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Strathmore University

Also known as: Strathmore University Leos RFC · iBizAfrica-Strathmore University · @iBizAfrica-Strathmore University

Kenyan university hosting basketball (Swords) and rugby teams, partnering with World Bank on development collaboration and supporting government Hustler Fund borrower training programme.

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  1. May 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Strathmore regains mojo with victory over Kenyatta Univeristy in handball league By Magdaline Thuku May 17, 2026 04:06 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Strathmore University today defeated …

    Strathmore regains mojo with victory over Kenyatta Univeristy in handball league
  3. The Standard

    Young sustainability innovators have secured institutional backing from Strathmore University and Absa Kenya Foundation to scale their innovations beyond creations at the Grand Finale of the 2025-2026 #MyLittleBigThing Sustainability Innovation Challenge. …

    Young innovators secure backing to scale, attract investors
  4. Capital News

    … Speaking at the Strathmore University during a forum organized by the Media Council of Kenya (MCK) to mark the World Press Freedom Day 2026 celebrations themed: ‘Shaping a Future of Peace,’ Justice Lenaola explained that closer engagement between the Judiciary and the media can h …

    Justice Lenaola urges stronger Judiciary–Media collaboration
  5. Citizen Digital

    … Findings from the 2025 State of the Media Report Survey, released during the World Press Freedom Day 2026 celebrations at Strathmore University, indicate that while television remains highly influential, more Kenyans are increasingly turning to digital platforms for news. …

    Citizen TV maintains dominance as Kenya’s most-watched station - MCK report
  6. The Standard

    … Over 90 per cent of the waste is handled informally, Germany's Deputy Head of Mission to Kenya, Alexander Fierley, told the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Innovation Summit at Strathmore University in Nairobi in September 2025. …

    Kenya's e-waste hits record high as recycling laws stall
Opinion

Research from Kenya universities needs wider public and policy reach

The News

An opinion piece argues that valuable research generated in Kenya's universities and research institutions often remains confined to academic circles through journal publication and conferences, rather than reaching policymakers, media, and the public who could benefit from its findings on agriculture, healthcare, economics, and other key areas.

19 October 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 19 October

  1. Research from Kenya universities needs wider public and policy reach

    An opinion piece argues that valuable research generated in Kenya's universities and research institutions often remains confined to academic circles through journal publication and conferences, rather than reaching policymakers, media, and the public who could benefit from its findings on agriculture, healthcare, economics, and other key areas.

    19 October 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 18 October

  1. Academia faces global trust crisis, must rebuild credibility

    In an opinion piece, Dr Vincent Ogutu, Vice Chancellor of Strathmore University, argues that academia, like governments and other institutions worldwide, faces a trust deficit and must work to restore public confidence in the integrity of academic credentials and learning.

    18 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 16 October

  1. Dragon fruit cultivation scaling up in Kenya's arid regions

    Dragon fruit, introduced to Kenya in 2015, has begun commercial cultivation since around 2019 and is being promoted as a high-return crop for semi-arid areas, with local farmers like Anthony Mugambi adopting the crop.

    16 October 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 1 October

  1. Standard Chartered awards Ksh.9M to seven women-led startups

    Standard Chartered Foundation has awarded Ksh.9 million to seven women-led startups under the ninth cohort of the Women in Tech Kenya Accelerator programme, with each startup receiving Ksh.1.29 million to support product development and business growth. The funding was announced during a Nairobi ceremony that also marked the graduation of 15 women founders who completed a 12-week accelerator programme.

    1 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 28 September

  1. JKUAT Wildcats secure first win of 2026 hockey season

    JKUAT Wildcats defeated Sliders 2-1 to register their first win of the 2026 Kenya Hockey Union Women's Premier League, reviving their hopes of surviving relegation despite remaining at the bottom of the table with seven matches played of 18.

    28 September 2026 · The Standard →

  2. Th3 Swish defeats Strathmore Swords, advances to semi-finals

    Th3 Swish booked their place in the semi-finals of the 2026 Kenya Basketball Federation Women's Premier League after defeating Strathmore University's Swords 2-1 in the quarters. Swords forfeited Game Two after refusing to play due to power outages while trailing 49-27, and lost Game Three by a single point.

