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Samson Kidiga, a Senior Technologist at the Department of Chemistry and Materials Sciences taking visiting guests from the University of Juba through technical aspects of the laboratory equipment

University of Juba Delegation Benchmarks with TU-K

TU-K may soon enter a collaboration with the University of Juba (UoJ). Prof. Andrew Kiri Amegovu, the Director in-charge of Research and Publication at UoJ, led a delegation that recently visited TU-K for benchmarking. Deputy Vice-Chancellor in-charge of Institutional Advancement and Enterprises (IAE), Prof. Paul Wambua, along with his counterpart in charge of Research and Technology Development (RTD), Prof. Isaac Orina received the visitors.

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VC Prof. Benedict Mutua making his keynote address during the 'Sharing the Sky'  workshop opening ceremony

Astronomy and robotic telescope technology begins

Researchers from Global South are taking bold steps in building capacities and knowledge in astronomy and robotic telescope technology amongst the future generation of scientists. To foster a leadership role in this field, TU-K in partnership with the Sharing the Sky Programme, is hosting a 3-day workshop themed ‘Skill Development using a global telescope network for uplifting the East African astronomical research community’.

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Dr. Julius Bosire

Dr. Bosire to Represent the Academia at Kenya Editors Guild

TU-K’s Dr. Julius Bosire, has been elected a Council Member for the Academia in the Kenya Editors’ Guild. The elections were on Saturday 24th May 2025, where he beat a worthy opponent, Mr. Nathan Masambu from Daystar University.  The Kenya Editors’ Guild is a professional association of editors who work to promote Media Freedom, Credibility and Professionalism. The Council plays a key decision-making role at the guild.

In an interview with Dr. Bosire in his office following the elections, he said that as the Council Member for the Academia, he will influence decisions that affect universities and other institutions of learning that produce journalists. Additionally, he said he will also play a critical role in creating a bridge between the two institutions, tackling issues relating to training, and curricular development as well as ensure that students have the necessary equipment to meet the industry standards.

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Panel Explores the Role of Higher Education Institutions in Tackling Global Challenges

Prof. (Eng.) Paul Wambua, Deputy Vice Chancellor, Institutional Advancement and Enterprise at the Technical University of Kenya (TUK), recently participated in a high-level panel discussion on ‘The role of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in addressing global challenges’ at the University of Alicante, Spain.

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Some of the TU-K French Club members who participated during the contest together with their Patron Dr. Teresa Atieno Otieno.

TU-K French Club Tops at National Eloquence Contest!

“L’éducation est la respiration lente mais sûre d’un monde qui veut vivre.” With these powerful words, the TU-K French Club emerged the winners at the Concours d’éloquence (Public Speaking Contest) held on the 20th of May 2025 at Alliance Française de Nairobi, beating nine other teams from other universities and Alliance Française. The topics explored in this high-level competition included education, artificial intelligence, peace, and climate change — and our students rose to the challenge with excellence. Representing the University with poise, intellect, and linguistic brilliance, TU-K Team made an unforgettable impression with their eloquent speech on “L’éducation – L’outil radical pour reconstruire le possible” (Education – The Radical Tool to Rebuild What’s Possible).

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Participating students in the training in a group picture with the keynote speaker Mr. Kipkorir Rono, an Assistant Lecturer at the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

TU-K Students Lead the Way in Bridging Aeronautical Knowledge

CubeKraft in partnership with the Association of Mechanical Engineering Students, recently conducted a 2-week hybrid training on CubeSat (nanosatellite) technology, to students in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering.The training , facilitated in partnership with The Kenya Space Agency, together with the Italian Space Agency, covered CubeSat Technology including the different Subsystems in Satellites, Mission planning, Payloads & ArduLIMo integration amongst other topics, coupled with hands-on physical training.

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Visiting Professor, Maria Sanchez Marco from University of Alicante, Spain, in a group picture with the DVC, IAE, Prof. Paul Wambua, Chairperson, Department of Health and Biological Sciences Dr. Elizabeth Mwaniki, staff and students after the workshop

Visiting Professor trains Pharmaceutical students on Communications Skills

Maria Sanchez Marco, a visiting Professor from University of Alicante, Spain, today 23rd Friday 2025, facilitated a workshop themed “Communications for Health Professionals” at the Main Hall. The workshop targeted students from the Department of Health and Biomedical Sciences, particularly students pursuing Pharmaceutical Science and Technology.  The aim is to empower the students with potent communication skills to interact with patients and colleagues effectively in a clinical set-up.

