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Kirinyaga University on 18th November 2025 hosted a powerful and insightful forum in partnership with the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) and the Kenya Leadership Integrity Forum (KLIF) under the theme “Uniting the Youth against Corruption: Shaping tomorrow’s Integrity.”
The event brought together students, staff, and key stakeholders for a thought-provoking conversation on the role of young people in building an accountable, transparent, and ethical Kenya.

From the outset, the atmosphere was charged with curiosity and energy. Students came ready not just to listen, but to meaningfully engage. The forum opened the floor for candid conversations, allowing participants to raise the difficult questions often avoided in public discourse: Why does corruption persist? What role do young people play in challenging the status quo? How can institutions promote integrity at all levels?

Representatives from EACC and KLIF offered open, honest responses — addressing both structural challenges and personal responsibility. They shared practical insights on how youth can use their voices, platforms, and choices to push for change within their communities and future workplaces.
Speakers emphasized that integrity is not just a value but a daily practice, and that the youth, who make up the largest population demographic in Kenya, hold the greatest power to influence the country's future trajectory.

Students did not shy away from pressing issues. They raised concerns about corruption in public institutions, the role of leadership, gaps in governance, and the importance of whistleblowing and ethical decision-making. These tough questions created a constructive dialogue that moved beyond theory into real-world implications.

The forum was graced by distinguished guests, including Dr. Monica Muiru, the Vice Chairperson of the EACC, who served as the Chief Guest. In her address, she underscored the critical role of youth in dismantling entrenched systems of corruption and encouraged students to be bold, principled, and unwavering in their pursuit of integrity.

The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Mary Ndung’u, delivered the keynote address, reaffirming the University’s commitment to nurturing ethical leaders capable of driving national transformation. She emphasized the importance of education not only as a pathway to knowledge, but as a foundation for integrity, responsibility, and civic duty.

As Kirinyaga University continues to shape the next generation of leaders, forums like this underscore the institution’s commitment to nurturing responsible, ethical citizens who will advance positive change.

By uniting voices, asking bold questions, and embracing integrity, our students are helping shape the Kenya of tomorrow, one honest conversation at a time.

KIRINYAGA UNIVERSITY FACULTY DR. DICKSON MWENDA KINYUA AWARDED ERASMUS+ KA171 RESEARCH GRANT

Dr. Dickson Mwenda Kinyua a faculty at the department of Pure and Applied Sciences has been awarded Erasmus+ KA171 (Call 2025) research grant.  The grant will facilitate academic exchange that will involve two (2) Kirinyaga University faculty to undertake a one-week academic engagement at the University of Naples Federico II and one-week visit to Kirinyaga University by Prof. Raffaele Velotta, Head of the Biosensor Group at the Department of Physics at the University of Naples, Italy. During his stay, he will conduct a series of interactive seminars and training sessions for our faculty and postgraduate students.

On behalf of the entire KyU fraternity, the Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor, ARSA and that of Vice Chancellor commend Dr. Kinyua’s achievement and congratulate him for his excellent work in research.  Well done Dr. Kinyua and may you work even harder to achieve higher research outcomes.

SINGAPORE FINTECH FESTIVAL 2025

Dr. David Kabata, a faculty at the School of Business and Education has been invited to attend Singapore Fintech Festival 2025 scheduled for November 3 -14, 2025 in Singapore.  Dr. Kabata is a co-founder of a financial innovation named Opesha that has been selected to represent Kenya and Africa at the Singapore Fintech Festival 2025.  Dr. Kabata and his team are scheduled to take part in the one-week global Fintech hackathon and subsequently participate in the grand pitching competition of investors scheduled for November 12-14, 2025 in Singapore.

On behalf of the entire KyU fraternity, the Office of the Vice Chancellor and that of Deputy Vice Chancellor ARSA commend Dr. Kabata and congratulate him for representing Kirinyaga University and the Republic of Kenya at the prestigious Singapore Fintech Festival 2025.

KyU Sports teams show impressive performance during KUSF Central League 1C at Dedan Kimathi University of Technology on October 11-12, 2025.

KUSF League 1C our teams participated and displayed exemplary performance; Roll ball men (position 3 of 7), Badminton Men (position 5 of 10), Rugby 7s Men (position 10 of 11), Handball women (position 6 of 10).

On behalf of the entire KyU fraternity, the office of Deputy Vice Chancellor, ARSA and that of the Vice Chancellor congratulate all teams for this commendable performance.

KyU Sports teams show impressive performance during KUSF Central League 1A games at Meru University of Science and Technology on September 27, 2025, and

During KUSF League 1A our teams participated in swimming and athletics and displayed exemplary performance; 100m Breaststroke, 25m Breaststroke, 25m Freestyle (position 1),25m backstroke (position 2), 50m backstroke (position 3), 400m Freestyle (position 4), 100m backstroke (position 4), Men relay (position 3), Shot put men (Position 1), Women High Jump (position 1), Triple Jump (position 2), Long Jump (position 3), 1500m Men (position 2), 800m Men (position 2), 5000m Men (position 3, 4 and 5) and 1500m women (position 6).

On behalf of the entire KyU fraternity, the office of Deputy Vice Chancellor, ARSA and that of the Vice Chancellor congratulate all teams for this commendable performance.

KyU Sports teams show impressive performance during KUSF Central Women Championship games at South Eastern Kenya University (SEKU) on September 20-21, 2025,

KyU teams participated in KUSF Women Championship and displayed exemplary performance; Volleyball women (position 2 of 11), Darts women (position 4 of 8), Tennis women (position 4 of 7), Handball women (position 4 of 6).

On behalf of the entire KyU fraternity, the office of Deputy Vice Chancellor, ARSA and that of the Vice Chancellor congratulate all teams for this commendable performance.

KyU Sports teams show impressive performance during KUSF Central League 1B at the University of Embu on October 4-5, 2025

KUSF League 1B our teams participated and displayed exemplary performance; Volleyball women (position 1 of 11), Badminton Women (position 8 of 10), Netball women (position 5 of 10), Tennis women (position 5 of 11) and Handball men (position 9 of 11).

On behalf of the entire KyU fraternity, the office of Deputy Vice Chancellor, ARSA and that of the Vice Chancellor congratulate all teams for this commendable performance.

Kirinyaga University wishes to inform all Graduates that the schedule for certificate collection has been released. Graduates are advised to carefully review the schedule to know their respective collection dates.

Click the link below to download the Certificate Collection Schedule:

Certificates Collection Schedule - 2025