    28 September 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 23 September

  1. More traffic officers to deploy on Nairobi roads during El-Niño rains

    Nairobi Regional Police Commander Issa Mohamud announced that more traffic officers will be deployed on city roads to manage traffic during El-Niño rains and reduce gridlock. The police are part of a governor-chaired committee preparing for the predicted rains.

    23 September 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 16 September

  1. Youth urged to engage meaningfully in Kenya's governance decisions

    At a Pre-Summit Roundtable on Governance and Public Institutions in Nairobi, stakeholders including state executives, civil society and youth representatives called for youth to move beyond protesting and claim meaningful participation in decision-making, arguing that restoring public confidence requires meaningful inclusion of women, youth and persons with disabilities alongside stronger constitutional oversight.

    16 September 2026 · The Standard →

  2. Mudavadi urges Kenyans to verify overseas job offers

    Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has urged Kenyans seeking employment abroad to verify every job offer through official government channels, warning that unverified offers can expose jobseekers to trafficking, exploitation and armed conflicts. Kenya has entered labour arrangements with the UK, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Germany, Austria and Italy.

    16 September 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 13 September

  1. Over 250 players enter third FMA Charity Golf Tournament

    The Fund Manager's Association is holding its third Charity Golf Tournament at Karen Country Club on October 9, with over 250 players expected to compete. The event aims to raise funds for education, professionalism, mentorship and career development for disadvantaged students pursuing finance and investment careers, particularly women.

    13 September 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Strathmore University partners with World Bank on development collaboration

    Strathmore University and the World Bank Group signed a Memorandum of Cooperation on September 1, 2026, establishing a framework for collaboration in human capital development, student mobility, research, digital transformation, innovation, and knowledge exchange. Students will engage with World Bank experts through guest lectures, research discussions, mentorship, and exposure to development projects.

    2 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 28 August

  1. Leaders call for stronger institutions to rebuild public trust

    Governance, public sector and civil society leaders meeting in Nairobi have called for stronger, accountable and citizen-responsive institutions to rebuild public trust and renew the social contract between governments and citizens, ahead of the inaugural Trust Summit scheduled for October.

    28 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 18 August

  1. Kenya's private sector warns trust deficit raises business costs

    Kenya's private sector has warned that weak trust in institutions increases the cost of doing business, discourages investment, and undermines competitiveness, with tangible financial consequences including higher borrowing costs, increased compliance expenses, and slower investment flows. Business leaders meeting ahead of the inaugural Trust Summit said that in low-trust environments, businesses incur additional costs to manage uncertainty, with costs rippling through the economy via higher interest rates, increased bureaucracy, and slower growth.

    18 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 17 August

  1. Kenya's clean energy success faces carbon-free economy challenge

    Kenya generates more than 90 per cent of its electricity from renewable sources and is Africa's leading geothermal producer, but researchers at Strathmore University argue that extending this success across the broader economy to achieve net-zero emissions will require stronger policies, greater investment, and technological innovation.

    17 August 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 1 August

  1. Government launches Tukuze Hub to support responsible Hustler Fund borrowers

    The government has launched Tukuze Hub, a business support programme partnering with Strathmore University and African Management Institute to provide training, financial literacy and business development to selected Hustler Fund borrowers with good repayment records. The initiative aims to improve loan repayment and strengthen micro-enterprises amid an estimated Sh12.5 billion in defaulted loans, representing a default rate of about 15 to 20 percent of the Sh90 billion distributed to 28 million borrowers.

    1 August 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 30 July

  1. Kenya needs stable, predictable tax regime for investment

    Industry experts say Kenya must maintain a clear and consistent tax framework to attract domestic and foreign investment, arguing that policy certainty matters more than tax incentives and that frequent changes undermine business confidence.

    30 July 2026 · Capital News →

  2. Policy certainty crucial for Kenya's SEZ success, says Capital FM MD

    Capital FM Managing Director Symon Bargurei told a Strathmore University townhall that stable government policies, sustained infrastructure investment, and policy certainty will determine whether Kenya's Special Economic Zones become engines of industrialisation and export-led growth. He cited Dongo Kundu SEZ and Konza Technopolis as strategic platforms requiring consistent policies, quality infrastructure, skills development and technology rather than incentives alone.

