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Kenyatta University

Also known as: Kenyatta Univeristy

Kenyatta University — Kenyan university that competes in national sports leagues and has partnerships with the Chinese government for student scholarships and educational exchanges.

2026-04-242026-05-21

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  1. April 2026
  2. It shows my speed is improving and I believe the 10,000m title can come back home with proper preparations.” Wanza, an education graduate from Kenyatta University who trains in Ngong, now heads into the Africa Senior Championships in Accra from May 12 to 17 as one of Kenya’s key

    Citizen Digital

    Kip Keino Classic: Track prospect Diana Wanza dominates 5,000m
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Universities show growing competitiveness in KUSF games

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The just-concluded Kenya Universities Sports Federation Nairobi North Conference League has revealed growing competitiveness in university sports, with institutions using athletics to nurture talent and future careers. Kenyatta University emerged as the overall winning university, while Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology finished third and won the Most Disciplined University award.

19 May 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Universities show growing competitiveness in KUSF games

    The just-concluded Kenya Universities Sports Federation Nairobi North Conference League has revealed growing competitiveness in university sports, with institutions using athletics to nurture talent and future careers. Kenyatta University emerged as the overall winning university, while Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology finished third and won the Most Disciplined University award.

    19 May 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 17 May

  1. Strathmore beats Kenyatta 27-22 in Division One handball

    Strathmore University defeated Kenyatta University 27-22 in a Division One Handball League match at Nyayo National Stadium. Head coach Victor Siero said the win marks the team's second victory in the second leg and signals improvement after losing their previous two matches.

    17 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 16 May

  1. NCPB defeats GSU 22-19 to extend unbeaten run

    Defending champions NCPB maintained their undefeated streak in the Kenya Handball Federation Premier League by beating General Service Unit 22-19 at Nyayo National Stadium. NCPB dominated the first half with a 13-8 lead before GSU mounted a second-half comeback.

    16 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Kenya positions creative economy as youth employment driver

    Government officials say Kenya's creative industry is well placed to create jobs for youth and boost the economy through integration of art, technology and innovation. A Women in Technology and Innovation Africa Creative Show 2026 event brought together policymakers, artists, and innovators to discuss the future of Kenya's creative economy.

    13 May 2026 · The Standard

Monday 11 May

  1. Kenyatta University credits China for scholarships, educational ties

    Kenyatta University's vice-chancellor praised the Chinese government for scholarships and partnerships that support students, noting at least 25 annual beneficiaries from the university, with over 300 having benefited over the years. The collaboration includes academic exchanges, curriculum development, and Chinese language training through the university's Confucius Institute.

    11 May 2026 · Capital News

Sunday 10 May

  1. Kenya Pipeline, KCB extend winning runs in KVF league

    Reigning champions Kenya Pipeline whitewashed Kenyatta University 25-1, 25-2, 25-9, while former champions KCB defeated A-Plus 25-13, 25-16, 25-11 as play-offs lineup takes shape in the Kenya Volleyball Federation Women's National League.

    10 May 2026 · The Standard

  2. Creative economy key to youth employment, government says

    Kenya's creative economy holds potential for employment creation and national transformation, according to the State Department for Creative Economy Principal Secretary Fikirini Jacobs, who spoke at the Women in Technology and Innovation Africa Creative Show 2026 in Nairobi.

    10 May 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 9 May

  1. DCI, Pipeline and KCB win in Kenya volleyball league

    DCI beat KDF in straight sets to register their sixth win of the 2025-2026 season, while defending champions Kenya Pipeline and former holders KCB Bank also won their matches. Pipeline defeated previously top-placed Postbank 3-1, with Postbank suffering their second defeat.

    9 May 2026 · The Standard

Friday 8 May

  1. KVF postpones men's volleyball league for Africa Cup qualifiers

    The Kenya Volleyball Federation has postponed the fourth round of the national men's league (originally scheduled for May 14–17) to allow the national team, Wafalme Stars, adequate preparation time for the CAVB African Nations Championship Zone V Qualifiers 2026, set for June 1–5 in Kampala, Uganda.

    8 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Nairobi court halts Maseno University vice-chancellor recruitment

    The Employment and Labour Relations Court in Nairobi has temporarily stopped the recruitment of a new Vice Chancellor for Maseno University after Prof. Mary Abukutsa-Onyango challenged the process, claiming she was unfairly excluded from the shortlist despite meeting the January 9, 2026 deadline. Justice Jacob Gakeri granted leave for judicial review proceedings against the Public Service Commission and Maseno University.

    28 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 24 April

  1. Diana Wanza wins 5,000m at Kip Keino Classic

    Kenya's Diana Wanza won the women's 5,000m at the 2026 Kip Keino Classic in a personal best of 15:28.91, breaking away decisively with six laps remaining. Wanza is headed to the Africa Senior Athletics Championships in Accra as one of Kenya's medal hopes.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

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