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Moi University

Moi University — public university in Kenya facing financial crisis with accumulated debt exceeding 18 billion shillings.

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  1. June 2026
  2. The Standard

    Through collaboration between Moi University, Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital, and leading American universities, the health body has transformed HIV/Aids care and now diversified to address mental health, cancer, hypertension and diabetes.It therefore makes little clinical se

    Kenya-US Ebola deal can work, but full disclosure is needed
  3. The Standard

    Today is when we have come to ratify that this is indeed the specific plan to run our programmes as the counties under the JKP," said Godhana.JKP technical advisor Dr Edwin Odera, an economist from Moi University, outlined the financing structure, saying 35 percent of the total a

    Coast counties unveil Sh156 billion blue economy plan to drive sustainable growth
  4. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya June 19 – Moi University is facing the prospect of a lecturers’ strike that could disrupt the September academic reopening if a long-running dispute over salary arrears remains unresolved.

    Moi University Lecturers Threaten Strike Over Sh1.2bn Salary Arrears Dispute
  5. May 2026
  6. The Standard

    rough joint degree programmes, Erasmus+ mobility frameworks, and collaborative research networks.The agreements, expected to be signed this week between May 25 and May 28, 2026, will involve Kabarak University, Amref International University, Strathmore University, Moi University

    Universities to launch East Africa's first EU academic corridor
  7. The Standard

    She holds a Bachelor of Education degree from Moi University and a Master of Science in Human Resource Management from the University of Manchester.

    TSC boss Mitei honoured at regions' Superwoman awards
  8. April 2026
  9. Capital News

    Kabarnet University College which is a constituent college of Moi University enrolled the inaugural cohort of 569 students in September 2025 at the former Moi Teachers Training College (TTC) Seretunin in Baringo Central.

    Govt Launches Sh1bn Kabarnet University Project in Baringo
  10. The Standard

    Ms Tuya said that the funds will support the establishment of the university, a constituent of Moi University.Tuya was speaking during the university’s groundbreaking ceremony at Kabarnet High School.

    State allocates Sh1b for construction of Kabarnet College
  11. Citizen Digital

    Defence Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya on Monday presided over the groundbreaking ceremony of the institution, which will operate as a constituent college of Moi University.

    Gov't announces construction of Kabarnet University College in Baringo
  12. The Standard

    Kalonzo said Prof. had impacted many public and private institutions, noting that “as a lecturer at the University of Nairobi, to the Vice-Chancellor's office at Egerton and later Moi University, to the Kenya National Examinations Council, Prof.

    Kenya mourns education icon Prof. Raphael Munavu
  13. The Standard

    The former Vice-Chancellor of Moi University died on Sunday, April 26, while undergoing treatment at a Nairobi hospital, bringing to a close a distinguished career that spanned more than four decades.

    Education reforms architect Prof. Raphael Munavu dies
Society

College director arrested over forged academic certificates

The News

The Directorate of Criminal Investigation has arrested Philip Kipsoi Kiyeng, director of Region Group College in Eldoret, for allegedly issuing forged academic certificates and misrepresenting the college as a Moi University affiliate. A victim who enrolled for a Diploma in Business Management was dismissed from employment after the fake certificate was flagged during verification by his employer.

5 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 5 August

  1. College director arrested over forged academic certificates

    The Directorate of Criminal Investigation has arrested Philip Kipsoi Kiyeng, director of Region Group College in Eldoret, for allegedly issuing forged academic certificates and misrepresenting the college as a Moi University affiliate. A victim who enrolled for a Diploma in Business Management was dismissed from employment after the fake certificate was flagged during verification by his employer.

    5 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 31 July

  1. University of Nairobi mourns former Chancellor Dr Vijoo Rattansi

    The University of Nairobi has announced the death of its former Chancellor, Dr Vijoo Rattansi, who served as the institution's fifth Chancellor from 2013 to 2023 and was its first female Chancellor. During her tenure, she worked to expand access to higher education, strengthen academic excellence, and champion scholarships for disadvantaged students.

    31 July 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 30 July

  1. Former University of Nairobi Chancellor Dr. Vijoo Rattansi dies

    Dr. Vijoo Rattansi, the first female chancellor of the University of Nairobi who served from 2013 to 2023, has died. UoN's current Chancellor Prof. Dr. Patrick Verkooijen praised her as a trailblazer whose leadership expanded access to higher education through scholarships and mentorship programmes.

    30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 25 July

  1. Ruto's university funding model faces same crisis as predecessor

    President Ruto's Student-Centred Funding Model, introduced in September 2023 to address underfunding at public universities, is now facing chronic funding deficits as billions of shillings for scholarships, loans, and capitation remain unfunded. The government is preparing another overhaul of university financing after successive funding formulas have all been underfunded.