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Tourism Tech’ Project developers present the trophy they won during East Africa Future Leaders Challenge to the VC Prof. Benedict Mutua

Student’s Tourism Tech’ Project to Compete in Dubai

Students from the Technical University of Kenya’s Department of Hospitality and Human Ecology will in early 2026 represent Kenya in a global tourism competition in Dubai dubbed the ‘Future Leaders Challenge (FLC)’.  TU-K won a slot in the global competition during the East African ‘Future Leaders Challenge’ that was held at Strathmore University from 28th -29th April 2025. The competition brought together 17 teams from various universities in East Africa to showcase creativity, innovation and ingenuity in hospitality and tourisms spheres.

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Prof. Alfred Orina, DVC, Research and Technology Development together with Prof. George Amolo, Ag. Executive Dean FAST & a team from the Department of Physics, Earth and Environmental Sciences in a group picture with a delegation from ActionLab that was led by Pauline Kanana

Students to Benefit from ActionLab Collaboration with TU-K On AI

An Artificial Intelligence agency under Kenya’s Office of the Special Envoy of Technology dubbed ActionLab, has committed to work with the Technical University of Kenya (TU-K) in areas such as machine learning, big data, start-ups and market-driven innovations to place the country in the global AI technological growth. A delegation from ActionLab who visited TU-K revealed that the a collaboration between the two institutions would open-up several opportunities for students and staff undertaking research and innovations at various levels in AI and data-related fields including industrial placements.

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SGAS Director, Prof. Tom Kwanya together with KNLS Acting Director, Ms. Betty Kalugho lead members of staff from the two institutions during the theses and dissertations handover ceremony

TU-K Presents Theses to the Kenya National Library Service

The School of Graduate and Advanced Studies (SGAS) has presented to the Kenya National Library Service (KNLS) copies of students’ Master’s dissertations and PhD theses. This initiative is in respect of the ongoing collaboration between the two institutions. The team from SGAS was led by the Director, Prof. Tom Kwanya, accompanied by members of staff and Mrs Joyce Mugenya, a Senior Librarian at TU-K’s Library and Resource Learning Centre. They were received by the KNLS Acting Director, Ms. Betty Kalugho, Head of Department Preservation and Conservation, Mr. Richard Rono, and Head of Department Acquisition, Cataloguing Classification and Distribution Department.

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VC Prof. Benedict Mutua addressing freshers at the Main Hall

VC Counsels New Students on Personal Success

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Benedict Mutua, has today 5th May 2025 challenged staff and students to maintain the highest standard of integrity, discipline and respect.  Speaking while addressing first-year students who completed their orientation programme on Friday last week, Prof. Mutua emphasised that TU-K values inclusivity, diversity and ethical behavior. “We all come from different regions and ethnic groups, you never applied to be born there. Respect and appreciate other people’s culture and values. We are here as a family of scholars,” said the VC.

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Guest attendees and trainers accompanied by staff members from TU-K pose for a group photo.

TU-K Refines Scholars’ Research and Presentation Skills

A hybrid training workshop titled "Presentation and Grant Writing Skills was held from 28th to 30th April 2025. The event targeted postgraduate students, early-career researchers, postdoctoral fellows, and professionals across various disciplines to enhance their research skills. The focus of the workshop was to empower the attendees to craft persuasive research proposals with high potential for success in addition to developing exceptional presentation skills for academic settings.

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The incoming SATUK Chairperson Mr. Odhiambo Moses Okal take oath of office during the swearing-in ceremony

New SATUK Officials Sworn-in

VC urges the incoming office bearers to leave a positive impact, serve with humility and inspire other students.

A new chapter has begun for the Student Association of Technical University of Kenya - SATUK 2025/2026 leadership. This follows the taking of the oath of office by the newly-elected SATUK leaders led by Moses Okal Odhiambo, SATUK Chairperson who is deputised by Yvone Nyanchera.  The swearing in ceremony of the newly-elected SATUK 2025/2026 representatives took place today, 30th April 2025 at the University’s Main Hall.

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Guests students and facilitators from various universities who were led by the Principal Investigator Dr. Peter Ndangili, a senior lecturer with members of staff after the first session of the science communication training at TU-K

Practical Science Communication Skills Necessary for Researchers

The Department of Chemistry and Material Science recently organised a training workshop themed Training on Public Engagement & Science Communication for Early Career Chemists. aimed at enhancing public engagement and science communication among early-career chemists.

PhD and Master’s students from various institutions including TU-K, University of Nairobi, Kenyatta University, Maseno University, Multimedia University, Bomet University, Thika Technical Training Institute, United States International University, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology and Chuka University participated during the blended training - physical and virtual.

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From Left  Prof. Paul Baki, Prof. Hussein Farah, Dr. Jack Radcliffe (Project lead at Manchester University) and Prof Isaac Orina

TU-K Leads in a Sh.41 Million Fundamental Science Project in Africa

The Technical University of Kenya is playing a key role in a Sh.41 Million Geodesy project, a fundamental field in physical sciences, engineering and mapping technology set to be implemented in Africa.

