

We also had important conversations about the future sustaining partnerships, expanding across Eastern Africa, and ensuring that AI development on the continent is ethical, fair, and inclusive.

To every presenter, participant, and partner who joined us thank you. The work continues.


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Eng. Prof. Ayub Njoroge Gitau is the new VC

The University of Nairobi Council, following consultations in a special sitting held on Thursday, May 14, 2026, has announced key leadership appointments ushering in a new era for the institution.
Prof. Ayub N. Gitau has been appointed the 9th Vice-Chancellor of the University of Nairobi.
Prof. Josiah Omollo Aduda has been appointed Deputy Vice-Chancellor Finance, Planning & Development
The Council has also appreciated Prof. Margaret Jesang Hutchinson for her dedicated service as Acting Vice-Chancellor during the transition period. Both appointments take effect from May 14, 2026.

The University of Nairobi is convening regional and international partners for the APHREA-DST Workshop themed “Promoting Data Science and Artificial Intelligence for Health” in Nairobi.

The workshop forms part of the Advancing Public Health Research in Eastern Africa through Data Science Training (APHREA-DST) DS-I Africa initiative ; a collaboration between the University of Nairobi, Addis Ababa University and Columbia University supported by the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH).

The engagement brings together experts in public health, data science, artificial intelligence, epidemiology, health informatics, and research policy to strengthen data-driven approaches to healthcare and research capacity in Africa.

Speaking during the opening session, DVC RIE (Research, Innovation & Enterprise) Prof. Leonidah Kerubo noted that the initiative aligns with the University’s strategic priorities of strengthening digitization, advancing research excellence, fostering innovation, and deepening international collaboration.

Since its establishment, APHREA-DST has contributed to the development of MSc programmes in Public Health Data Science, faculty development, applied AI and machine learning research, and regional scientific collaboration.

The workshop reflects the University of Nairobi’s commitment to advancing research excellence, innovation, digitization, and impactful global partnerships that address real-world public health challenges.

The University of Nairobi is hosting a 5-day intensive short course on Climate Risk Assessment for Infrastructure aimed at strengthening climate-resilient planning and infrastructure design.

Participants will gain:
• Hands-on GIS training for climate risk mapping
• Tools to integrate climate risk into infrastructure feasibility studies
• Practical experience producing risk maps and project summary reports

📅 Date: 9–13 March 2026
📍 Mode: Physical delivery

The course is ideal for engineers, urban planners, GIS analysts, and climate resilience professionals.
University of Nairobi Enterprises and Services Limited

Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeHHMjUVFgjiOiSgjV3bAJZzXcECp9WtAWDwjIwkrvndajYBw/viewform

Call for Applications | AFAS Master’s Fellowships
🗓 Deadline: 31 March 2026
The African Climate and Environment Centre – Future African Savannas (AFAS) is offering 18 fully funded Master’s fellowships for graduates passionate about climate change adaptation, biodiversity conservation and sustainable development in African savannas.
📍 Study at the University of Nairobi or Université Félix Houphouët-Boigny.
Focus areas include:
✔️ Water
✔️ Agriculture
✔️ Energy
✔️ One Health
✔️ Biodiversity
Eligibility highlights:
• Bachelor’s degree (minimum Second Class Upper)
• Below 26 years by 2 October 2026
• Full-time, in-person commitment
Applicants must apply to only ONE host university.
🔗 Apply now: https://www.afas.africa/call-for-applications-afas-master-programme/
In partnership with DAAD German Academic Exchange Service, University of Cologne and the University of Bonn.

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
The University of Nairobi proudly celebrates 225 outstanding graduates from the Faculty of Science and Technology at our 74th Graduation Ceremony!
OUR GRADUATES BY THE NUMBERS:
🔹 159 Bachelor's Degree holders across 16 specialized programs 🔹 54 Master's Degree holders leading in research and innovation 🔹 11 PhD graduates pushing the boundaries of scientific knowledge
🔹 3 Diploma graduates in Computer Science

SPOTLIGHT ON OUR PhD SCHOLARS: Our 11 doctoral graduates have conducted groundbreaking research in:
• Physics (5 scholars)
• Microbiology (2 scholars)
• Climate Change and Adaptation (2 scholars)
• Geological Sciences (1 scholar)
• Biological Sciences (1 scholar)
DIVERSE FIELDS OF EXCELLENCE: From Computer Science and Data Science to Climate Change, Meteorology, and Biotechnology—our graduates are equipped with cutting-edge knowledge to tackle the world's most pressing challenges.

