Elegwa Mukulu, a professor of business and entrepreneurship, has officially retired after 30 years of illustrious service to JKUAT. The don held various positions in the university over the years; his final posting being the Principal of the College of Human Resource Development (COHRED), where he served for the last 9 years. Prof. Mukulu recalled his academic and leadership journey beginning in 1991, when he joined JKUAT as a budding and passionate communication lecturer after serving 13 years at the Kenya Technical Training College (KTTC). He considers the move to have been an important step… Continue reading →

Investment in human capacity development is vital for creating a country that is self-reliant and resilient. It empowers individuals and communities to be proactive in addressing their challenges and opportunities. These were the sentiments of the Ambassador of Japan to Kenya, Mr. Okaniwa Ken during an event at JKUAT to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Kenya-Japan partnership. “Human capacity development empowers individuals and communities, promotes innovation and creativity, which are essential for solving complex problems and adapting to changing circumstances,” said Amb. Okaniwa. Borrowing from adage, ‘continuity is strength’ the ambassador was alive to… Continue reading →

A team of researchers from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology visited Aston University in UK on March 20 -25, 2023 for a brainstorming workshop on adoption of circular economy in Kenya. The circular economy represents a major paradigm shift of moving from the concept of linear to circular supply chains across multiple industries and societies. It advocates interaction of human and nature in a manner that prevents depletion of resources, while anchoring sustainable development. The academic exchange visit was part of JKUAT’s long-term strategy of relationship building with global partners to promote impactful… Continue reading →

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) staged the 17th Scientific, Technological and Industrialization Conference and Exhibition, March 23-24, 2023. The two-day conference, themed ‘Leveraging Higher Education, Research and Innovation for Sustainable Development,’ attracted over 300 participants from academia, government, and the private sector. Organised in seven thematic areas, the conference provided a platform for stakeholders to exchange ideas and explore innovative approaches to sustainable development in Kenya and Africa. From agriculture, food security, basic and applied sciences, engineering, ICT, governance and policy, medicine, energy and climate change, the discussions were insightful, highlighting the… Continue reading →

A team from the School of Health Sciences at St. Paul’s University (SPU) visited Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) on Tuesday March 21, 2022 for academic exchange and benchmarking mission. The aim of the visit was to discuss and gain insights into three key areas namely clinical instruction, medical skills laboratory, and examination processing in a bid to identify areas of improvement for the nursing programme at SPU. While welcoming the SPU team to JKUAT, Prof. Robert Kinyua, Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of Academic Affairs, described the Bachelors of Nursing programme… Continue reading →

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) and the East African Breweries (EABL) staged a STEM Engagement Day, Friday March 17, seeking to leverage on emerging trends and opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics disciplines, against the backdrop of a rapidly changing work ecosystem. In his welcoming remarks, JKUAT Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs), Prof. Robert Kinyua, underscored the critical role of the academia-industry linkage in advancing scientific research, innovation, technology development, and its contribution to the education and training of the next generation of STEM professionals. The function was headlined by a… Continue reading →

The Department of Rehabilitative Sciences at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) has commenced the implementation of the 3-wheels wheelchair project in an effort to test the suitability of the wheelchair ahead of large-scale production. The project by JKUAT and Motivation Charitable Trust, is set to produce the first locally manufactured wheelchairs customized for users and fit for the rural and peri-urban terrain, a factor that necessitated the project. The first phase of the trial, which commenced on Monday March 13, 2023, featured a sample of five volunteers who will test the 3-wheel… Continue reading →

Kenya’s fisheries and aquaculture sectors have faced significant challenges in recent years, including overfishing, post-harvest losses, and the effects of climate change. These issues have led to dwindling fish stocks and declining incomes for fishermen and fish farmers. However, research has indicated that innovative techniques can lead to an upturn in fortunes for a sustainable blue economy and ensure the sustainability of the industry. A Japanese scholar, Prof. Atsushi Hagiwara of Nagasaki University, has been conducting extensive research at Lake Victoria and Japan to develop sustainable techniques aimed at conserving fish and reducing post-harvest losses… Continue reading →