• We remain committed to our motto of Unity and Work to realize our Vision:



    A Globally Competitive University Transforming Society.
    UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
    OFFICE OF THE VICE-CHANCELLOR

THE VICE-CHANCELLOR

Prof. Margaret Jesang’ Hutchinson is the Acting Vice Chancellor of the University of Nairobi.
Prof. Hutchinson, who assumed office in Acting Capacity on Monday, August 5, 2024 is also the Substantive Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research, Innovation and Enterprise)

NEWS

  • The Vice Chancellor(Ag) Prof Margaret giving here remarks at the 74th Graduation Ceremony.
    Key Successes Highlighted at the 74th Graduation Ceremony
    NEWS /

    The University of Nairobi on December 11, 2025, held its 74th Graduation Ceremony at the Chancellor’s Court, marking a significant milestone in the academic journey of 4,504 graduands.

    During the ceremony, the university conferred 48 Doctorates, 905 master’s degrees, 3,416 bachelor’s degrees, 16 postgraduate diplomas, 14 fellowships, and 98 diplomas. This reaffirmed the University’s role as a leading institution in the training of skilled professionals for national and global development.

  • The Engineering and Science Complex (ESC) Project implementation team.
    Progress Marks Landmark ESC Project Midterm Review
    RESEARCH / INNOVATION /

    The University of Nairobi, on December 1, 2025, hosted the midterm review of the landmark Engineering and Science Complex (ESC) project, one of Kenya’s most significant higher education investments designed to revolutionise STEM education, research and innovation.

VISION & MISSION

Our Vision

A Globally Competitive University Transforming Society
Our Mission

To provide quality university education that embodies the aspirations of the Kenyan people and the global community through teaching, research, innovation, and community service.

VICE-CHANCELLOR'S REFORM AGENDA

A synergistic five-point reform agenda poised to transform the University into a Vibrant, Relevant and Sustainable Institution

Data-Driven Management
Investing our energies and resources towards setting up a comprehensive and integrated data management system. This will entail reengineering our business processes and enhancing and embedding the use of technology.

Governance
Refocusing our human, financial and institutional resources to the core mandate of the University as well as eliminating redundant and overlapping systems, processes, structures, and reporting centers.

Curricula
Reviewing the courses offered at the University of Nairobi with a view to assess the overall cost of implementation of each program and the level they respond to market, industry, societal, and government needs.

Financial Reforms
An efficient and optimal internal financial ecosystem will allow the university to move with confidence towards scaling external resource mobilization with a high level of confidence that any cent received will render 100% value for money and eliminate the fiscal deficit.

People-Focus
The University students, staff, partners and our collaborators are the foundation of the success of the University. The university will therefore proactively take deliberate steps to brand itself and to add value to its staff and students.