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.
The University of Nairobi, in partnership with Safaricom, undertook a tree planting and growing initiative aimed at promoting environmental sustainability. In support of this initiative, the Internal Audit staff participated in the tree-planting exercise organized by the University. The activity was held on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at the Upper Kabete Campus Field Station.
The Cabinet has resolved to exempt gratuity payments owed to retirees from taxation in a key policy move it says is aimed at enhancing dignity for senior citizens.
Currently, gratuity payments are subject to taxation.
The decision to remove the tax was reached during ministerial deliberations chaired by President William Ruto at State House, Nairobi.
The internal Audit team visited Havillah Children's Home on the 22nd of August 2025. The Internal Audit was represented by Mr. Kenneth Gitau, Director internal Audit, Ms. Rechael Kairu and Ms. Rose Njoroge.
In attendance were also a team from the All Saints Cathedral Church, Nairobi Home Cell Group in which some of the Audit staff fellowships with. The Cell Group had raised kshs.15,500.00 towards our days shopping.
The Audit dept wishes to thank everyone for the generous contributions and support.
The children were looking good and vibrant.
The Nigerian Internal Audit delegates visited the University of Nairobi Internal Audit department on the 23rd of July 2025. The delegation was lead by Biodun Adedeji, FCA, Programme Cordinator for the Committee of Heads of Internal Audit Department/Units of Nigerian Universities, Who was accompanied by other guest fro Nigeria.The delegates were hosted by Prof.
