The Chair of JKUAT Council, Dr. Micah Onsando, has lauded the role of satellite campuses in expanding access to quality education and fostering regional development. By offering programs tailored to local needs, these campuses not only extend JKUAT’s academic reach but also drive innovation and community engagement.
Dr. Onsando made these remarks during a visit by the University Council to the CBD and Karen campuses on April 29, 2025. The visit sought to assess progress, engage with staff and students, and explore ongoing challenges and opportunities for growth.
According to Chair of Council, JKUAT’s satellite campuses have played a critical role in bringing higher education closer to communities, both geographically and academically.
“It is imperative that, even as satellite campuses function as extensions of the university, they cultivate their own unique identity and offer programs that directly respond to the needs of the regions they serve,” he noted.
He also commended the Nairobi CBD Consultancy Centre, an initiative by the CBD campus fraternity for its
innovative approach to professional development.
The Centre offers a diverse portfolio of online short courses, including the flagship Humanitarian Leadership program. This course is designed to equip practitioners with strategic, operational, and ethical leadership skills essential for navigating complex humanitarian environments.
The programs at the centre have attracted a growing number of professionals from both the public and private sectors, thanks to its relevance, flexibility, and strong focus on real-world application.
Vice Chancellor Prof. Victoria Ngumi reiterated the university’s commitment to expanding access to higher education through strategically located campuses. She noted that these campuses are designed to decentralize learning while offering academic programs aligned with the social and economic priorities of their respective localities.
“Campuses have a duty to continuously innovate by developing initiatives and programs that address emerging societal needs, enhance student learning, and contribute meaningfully to national development,” said Prof. Ngumi.
Prof. Ngumi further emphasized JKUAT management commitment to strengthening the University brand, underscoring the vital role that satellite campuses play in enhancing institutional visibility, fostering self-sustainability, and deepening community impact.
To commemorate the visit, the University Council members participated in a tree-planting exercise at the Karen campus.