    30 July 2026 · Capital News →

Saturday 11 July

  1. Strathmore rugby captain eyes 2026 National 7s Circuit title

    Strathmore University Leos RFC captain Gabriel Ayimba says the team's victory in the Ruff N Tuff Rugby 7s tournament at Ngong Race Course has motivated them to pursue the forthcoming 2026 National 7s Circuit title, after finishing second overall last year.

    11 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 →

Thursday 2 July

  1. Ex-MP Kemosi claims Ruto broke promise of Cabinet role

    Former Mugirango West MP Vincent Kemosi accused President William Ruto of short-changing him, saying he was promised a Cabinet Secretary or Principal Secretary position but was appointed Kenya's ambassador to Ghana instead, which he called an insult.

    2 July 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 30 June

  1. Government calls on regulators to rebuild public trust before summit

    Prime Cabinet Secretary Mudavadi has urged Kenya's regulatory agencies to spearhead efforts to rebuild public confidence in governance ahead of the inaugural Global Trust Summit scheduled for October. Mudavadi said strong, credible institutions are the foundation of public trust and national development, and urged regulators to identify measurable reforms that will improve service delivery and strengthen public confidence.

    30 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 19 June

  1. University of Nairobi leads 2026 Kenyan university rankings

    According to uniRank's 2026 Kenyan University Rankings, the University of Nairobi has secured the top spot, followed by Strathmore University, the leading private institution. The rankings evaluated 69 chartered and accredited higher-education institutions using web intelligence metrics measuring independent web presence and popularity.

    19 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Kenya's universities show stronger online presence in 2026 rankings

    The 2026 Kenyan University Rankings assessed 69 chartered and accredited universities on digital visibility and online influence rather than academic performance, with University of Nairobi retaining the top position and Strathmore University leading private institutions in second place overall.

    19 June 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 14 June

  1. Makueni County to ban biomass energy in public buildings

    Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. announced that Makueni County will prohibit firewood and charcoal use in new and renovated public institutions, mandating clean energy instead. The policy targets schools, health facilities and training institutions, which the governor said are among the county's largest biomass consumers and sources of deforestation and health risks.

    14 June 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 12 June

  1. Stakeholders emphasize people-centered approach in sustainability efforts

    At a Capital FM Sustainability Town Hall, corporate and civil society leaders argued that meaningful development requires placing communities at the centre of economic growth and decision-making. The discussion examined the social pillar of ESG frameworks, with speakers emphasizing that businesses must address societal needs while ensuring people are protected, empowered and included in the development process.

    12 June 2026 · Capital News →

  2. KPC executive urges people-centred approach to sustainable development

    Kenya Pipeline Company's General Manager for Strategy and Commercial Services told Capital FM's Sustainability Town Hall that sustainable growth requires placing communities and workers at the centre of economic progress, emphasising the importance of the social pillar of ESG frameworks, employee wellbeing, and organisations' accountability to employees, customers and communities.

    12 June 2026 · Capital News →

Thursday 11 June

  1. Capital Group urges businesses beyond traditional CSR toward measurable impact

    Capital Group Limited has announced a strategic shift from traditional CSR initiatives toward a model focused on long-term and measurable social impact. Speaking at Strathmore University, Managing Director Simon Bargurei urged organisations to move beyond charitable activities and short-term campaigns to deliver sustainable change with transparency and accountability.

    11 June 2026 · Capital News →

  2. Youth inclusion and skills development essential for sustainability

    At a sustainability townhall in Nairobi, industry experts said businesses must prioritise youth inclusion and skills development within their ESG frameworks to build resilient workforces and drive inclusive economic growth. Speakers from manufacturing, technology and financial services noted that strategic partnerships between industry and learning institutions are key to bridging the gap between academic training and market requirements.

    11 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 →

Saturday 23 May

  1. Hawks seek wins to return to top three; Dynamites fight relegation

    Equity Bank Hawks, former Women's Premier League champions, aim for victories this weekend to reclaim the title and secure a top-three finish. The University of Nairobi Dynamites, currently 10th with 10 points, battle to save their season against relegation.

    23 May 2026 · The Standard →

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