Kirinyaga University

VC Prof. Mary Ndung'u makes her remarks as she officially opens the 9th KyU Annual International Conference held virtually on March 25-26., 2026

DVC_ARSA Prof. Charles Omwandho makes his remarks during the 9th KyU Annual International Conference

Dr. Jotham Wasike the Chairperson of the Conference Organizing Committee makes the welcoming remarks

Dr. Grace Kiiru, the Vice Chairperson of the Conference Organizing Committee gives vote of thanks after a successful completion of the Conference

The VC, DVC_ARSA, Conference Organizing Committee, Chair of Sessions and Rapporteurs take a group photo after a successful completion of the Conference

VC Prof. Mary Ndung'u, makes her remarks during the Students Governing Council Swearing In Ceremony held on March 25, 2026 at the Auditorium

DVC_ARSA Prof. Charles Omwandho, makes his remarks during the Students Governing Council Swearing In Ceremony held on March 25, 2026 at the Auditorium

University Legal Officer, Jane Ndegwa administers the Oath of Office to Elvis Johnstone, the Sports and Entertainment Secretary of the SGC, during the Swearing In Ceremony

The VC Prof. Mary Ndung'u & DVC_ARSA Prof. Charles Omwandho, Legal Officer Jane Ndegwa and Staff from the Dean of Students Office takes a group photo with the Newly Elected SGC Members after the Swearing in Ceremony

Dean of Students Rev. Allan Maina makes the opening Remarks during the Student Governing Council Elections held on March 24, 2026

Electoral College Delegates vote electronically for their preferred candidates during the SGC Elections

DVC_ARSA Prof. Charles Omwandho takes a group photo with the Returning Officers, Electoral College Delegates, Electoral Commissioners and Agents for the SGC Candidates after a successful SGC Election exercise held on March 24, 2026

DVC_ARSA, Prof. Charles Omwandho, makes the welcoming remarks during the 5th Science, Technology & Innovation Day held on March 18 &19, 2026

Dr. Kamau Gachigi, Executive Director Gearbox and Mechanical Engineering, gives the Keynote Address during STI Day at Kilele Tuition Block

Mr. John Matogo, Middle East & Africa Leader, IBM Corporate Social Responsibility gives the 2nd Keynote Address during STI Day

A student presents during one of the Parallel Sessions of STI Day

Lorna Juma, Oracle Academy Programme Manager for Africa, makes her remarks during Day 2 of STI Day

The DVC_ARSA & Lorna Juma from Oracle Academy awards the winners of the STI Day with certificates and presents

Mr. John Matogo presents a cheque to DVC_ARSA Prof. Charles Omwandho in honor of the Global Winners in the Call for Code Hackathon. The Winners were Hawona Rodgers from Kirinyaga University, Ridan Hawi & Robert Odhiambo from other universities in Kenya

Dr. James Mwikya, makes the closing remarks after a successful end of the STI Day

A group photo of DVC_ARSA, invited Guests, Organizing Committee, judges and students during the STI Day

VC, Prof. Mary Ndung'u, makes the opening remarks during the Somesha Comrade Run at Mt. Kenya Forest - Castle Station held on March 13, 2026

The VC Prof. Mary Ndung'u and DVC (ARSA) Prof. Charles Omwandho, flaggs off the the Somesha Comrade Run 2026 1st Edition

Participants take part in the run at the Mount Kenya Forest - Castle Station during the Somesha Comrade Run. They included Students, Staff, Sponsors and other well wishers.

VC, Prof. Mary Ndung'u awards a medal to the winner of Other Participants category of the Somesha Comrade Run

DVC (ARSA), Prof. Charles Omwandho, awards a medal and token to the student female winner of the Somesha Comrade Run

A group photo of the winners with the VC & DVC_ARSA

Welcome to Kirinyaga University

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Kirinyaga University (KyU) is located approximately 115 Km North East of Nairobi on Sagana - Embu - Highway..read more

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Mission statement

To train and develop human resources equipped with innovative skills..

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Vision statement

To be a leading University in quality training, strategic research,..

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Core Values

Professionalism
Integrity, transparency and accountability
Innovation and creativity

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News & Updates

KIRINYAGA UNIVERSITY HOLDS IT'S 5TH SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION DAY

Kirinyaga University successfully held it's 5th Science, Technology and Innovation Day at the Kilele Tuition Block on March 18-19, 2026 bringing...

KyU SUCCESSFULLY HOSTS SOMESHA COMRADE RUN PROMOTING FITNESS AND HELPING NEEDY STUDENTS SECURE THEIR ACADEMIC FUTURE

KIRINYAGA UNIVERSITY TO HOST GERMAN STUDENT FOR ACADEMIC AND CLINICAL EXCHANGE

KIRINYAGA UNIVERSITY SCRABBLE TEAM SHINES AT NATIONAL TOURNAMENT IN MURANG’A ON 7TH–8TH MARCH 2026 AT STANLEY HAVEN, MURANG’A

KyU SPORTS TEAMS SHOWCASE RESILIENCE AND EXCELLENCE AT KUSF LEAGUE HELD AT THE UNIVERSITY OF EMBU ON MARCH 14-15, 2026.

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Our Schools

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01.

School of Health Sciences

The School of Health Sciences endeavours to prepare its students for a rewarding career in clinical care, research or academia.

Student Population: 13000
Programmes: Bachelors, Masters, PhD & Short courses
Contact: Email: shs@kyu.ac.ke

02.

School of Business & Education

SBE boasts of having highly qualified faculty to support all the programs, and to offer career guidance and mentorship programs for our students.

Student Population: 13000
Programmes: Bachelors, Masters, PhD & Short courses
Contact: Email: sbe@kyu.ac.ke

03.

School of Pure & Applied Sciences

Science, Technology, and Mathematics being the driving force behind industrialization, the School offers a variety of postgraduate degree, degree, diploma and certificate programmes and short courses.

Student Population: 13000
Programmes: Bachelors, Masters, PhD & Short courses
Contact: Email: spas@kyu.ac.ke

04.

School of Engineering & Technology

We are distinguished for offering our programmes through practical-based teaching, where students undertake a practical unit every semester and three industrial attachments through the degree course.

Student Population: 13000
Programmes: Bachelors, Masters, PhD & Short courses
Contact: Email: set@kyu.ac.ke

Why Study at KyU?

Innovative Technology for a Dynamic World

Kirinyaga University set in a welcoming and accessible forested environment, 1hr 30 min drive from Nairobi, is far enough to offer serene studying environment but close enough for convenience.

We offer market sensitive Programmes tailored to careers in IT, Health Science, Engineering, Business, Pure and Applied Sciences, Hospitality, Architecture and the Built Environment.