Internal Audit Department Extends CSR Support to Havilla Children’s Home

On 21 August 2026, the Internal Audit Department undertook its 2026 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activity through a visit to Havillah Children’s Home. The initiative demonstrated the Department’s commitment to giving back to the community, promoting compassion, and supporting children in need.

We wish to formally announce the retirement of Mr. James Langi, who retired in March 2026, and Mr. Felix Warutumo, who retired in January 2026 after many years of dedicated service in the Internal Audit Department.

Throughout their tenure, both officers demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and commitment, making significant contributions to strengthening the department’s operations and upholding accountability within the institution.

In a demonstration of the link between environmental stewardship and pedagogical responsibility, staff from the University of Nairobi—including members of the Internal Audit Department—joined national partners in the institution’s Annual Tree Planting and Growing Initiative held on Thursday, April 2, at Upper Kabete Campus.

The Internal Audit Directorate ranked the 2nd best in Central Performing Units/Directorates PC. The department was able to maintain the position in 2 consecutive years (2023/2024 and 2024/2025). This is as a result of all the staff teamwork and support to the attainment of the departmental objectives.The event was held at Taifa Hall on February 26th, 2026. 

The congregation had gathered for the Annual Staff Recognition Awards . The staff awarded with Staff Recognition Awards for their excellent performance were:

The University of Nairobi has been ranked in five subjects in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by Subject 2026, retaining its position as Kenya's top-performing university. The University of Nairobi is the only institution in Kenya ranked across multiple subjects, solidifying its position as the country's leading comprehensive university.

On 15 January 2026, the University of Nairobi (UoN) hosted vice chancellors and hub leaders from partner universities to discuss the Kenya Science Translation Hub, a platform designed to turn research into policy action in food systems.

The meeting was led by the Acting Vice Chancellor and aimed to inform university leadership about the Hub’s purpose and planned activities. The Hub, launched in October 2025, is an initiative under AgriFose2030.

County governors are under increased scrutiny after audit reports exposed major weaknesses in hospitals, water utilities, and municipalities.

The findings, contained in Auditor General Nancy Gathungu’s reports for the year ending June 30, 2025, prompted the Senate County Public Investments and Special Funds Committee to question eight governors over two days — one of the most extensive accountability sessions since devolution.

The government’s relief food programmes are under scrutiny after Auditor General Nancy Gathungu flagged serious gaps in policy, oversight, and accountability.

In her audit for the 2024/25 financial year, Gathungu found that the State Department for Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs) lacks a formal policy framework to guide relief food operations, raising concerns over whether aid reaches the most vulnerable.

The Auditor General has flagged billions of shillings in unpaid car and mortgage loans issued to county officials, raising fresh concerns over financial mismanagement in devolved units.

According to Auditor General Nancy Gathungu’s reports for the year ending June 30, 2025, loans advanced to governors, MCAs, and senior county officials between 2013 and 2022 remain largely unrecovered, with weak or nonexistent recovery mechanisms.

The audit shows that some beneficiaries left office, died, or disappeared from county payrolls without clearing their debts.

The Havillah Family expresses its sincere gratitude for the support and generosity received during the year 2025. The assistance provided greatly contributed to easing the family’s journey and supporting the welfare of the children under their care.

The family acknowledges the time taken to visit and the continued commitment demonstrated in providing care and support. This generosity is deeply appreciated and is recognized as a significant contribution to their wellbeing.