The project is funded by the United Kingdom Research and Innovation (UKRI) bringing in collaborating universities and research institutions in South Africa, Tanzania, Ghana, Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda with TU-K as the lead institution. The project lead at Manchester University Dr. Jack Radcliffe recently visited TU-K where he met with the implementing partners in preparation for the launch of the project. He also paid a courtesy call on the Deputy Vice Chancellor Research and Technology Development, Prof. Isaac Orina, to brief him on the project.

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Prof. Maurice Amutabi Appointed DVC-ASA

Professor Maurice Amutabi is the new Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academic and Student Affairs (DVC-ASA). He takes over from Prof. Paul Shiundu whose term ended in 2023. Prof. Francis Gatheri, the Executive Dean, Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology, has been serving as DVC – ASA on acting capacity. In a memo to the University community, the Chairman of the University Council, Dr. Idle Farah said Prof. Amutabi will serve for a term of five years effective May 1, 2025.

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Member of staff from TU-K, a student from Langata Barracks Secondary School and officers from the Barrack during a joint tree growing exercise at the school compound

Staff, Students Plant 1,000 Tree Seedlings at Langata Barracks

On 12th April 2025, members of staff and students planted over 1,000 trees at Langata Barracks Secondary School compound. This was in conjunction with staff, students from the school and Kenya Defence Force officers.

The tree growing exercise is part of President Dr. William Ruto’s initiative to plant 15 billion trees by 2030, a move aimed at reducing greenhouse emissions, and reversing deforestation and restoring 5.1 million hectares of deforested and degraded landscapes.

The University has in the past participated in tree growing exercises at Konza Technopolis City and Highway Secondary School, Nairobi.

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Council Chairman, Dr Omar Farah presents the Chancellor, Dr Jared Kangwana with his Doctorate certificate

Council Holds Breakfast Meeting With Chancellor

Chancellor Dr. Jared Kangwana has formally been presented with his Honorary Doctor of Business Administration degree certificate of the Technical University of Kenya.  The formal presentation of the degree certificate by the University Council Chairman, Dr Idle Omar Farah, happened during a breakfast meeting held at the University. Dr. Kangwana was appointed Chancellor, in April 2024 by President, Dr. William Samoei Ruto, to serve for a period of five years. He was conferred with the honorary doctorate, during the 13th graduation ceremony, held on 26th November 2024.

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Members of the University Council and Staff at the TU-K South C piece of land

Council Members in Strategic Assessment Tour at TU-K

On Thursday 10th April 2025, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Benedict Mutua, led the members of the Finance and General Purpose of the University Council on a comprehensive familiarisation tour of the institution's main facilities and sites. The purpose of the tour was to evaluate the University’s physical assets to inform strategic decisions on how they may be leveraged to enhance the revenue streams.

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Mr. Mwaiwa Kivunzya, a Principal Investigator and Senior Technician (Right) showcasing one of the expensive chemical substances. Also present are Dr. Peter Dangili, a Senior Lecturer and Ms. Hellen Nchore, a Senior Technician (Left) at the chemistry storage lab.

Chemistry Department Ups Lab Safety and Security

The grant that the Department of Chemistry and Material Science secured in 2024 from Civilian Research Development Fund (CRDF) Global, valued at USD 11,500 (approximately KSh.1.49m), has been used in strengthening the safety, security, and environmental sustainability of the Chemistry laboratory.

The grant was used to purchase four color-coded, lockable cabinets specifically designed for the safe handling of dual-use and potentially weaponisable chemicals. These cabinets are built with acid-resistant materials, are coated with weatherproof paint, and feature an advanced dual-lock system to ensure high levels of security.

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Student Notices


BRITISH ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL WRITING SKILLS MENTORING SCHEME

We are pleased to invite early career social scientists (ECRs) from the Technical University of Kenya (TU-K), the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), and Pwani University to join the International Workshop and Mentoring Scheme. 

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Call for Applications - DARA Astronomy Basic Training Programme

The Development in Africa with Radio Astronomy ( DARA) 2025 Applications  are now open

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STRATEGIC PLAN 2023 — 2027


Revised Academic Calendar 
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 Membership to the International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience (IAESTE – Kenya Chapter)

The Technical University of Kenya is a member of the International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience (IAESTE), Kenya Chapter
International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience (IAESTE) is a global non-governmental, non-profit organisation, which benefits students, employers and universities through its international internship programme.

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Tender Notice

Tenders & Supplier Pre-Qualification Notice for Framework Contracts, for Financial Year 2024/2025 & 2025/2026 (Two Years) . 

The Technical University of Kenya (TU-K) invites applications from interested, eligible, and capable firms for Framework agreement Tenders in the following categories:

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