    25 July 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 18 July

  1. Football offers national healing for conflict-affected countries

    When conflict-affected countries qualify for the World Cup, their participation becomes more than sport—a rare moment of national unity where citizens gather around one flag. DR Congo's return to the 2026 World Cup after 52 years exemplifies this, as the nation uses football as national therapy while managing ongoing conflict in its eastern provinces.

    18 July 2026 · The Standard

Friday 10 July

  1. Political instability blamed for Kenya's economic and social challenges

    An opinion piece argues that political uncertainty undermines investor confidence, weakens public institutions, and limits job opportunities for young Kenyans, with effects visible in university financial troubles, healthcare concerns, and youth migration.

    10 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 8 July

  1. University of Nairobi awaits law school licence renewal

    The University of Nairobi and seven other universities are awaiting renewal of their licences to offer law programmes, as the Council of Legal Education continues evaluating their applications under the Legal Education Act.

    8 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 7 July

  1. Kenya's dental schools meet EAC regional standards

    Kenya's two public dental schools have achieved substantial compliance with regional training standards following joint inspections by the KMPDC and CUE in April 2026, ahead of an upcoming EAC regional evaluation. The University of Nairobi School of Dentistry recorded 75.75 per cent compliance, while Moi University attained 71 per cent under the EAC inspection framework.

    7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 6 July

  1. UASU defends Moi University lecturers after acting VC remarks

    The Universities' Academic Staff Union (UASU) University of Nairobi Chapter has expressed solidarity with Moi University lecturers, condemning remarks allegedly made by the institution's Acting Vice-Chancellor Prof. Kiplagat Kotut during a parliamentary appearance on July 2, 2026, in which he described academic staff as "parasites living off the work of others." The union argued that lecturers in Kenya remain overworked and under-resourced despite mounting challenges at public universities, and that staffing shortages have been repeatedly highlighted by regulatory bodies.

    6 July 2026 · Capital News

Sunday 5 July

  1. Moi University lecturers demand apology from acting VC

    The Universities Academic Staff Union at Moi University is demanding a public apology from Acting Vice-Chancellor Prof. Kiplagat Kotut over alleged remarks in which he described lecturers as "parasites" during a parliamentary committee appearance on July 2.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Moi University lecturers demand apology from vice-chancellor

    The Universities Academic Staff Union at Moi University is demanding a public apology from Acting Vice-Chancellor Prof. Kiplagat Kotut over alleged remarks describing lecturers as "parasites," reportedly made during the university's appearance before the National Assembly Committee on Education.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Moi University financial crisis persists despite recovery plan

    One year after Moi University launched a recovery plan to address financial collapse, the institution remains in financial crisis with the situation far from resolved.

    5 July 2026 · The Standard

  4. Kenya hosts World Dental Congress as schools face accreditation audit

    Kenya will host the World Dental Federation Regional Dental Congress in Mombasa from October 21 to 23, while the country's two public dental schools—University of Nairobi and Moi University—undergo scrutiny over whether their Bachelor of Dental Surgery programmes meet accreditation requirements. The Education Cabinet Secretary directed the Commission for University Education to audit both programmes within 14 days following a legal challenge from the Consumers Federation of Kenya, which argues the programmes lack formal re-accreditation since 2017.

    5 July 2026 · The Standard

Friday 3 July

  1. Moi University plans staff layoffs to resolve financial crisis

    Moi University has unveiled a renewed plan to lay off staff as part of a rationalisation strategy aimed at pulling the institution out of a financial crisis.

    3 July 2026 · The Standard

  2. Moi University plans staff layoffs to address financial crisis

    Moi University has unveiled a renewed plan to lay off staff as part of a rationalisation strategy aimed at pulling the institution out of a financial crisis.

    3 July 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 2 July

  1. Moi University plans layoffs amid 8 billion shilling debt crisis

    Moi University's administration will conduct a work-load analysis and lay off staff to address a severe financial crisis lasting over a decade. The institution has accumulated debt of over 8 billion shillings and pending bills exceeding 10 billion shillings.

    2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 30 June

  1. Education Cabinet Secretary orders audit of dental programmes

    Education Cabinet Secretary Migos Ogamba has directed the Commission for University Education to audit dental training programmes at Moi University and the University of Nairobi, following calls by stakeholders for scrutiny. The audit follows a lawsuit by Consumers Federation of Kenya claiming the institutions admitted students without proper accreditation.

