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The University of Nairobi Council, after the requisite consultations has appointed Prof. Ayub Njoroge 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. Prof. Ayub Njoroge Gitau has been acting as the Deputy Vice-Chancellor(Academic Affairs).

The Student Recognition Ceremony, 2026 was held in Chandaria Auditorium on 8th May, 2026 as from 9.00am. The Chief Guest was the Ag. Vice Chancellor Prof. M. Jesang Hutchinson. The event was also attended by Prof. Ayub Gitau Ag. Deputy Vice-Chancellor (AA), Prof. John D. Mande Ag. Deputy Vice-Chancellor (HRA), Prof. Jackson Maalu  Ag. Deputy Vice-Chancellor (FPD) and Prof. Leonidah Kerubo Ag.

Our attention has been drawn to criminal activities relating to fraudulent requests for illegal fees from students.

The suspected fraudstars are using the following FAKE contacts/accounts:

In accordance with the provisions of Article 16 (1) and (2) of the UNSA Constitution, 2017 (Amended), 2021, the Independent Electoral Commission hereby announces that the Faculties and Campuses Students Association Elections will be held online, on Friday, March 27th, 2026.

Tokyo Foundation for Policy Research initiated the Ryoichi Sasakawa Young Leaders Fellowship Fund, or Sylff, in 1987 to support students pursuing graduate studies in the humanities and social sciences. Sylff is offering 1 PhD and 2 masters scholarships for the 2026/2027 academic year in the following programmes: Communication Studies, Development Studies, Economics, International Studies and Sociology.

The University of Nairobi on Thursday, 11th December, 2025 held the 74th Graduation Ceremony that saw 4,504 degrees and Diplomas conferred. 48 PhDs, 905 Masters, 3416 Bachelors, 16 post-graduate diplomas, 14 fellowships and 98 diplomas.

The chief guest at the graduation ceremony was CS, Education Hon. Migos Ogambo who urged universities to prepare for the first CBE cohort in 2029 through curricula and infrastructure

Congratulations to the class of 2025!

The sealing of the 73rd graduation ceremony certificates by the University of Nairobi Council took place on Wednesday 10th December, 2025. The exercise was led by the Chairman of Council, Prof Chacha Nyaigoti and Vice Chancellor Prof Margaret Hutchinson.

Congratulations on your upcoming graduation! This survey seeks to solicit information about your level of satisfaction with your experience while studying at the University of Nairobi and identify areas of improvement. Your participation will be invaluable in improving students learning experience.

Click the link below to participate in the survey.

https://forms.gle/AijCcoqxmKsJBtfY9

Please find the link to apply for the 74th graduation ceremony below:

https://forms.gle/RVy6RvEFKoHqJx2B7

74th Graduation Clearance Form

The University of Nairobi Senate wishes to inform ALL students who were in session that resumption of studies for the 2025/2026 Academic Year is Monday 10th November 2025. Kindly purpose to resume your studies promptly.

NOTE:

All students are informed that all fees balances are payable at the resumption date.