Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Ian Kamau Irungu, Isaac Kimeu Kioko and Libby Njoki Maina from the University of Nairobi Faculty of Law emerged winners of the 24th John H. Jackson Moot Court Competition on WTO Law, held in Geneva, Switzerland, from 23 to 27 June 2026 bringing Kenya and the University of Nairobi on the global map.
The University of Nairobi, through the Office of the Dean of Students, successfully conducted the University of Nairobi Students’ Association (UNSA) 2026/2027 Leadership Induction Workshop on Monday, June 8, 2026, at the CBK Institute of Monetary Studies along Thika Road.
The University of Nairobi, through the Office of the Dean of Students, in collaboration with the UNESCO O3 Plus Project, successfully conducted a Peer Counselling and O3 Plus Champions Training on Friday, May 15, 2026, at the UoN Towers.
The full-day training brought together student leaders and peer counsellors for an intensive capacity-building session aimed at strengthening psychosocial support systems within the University.
The University of Nairobi (UoN), through the Office of Career Services, successfully hosted the High Schools Career Fair 2026 on Friday, May 22, 2026, at the Main Campus. The event brought together high school students, career guidance teachers, and university representatives for an engaging and informative experience aimed at shaping students’ academic and professional futures.
The University of Nairobi, through the Office of the Dean of Students and Career Services, successfully convened a Mental Health Strategic Partners’ Breakfast Forum on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at the UoN Towers.
The University through the Office of the Dean of Students successfully convened a two-day End-Term Review and Leadership Transition Training for the 2025/2026 University of Nairobi Students Association (UNSA) leaders on March 16–17, 2026 at Travellers Beach Hotel in Mombasa. The forum brought together student leaders and University Management to reflect on the 2025/2026 leadership term, celebrate achievements, and shape the future of student governance at the University of Nairobi.
The University of Nairobi successfully hosted the Faculty of Law Career Fair & Expo 2026 on February 26–27, 2026 at the Parklands Campus under the theme “Shaping Future Lawyers for Local Relevance and Global Competitiveness.” The two-day event brought together students, legal practitioners, industry leaders, and career development experts to engage in meaningful discussions on career planning, emerging opportunities in the legal profession, and the skills required for success in a rapidly evolving legal landscape.
The University of Nairobi’s Office of Career Services, hosted a dynamic and inspiring Career Guidance and Student Wellness Forum for Engineering students on Friday Novemebr 21, 2025 from 11.00am to 1.00pm. The event was designed to equip engineering students with the tools, insights, and motivation they need to thrive both academically and professionally.
The University of Nairobi’s Office of Career Services successfully hosted the 2025 First-Year Career Mentorship and Student Support Services Sensitization Session for students in the Faculty of the Built Environment and Design (FBED) on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at Space 108. The session, running from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM, brought together distinguished speakers, faculty representatives, and industry professionals to guide new students as they begin their academic journey.
40 members of the University of Nairobi Kili Rover Scouts Crew and their patron, Dr. Josephat Gitonga had the honor of participating in two monumental international events within the scouting world:
• The 11th World Scout Parliamentary Union (WSPU) Youth Assembly at Kamwenja Teachers College, Nyeri (November 6–10, 2025), and
• The 11th World Scout Parliamentary Union (WSPU) General Assembly at Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi (November 11–12, 2025).