    30 June 2026 · The Standard

Monday 29 June

  1. Teachers push for formal confirmation of Evaleen Mitei as TSC CEO

    A section of teachers has called on the TSC Board and President William Ruto to formally confirm Evaleen Mitei as CEO, saying she has exceeded expectations during her one year serving in an acting capacity since June 2025. The teachers cited her work protecting TSC autonomy, promoting over 30,000 teachers, onboarding 20,000 interns, and rolling out the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

    29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Teachers urge TSC Board to confirm Evaleen Mitei as CEO

    A section of teachers from Nairobi Cosmopolitan Hub has called on the TSC Board and President William Ruto to formally confirm Evaleen Mitei as CEO, saying she has exceeded expectations during her one year serving in an acting capacity since June 2025. The teachers cited her role in protecting TSC autonomy, promoting over 30,000 teachers, onboarding 20,000 interns to permanent terms, and implementing the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

    29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 24 June

  1. Kakamega family demands state compensation two years after police killing

    Maurice and Alice Shiramba, parents of 34-year-old Caroline Shiramba who was killed by a stray bullet during the 2024 youth-led protests in Kakamega town, are urging President William Ruto to fast-track state compensation for families who lost loved ones in the deadly demonstrations.

    24 June 2026 · The Standard

Monday 22 June

  1. Kenya-US Ebola quarantine centre needs scrutiny on national benefits

    An opinion piece argues the planned US-Kenya Ebola quarantine centre at Laikipia Air Base should be evaluated on national interest and tangible outcomes—such as health infrastructure, economic opportunities, and scientific research—rather than political personalities or partisan concerns.

    22 June 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 21 June

  1. Six coastal counties launch Sh156 billion blue economy plan

    Six coastal counties under Jumuiya ya Kaunti za Pwani have unveiled a $1.2 billion (Sh156 billion) blue economy multi-agency action plan for 2026 to 2030, focusing on sustainable investment in fisheries, ports, maritime transport, tourism and green energy. The plan was launched at the eleventh Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa and aims to drive sustainable economic growth and inclusive development across coastal counties.

    21 June 2026 · The Standard

Friday 19 June

  1. Moi University lecturers threaten strike over salary arrears

    The Universities Academic Staff Union has accused Moi University of failing to settle outstanding salary payments despite a Sh1.2 billion government allocation for arrears accrued between 2017 and 2022, and has threatened a strike if the dispute is not resolved before the September academic term.

    19 June 2026 · Capital News

Monday 25 May

  1. Five Kenyan universities launch academic corridor to EU degrees

    Five Kenyan universities are expected to sign agreements with Romanian institution Danubius International University to establish structured pathways to European Union-accredited degrees through joint degree programmes, Erasmus+ mobility frameworks, and collaborative research networks. The initiative, being facilitated by AspiraPath LLC, is described as East Africa's first fully managed Kenya–Romania academic corridor.

    25 May 2026 · The Standard

Monday 18 May

  1. TSC chief Mitei wins East Africa Superwoman Awards

    Teachers Service Commission acting Chief Executive Officer Eveleen Mitei has been recognised as one of East Africa's most influential public sector leaders, winning the Africa's Champions Award and Superwoman Award at the 7th Edition of the East Africa Superwoman Awards 2026. She was named Most Impactful Champion in Transformative Leadership in East Africa and Kenya's Public Servant of the Year for her work on institutional reforms and service delivery improvements within Kenya's education sector.

    18 May 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Government launches Sh1bn Kabarnet University project in Baringo

    The National government has begun construction of the first public university in Baringo at Kabarnet, with a Sh1 billion project to be undertaken by a Chinese company in collaboration with Kenya Defence Forces. The first phase of academic infrastructure is expected to be completed in one and half years, with phase two to follow in subsequent financial years.

    28 April 2026 · Capital News

  2. State allocates Sh1 billion for Kabarnet University College construction

    Defence Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya announced that Sh1 billion has been allocated to construct Kabarnet University College in Baringo County, a constituent of Moi University. The college admitted its first cohort of students in September at Moi Teacher College in Seretunin.

    28 April 2026 · The Standard

Monday 27 April

  1. Government announces Kabarnet University College construction in Baringo

    The government has announced construction of Kabarnet University College in Baringo County as a constituent college of Moi University, aimed at expanding access to higher education and easing pressure on existing facilities. The project will be carried out in phases, with the first phase including tuition blocks, library, auditorium, and administration block, projected for completion within 12 months.

    27 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Kenya mourns distinguished education scholar Prof. Raphael Munavu

    Kenya is mourning the death of Prof. Raphael Munavu, a prominent scholar whose influence shaped the country's education system and policy direction for decades. President William Ruto and other leaders paid tribute to his transformative contributions to education, including his role in advancing Competency-Based Education and his leadership across institutions including the University of Nairobi, Egerton University, Moi University, and the Kenya National Examinations Council.

    27 April 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 26 April

  1. Education reforms architect Prof. Raphael Munavu dies

    Prof. Raphael Munavu, a renowned academic and former Vice-Chancellor of Moi University, has died on Sunday, April 26, while undergoing treatment at a Nairobi hospital. He was widely respected for his contributions to science, university leadership, and education reforms, and had a career spanning more than four decades.

    26 April 2026 · The Standard

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