EMPOWERING FUTURES FOR AN INNOVATIVE AND TECHNOLOGICALLY DRIVEN WORLD!!

To our graduates: You are not just degree holders; you are innovators, problem solvers, and change-makers. As you step into the world, remember that your education has equipped you to lead in the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

The future belongs to those who dare to innovate, and YOU are ready!
Congratulations, Make us proud! 💙🎊
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University of Nairobi Advocates for Inclusive Green Skills Education

The University of Nairobi (UoN) played a leading role at the recent United Nations Environment Assembly side event, "The Green Skills Blueprint: Powering the Green Transition Through Education."

Organized by the Children and Youth Major Group to UNEP (CYMG), in collaboration with UoN and Tsinghua University, the event focused on how education can be the critical engine for a sustainable future.

Inclusivity: Dr. James Kaoga of the Institute for Climate Change and Adaptation emphasized that while we focus on high-level, technical green jobs, we must shift our resources to train for the low-level and low-skill jobs where the masses are engaged. UoN is leading this charge, actively re-skilling youth in critical areas like solarization and carbon credit issues to ensure they have economically relevant skills and contribute directly to climate adaptation in the Global South.

The Global Challenge: The discussion highlighted two major barriers that must be fixed:

Mainstreaming Education: Climate and sustainability topics must be integrated across all educational programmes, not just limited to short, single modules.

Financial Barriers: The high cost of Master’s qualifications and the lack of paid, entry-level experience is making this crucial education inaccessible to many talented individuals, hindering the global effort.

UoN is committed to being part of the solution by extending our capacity-building efforts to technical and vocational institutions, ensuring that our collective fight against climate change is broad, inclusive, and impactful.

Driving Innovation: UoN Hosts Engineering and Science Complex & FST Research Conferences

As part of the 2025 Annual Research and Innovation Week, the University of Nairobi hosted two KEY events: the Engineering and Science Complex (ESC) Research Annual Conference and the 8th Annual Faculty of Science and Technology (FST) Research and Innovation Week.

The ESC conference, held on October 21–22, 2025, brought together academia, industry, and international partners under the theme “Engineering a New Era: Pioneering Science and Technology for Societal Change.”
Keynotes presentations explored global research linkages, while UoN scholars and French collaborators shared impact stories from joint research grants and PhD mobility programs.

Running concurrently, the FST Conference (October 22–24) at Chiromo Campus themed “Advancing Frontiers: Integrating Science, Technology, and Innovation to Transform Society for a Sustainable Future” features a dynamic program of plenary sessions, student research presentations, and exhibitions.

Speaking during the opening, Prof. Sheila Okoth, Associate Dean, urged scholars to leverage partnerships to drive innovation. Prof. Leonida Kerubo-, Dean of FST, emphasized interdisciplinary collaboration across the Faculty’s research institutes, while Prof. John Maina-Wagacha –IPMO Director lauded the Faculty’s outstanding contributions to Research and Innovation Week

Together, the ESC and FST conferences showcase UoN’s commitment to knowledge creation, sustainability, and societal transformation through science, technology, and innovation.

FST CONFERENCE -
The 8th Annual Conference and Innovation Week of the Faculty of Science and Technology is happening NOW at the University of Nairobi
🌟 Theme: "Advancing frontiers: Integrating Science, Technology and Innovation to Transform Society for Sustainable Future"
📅 Dates: October 22 - 24, 2025
This conference is part of the University of Nairobi Research & Innovation Week 2025 and brings together leading researchers, academics, students, and industry partners to showcase cutting-edge research across:
🧬 Biological Sciences
🧪 Chemistry
⚛️ Physics
📐 Mathematics
💻 Computer Science & Technology
Join us as we explore innovative solutions and transformative research that addresses global challenges and builds a sustainable future for all!