Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology — Western Kenya-based university involved in medical training partnerships, research initiatives, and subject of integrity investigations regarding procurement and staff certification issues.
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… Speaking at Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology in Kakamega, during training for Shirikiana Sacco delegates, Oparanya said it has become common for individuals to form Saccos and conduct funds drives during the election period before they disappear with members' m …
Government warns over briefcase Saccos out to defraud Kenyans ahead of pollsThe Standard
… ty leaders and government agencies said LREB faces socio-economic and environmental challenges that can only be addressed through research.They spoke during the 2026 LREB Research and Innovation Dissemination Conference, held at Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology …
Calls for research and innovation to harness LREB economic potentialCitizen Digital
EACC grills Masinde Muliro University VC over controversial appointment of procurement director By Citizen Reporter May 18, 2026 03:47 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter File image of the EACC headquarters at …
EACC grills Masinde Muliro University VC over controversial appointment of procurement directorCapital News
… Ezekiel Chirchir Kipkoech as Director of Procurement at Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST), amid renewed scrutiny over his past graft-related court cases and integrity record. …
EACC Probe Into MMUST Procurement Director Appointment Deepens Over Integrity ConcernsThe Standard
President Ruto addresses the International Youth Day forum at Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kakamega. …
United opposition projected to crush Ruto in 2027 with 76pc of total votesThe Standard
President Ruto addresses the International Youth Day forum at Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kakamega. …
Why United Opposition could crush Ruto in 2027 electionThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeAlumni of Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology Alumni Association have accused the university council of interfering with the institution’s management and using state agencies to intimidate staff members. …
MMUST alumni question staff hiring, accuse Council of intimidationCitizen Digital
Former Masinde Muliro University employee charged with forgery of academic certificates By Joseph Muia May 13, 2026 08:01 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter File image of a judge's gavel. …
Former Masinde Muliro University employee charged with forgery of academic certificatesNakuru RFC and Menengai Oilers have been grouped together in Group D at the Prinsloo Sevens tournament, scheduled for next week at Nakuru Athletic Club as the first leg of the 2026 Sportpesa National Sevens Circuit. Defending champions Strathmore Leos headline Group B, while circuit champions Kabras Sugar are in Group A.
19 July 2026 · The Standard →
Nakuru RFC and Menengai Oilers have been grouped together in Group D at the Prinsloo Sevens tournament, scheduled for next week at Nakuru Athletic Club as the first leg of the 2026 Sportpesa National Sevens Circuit. Defending champions Strathmore Leos headline Group B, while circuit champions Kabras Sugar are in Group A.
19 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Environment and Lands Court dismissed a case filed by five individuals and a company against Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Turkana University College, and Mount Kenya University over a 100-meter stretch of land. Justice Christopher Nzili ruled that the plaintiffs failed to prove they were the original allotees and did not demonstrate they had sought to reduce the universities' land titles or prove fraud in the title acquisition.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology has partnered with Rainbow for Africa UK to establish an ultrasound simulation laboratory to strengthen medical training and improve maternal and neonatal healthcare in Western Kenya and the country. The facility will serve as a Centre of Excellence for ultrasound training, research and innovation.
6 July 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece observes that fathers are notably absent from Parents' Days and increasingly absent from their children's lives, describing a growing phenomenon of physical or emotional absence despite individual family circumstances.
4 July 2026 · The Standard →
The government has procured 600 digital live capture technology devices enabling national identity cards to be issued in 10 days for other regions and rural counties, and in one day for Nairobi applicants. The PS said over 24,000 public services are now available on the e-Citizen platform, and passport processing has been expedited to seven days.
1 July 2026 · The Standard →
Alexander Ndumia Kariuki, a former Kaimosi Friends University employee, has been charged with fraudulently acquiring over Ksh.6.3 million in public funds after allegedly using a forged Master of Criminology degree to secure employment as a Tutorial Fellow. The EACC investigation found the certificate was falsely attributed to Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology.
16 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A former Kaimosi Friends University employee has been charged with forging a Master's degree certificate to secure employment and fraudulently earning over Sh6.3 million in salaries and benefits. He appeared before an Anti-Corruption Court and denied charges of fraudulent acquisition of public funds, forgery, and presenting the forged degree to Vihiga county government.
16 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto has defended his frequent foreign trips against criticism from opposition leaders and Kenyans over misuse of public funds, insisting his travels aim to advance Kenya's development agenda and secure opportunities for citizens.
14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
DAP-K party leader Eugene Wamalwa has proposed that Kibabii University be renamed in honour of the late Cardinal Maurice Michael Otunga, arguing that Kenya should use public institutions to commemorate national figures of integrity and moral standing.
14 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto, on a Western Kenya campaign tour, accused opposition leaders of engaging in noise-making and political forum shopping rather than offering substantive policy solutions. He alleged they use public spaces like markets, churches, and funerals to make divisive campaign speeches.
13 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto launched Shirikiana Sacco, a new cooperative financial institution aimed at expanding access to savings, affordable credit and investment opportunities. The President praised Cooperatives and MSMEs Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya for his work on financial inclusion, noting the Hustler Fund has grown to Sh90 billion.
13 June 2026 · Capital News →
The government has warned of rising fraudulent Saccos formed ahead of the 2027 General Election and is tightening regulations in the cooperative sector. Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya said the ministry now requires any Sacco seeking licensing to have a minimum capital base of Sh10 million within the county of operation.
11 June 2026 · The Standard →
Researchers and university leaders speaking at the 2026 LREB Research and Innovation Dissemination Conference have called for increased investment in research and innovation to address socio-economic and environmental challenges in the Lake Region Economic Bloc, with emphasis on translating research findings into practical community solutions. A Masinde Muliro University director noted the region's economic potential in agriculture and mining, and suggested farmers diversify beyond sugar production to include value-added products like ethanol and packaging materials.
2 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has questioned Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology Vice Chancellor Prof. Solomon Shibairo over the controversial appointment of the university's Director of Procurement, Dr Ezekiel Chirchir Kipkoech, following allegations that he was irregularly recruited despite a previous conviction history.
18 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has intensified investigations into the appointment of Dr. Ezekiel Chirchir Kipkoech as Director of Procurement at Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, citing integrity concerns and his past graft-related court cases. The university's Vice Chancellor appeared before EACC investigators and the University Council faces accusations of irregularly recruiting Kipkoech despite questions over his legal troubles and suitability for public office.
18 May 2026 · Capital News →
A united opposition candidate would defeat President William Ruto with 76 per cent of the vote in the 2027 elections, according to polling projections.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
A united opposition presidential candidate would trounce President William Ruto with 76 per cent of the vote in the 2027 elections, according to The Standard.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Alumni of Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology have accused the university council of interfering with management and using state agencies to intimidate staff members. They questioned the recruitment of a procurement officer who they allege had been previously convicted in magistrate's court, raising concerns about the university's integrity and recruitment standards.
14 May 2026 · The Standard →
Florah Lipesa Koloba, a former Masinde Muliro University employee, was charged in the Kakamega Anti-Corruption Court with forging a diploma in Community Health Nursing, a nursing certificate, and a KCSE certificate to secure employment. The EACC investigation alleges she fraudulently acquired public property amounting to Ksh.7,584,574 in salary between January 2015 and May 2023.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →