Also known as: KAIST
Kenya's first postgraduate-only university, chartered in May 2026 to offer advanced research programmes in science and technology fields.
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Capital News
… South Korea is also supporting the development of the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (Kenya-AIST), which is modelled on the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST). …
Mudavadi: Kenya-Korea Ties Must Shift From Aid to Technology and InvestmentThe Standard
… "As Kenya advances its knowledge economy agenda, institutions such as Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology remain committed to building strong partnerships that drive research excellence, innovation, technology development, and the preparation of globally competitiv …
Government roots Kenya's AI ambitions in industry-led digital skillsCapital News
… The Education CS also highlighted Kenya’s recent elevation of the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (Kenya-AIST) and the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) into specialized postgraduate degree-awarding institutions, describing the move as a milestone in str …
CS Ogamba Calls for Stronger Kenya-UK Health Education Partnership as Alliance Renews MoUThe Standard
… Ogamba further pointed at Kenya's decision to elevate the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (Kenya-AIST) and the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) into specialized postgraduate degree-awarding institutions, describing the move as a major step toward streng …
Ogamba pushes for education-led Kenya-UK health partnershipCapital News
… The Government is also investing in flagship institutions, including the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), the Open University of Kenya and Konza Technopolis, while finalising the National Artificial Intelligence Policy and the National Data Governance F …
Ruto hails Kenya’s Huawei ICT winners, pledges more investment in digital skillsCitizen Digital
… graduated to goons - Ruto By Edward Chweya July 26, 2026 03:35 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter President William Ruto speaks after awarding charters to the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology …
We were lenient with protesters, they have now graduated to goons - RutoCitizen Digital
… S request for Ebola centre By Brian Kimani June 04, 2026 07:38 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter President William Ruto speaks after awarding charters to the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology …
'We would look very inhuman', Ruto defends decision to allow US request for Ebola centreThe Standard
… Head of Public Service Felix Koskei convened a Principal Secretaries' Forum at the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (Kenya AIST) in Konza Technopolis on Wednesday, June 3, the first time the forum has been held at the institution. …
PSs urged to pick up pace as govt tightens grip on deliveryCapital News
… Turning to Kenya–South Korea relations, Mudavadi praised the growing partnership in technology, education, and innovation, highlighting joint projects such as Konza Technopolis and the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (Kenya-AIST), modeled after Korea’s KAIST. …
Mudavadi Calls for Global South Unity as Kenya Pushes for Stronger Global Role in Seoul AddressCitizen Digital
… 6 dead, 74 hospitalised By Benjamin Muriuki May 28, 2026 10:50 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter President William Ruto speaks after awarding charters to the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology …
Ruto, Kindiki mourn Utumishi Girls fire victims as police say 16 dead, 74 hospitalisedPrime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has called for deeper Kenya-South Korea cooperation in technology, innovation, and investment, saying the two countries should transform their relationship from one based on aid into a partnership driven by shared economic opportunities.
4 September 2026 · Capital News →
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has called for deeper Kenya-South Korea cooperation in technology, innovation, and investment, saying the two countries should transform their relationship from one based on aid into a partnership driven by shared economic opportunities.
4 September 2026 · Capital News →
The government has identified industry-led digital skills training as critical to Kenya's Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2025-2030, aiming to produce a workforce for an AI-powered economy and position Kenya as a producer of digital innovation rather than merely a consumer of emerging technologies.
2 August 2026 · The Standard →
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has called for Kenya and the UK to prioritize education, research and skills development in their healthcare partnership, emphasizing that well-trained healthcare professionals are essential for universal health coverage. The Kenya-UK Health Alliance, launched in 2021, has attracted over £116 million in research and training investments and enabled more than 280 Kenyan nurses to qualify.
29 July 2026 · Capital News →
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has called for education, research and skills development to be the cornerstone of the Kenya-UK health partnership, arguing that universal health coverage depends on a highly skilled healthcare workforce. Since its 2021 establishment, the Kenya-UK Health Alliance has attracted more than £116 million in research and capacity-building investments and trained over 280 Kenyan nurses to international standards.
29 July 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto reaffirmed the Government's commitment to making education and technology central to Kenya's transformation, noting the country's strong performance at the 2026 Global Huawei ICT Competition demonstrates Kenya is emerging as Africa's technology hub. Kenya's Cloud Track Team won the Grand Prize, marking the country's first win since joining the competition in 2019.
28 July 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto assured Kenya of peaceful elections in 2027, saying his administration will deal firmly with goonism. He linked increased goon attacks at political events to leniency shown during 2024 Gen Z protests, stating that protesters "have now graduated to goons."
26 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto, speaking during a state visit to South Africa, defended his decision to allow the United States to build an Ebola facility in Laikipia, saying it would be "inhuman" and irresponsible to reject a US-funded request to help manage regional health threats, citing US past support for Kenya's health infrastructure.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Head of Public Service Felix Koskei convened a Principal Secretaries' Forum at Kenya AIST in Konza Technopolis to step up pressure on implementation of the government's transformation agenda before the financial year closes. The session reviewed progress across ministries on priority programmes including food security, national security, public health, government communication and investment promotion.
3 June 2026 · The Standard →
Prime Cabinet Secretary Mudavadi addressed Sungkyunkwan University in Seoul, calling for renewed Global South solidarity and stronger multilateral cooperation, and warning that rising unilateralism and weaponisation of economic tools are straining multilateralism as countries rethink their diplomatic and economic strategies.
2 June 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto and Deputy President Kithure Kindiki have mourned students who died in a dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil, Nakuru County, with police reporting 16 dead and 74 hospitalized as investigations continue.
28 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto stated that the government has spent more than Ksh.28 billion in fuel stabilisation measures and tax relief to cushion Kenyans from the ongoing global fuel crisis, which he attributed to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and conflict involving Iran.
22 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya-AIST, the country's first institution to offer only postgraduate studies and advanced research programmes, received its charter from President William Ruto. The institution will admit about 110 students in coming months to pursue government-sponsored master's programmes in science and technology fields.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto has said deliberate investment in science, technology and innovation is necessary for the country's prosperity and global competitiveness, and that continued education reforms and expansion of research and technology institutions are part of the government's strategy for national transformation. He made the remarks at State House after awarding charters to KAIST and KEMRI universities.
14 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto said deliberate investment in science, technology and innovation is the only path to Kenya's prosperity and global competitiveness. He awarded charters to the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) and the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), elevating them to specialised degree-awarding status as part of the government's strategy for national transformation.
14 May 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto has awarded university charters to the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) and the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), elevating them to full university status to strengthen Kenya's higher education and research capacity.
14 May 2026 · Capital News →