Also known as: UOE
Public university in Eldoret that hosted 2026 UN Tourism Week and upgraded Tambach teachers college to constituent university college status.
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The Standard
… I once encountered this same village mystery at the University of Eldoret with Prof James Ole Kiyapi.One day, I noticed that some of my students had mysteriously disappeared from my classes. …
When professors return to class, who is really confused?The Standard
Audio By Vocalize A row has erupted over rent hikes around the University of Eldoret, with students questioning the move arguing that they pay more for houses that remain poorly maintained. …
Students' outcry over rent increaseCitizen Digital
… Several fixtures involving University of Eldoret's Pippers and KU were awarded as walkovers. …
NCPB, Equity set for final day Men's Handball League deciderCapital News
… She also directed Kisumu National Polytechnic to establish an implementation register to track innovations presented during the conference and announced a partnership with the University of Eldoret to scale up robotics innovations emerging from TVET institutions. …
Kenya’s skills revolution: Why TVET is winning the jobs raceThe Standard
… The team was tasked with drawing a roadmap for the upgrading of the iconic TTC, into a new Kerio Valley University, which is a constituent college of University of Eldoret.However, opinion is divided between locals and leaders supporting the proposal to establish the University a …
Tambach teachers college upgraded to UniversityCitizen Digital
… The Scorpions stung University of Eldoret (UOE) Pipers 41-23 before edging Kenyatta University 27-26 at Nyayo National Stadium. …
Desert Scorpions unleash the sting to bolster survival chancesCitizen Digital
… Other results of the day at the same venue, Desert Scorpions ladies edged out JKUAT 23-19 earlier in the morning and later Kenyatta university (KU) thrashed University of Eldoret (UOE) Pipers 23-13.
NCPB edge GSU to stretch streakThousands of students at public universities resume classes on Monday, November 2, 2026, after a four-week lecturers' strike ended October 30, but face compressed semesters, heavier workloads, and possible examination schedule changes as institutions work to recover lost teaching time.
2 November 2026 · The Standard →
Thousands of students at public universities resume classes on Monday, November 2, 2026, after a four-week lecturers' strike ended October 30, but face compressed semesters, heavier workloads, and possible examination schedule changes as institutions work to recover lost teaching time.
2 November 2026 · The Standard →
Eight Kenyan universities participated in a Call of Duty: Mobile tournament organized by gaming company Carry1st, offering Sh300,000 in prize money. The competition, part of the company's Siku Zombo campaign, culminated in Grand Finals at CUEA on October 29 following online qualifiers earlier in the month.
30 October 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Kenyan university lecturers require professional training in teaching practice and ethics beyond academic credentials, including classroom management, facilitation, and boundary-setting—skills not automatically gained from subject-matter expertise.
30 September 2026 · The Standard →
The University of Eldoret has condemned remarks made by a part-time lecturer during a class session on September 24 about President William Ruto's 2027 re-election bid, describing them as "unfortunate and unacceptable" and stating they do not represent the university's position. The university has initiated disciplinary action following a viral video in which the lecturer made political statements to students.
29 September 2026 · Capital News →
More than 30 athletics legends, led by Kipchoge Keino, participated in a symbolic run in Eldoret during Kenya Tourism Week to promote Kenya as a sports tourism destination. The event, jointly organized by the Ministry of Tourism, Uasin Gishu County Government, and University of Eldoret, also celebrated UN Tourism Day and aimed to connect the region's sporting identity with tourism and visitor experiences.
27 September 2026 · Capital News →
A part-time lecturer at the University of Eldoret is under investigation by the university administration after being recorded campaigning for President William Ruto's re-election during a class and making threats to students tied to the outcome of the election. The incident has prompted online calls for disciplinary action against the lecturer.
26 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Legendary Kenyan athletes including Kipchoge Keino and Ezekiel Kemboi participated in a commemorative fun race and walk in Eldoret, flagged off by the Principal Secretary for Tourism to promote Kenya as a sports tourism destination ahead of World Tourism Day celebrations.
26 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Eldoret will host Kenya's 2026 UN Tourism Week from September 21 to 27, bringing together government officials, investors, technology companies and others to explore the use of artificial intelligence and digital technology to diversify tourism beyond traditional coastal and wildlife destinations.
21 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Eldoret will host the 2026 UN Tourism Week from September 21–27 at the University of Eldoret, themed on digital agenda and artificial intelligence to redesign tourism. The week-long event will showcase digital technologies and AI solutions aimed at enhancing Kenya's tourism sector and diversifying destinations beyond coastal and wildlife circuits.
21 September 2026 · Capital News →
Eldoret will host the UN Tourism Week from September 21 to 27 at the University of Eldoret, with artificial intelligence and digital technology as the centrepiece. The event aims to showcase digital solutions and technologies to help destinations and tourism businesses reach new markets, and will provide training to MSMEs, tour operators, hoteliers, and tourism enterprises on using AI and digital tools for destination marketing and business development.
21 September 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece reflects on the Kenyan public's confusion when academics like Prof Stephen Kiama return to university teaching after holding senior administrative posts, arguing that professors view the classroom as their core identity rather than a demotion.
14 September 2026 · The Standard →
Students at the University of Eldoret are protesting rent increases — single rooms rising from Sh3,000 to Sh4,000 and bedsitters from Sh4,000 to Sh5,000 — arguing that accommodation remains poorly maintained with leaking roofs, broken doors, and insecurity issues. Students say the additional costs strain their already tight budgets without corresponding improvements to housing conditions.
5 August 2026 · The Standard →
The 2026 Kenya Handball Federation Men's Premier League title will be decided on the final day this Sunday, with NCPB trailing leaders Equity Bank by one point after 22 rounds. NCPB must defeat Daystar University to clinch the championship; a draw or loss gives Equity their maiden title despite their superior goal difference.
3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector is emerging as a major route to jobs and entrepreneurship as employers increasingly prioritise practical skills over academic credentials. The country had 3,126 TVET institutions in 2025 with enrolment reaching 825,484 learners, reflecting growing demand across construction, manufacturing, renewable energy, transport and the digital economy.
2 July 2026 · Capital News →
Tambach teachers training college, operational since 1991, is being upgraded to Kerio Valley University College, a constituent college of the University of Eldoret, and is expected to admit students from September following gazettement of the establishment notice.
20 June 2026 · The Standard →
Desert Scorpions defeated University of Eldoret Pipers 41-23 and Kenyatta University 27-26 over the weekend, moving to eight points and level with 10th place with three matches remaining in the Kenya Handball Federation Men's Premier League.
8 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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 →