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Celebrating Eastern Africa's Literary Heritage: Conference and Book Launch
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 - 16:00

The Department of Literature, University of Nairobi, in collaboration with the University of Exeter will host the “Eastern African Literary and Publishing Networks Conference” from Monday 10th to Tuesday 11th August, 2026.

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Dr. Caroline & Vincent , Vincent
Innovation Week Begins on French National Day ( Bastille Day)
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 - 11:47

The University of Nairobi's Innovation Week officially commenced today, coinciding with France's National Day, La Fête Nationale (Bastille Day). Vincent and Caroline attended the opening event, which showcased a wide range of innovative ideas and technologies from various University of Nairobi

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Meghan signs visitor's book , Students listening to the presentation , Staff and students engage in discussions , Group photo
Professor Meghan Ference Leads Workshop on Ethnography, Language, and Nairobi's Matatu Culture
Thursday, July 2, 2026 - 22:10

On July 2, 2026 the Department of Literature hosted Professor Meghan Ference, Assistant Professor at Brooklyn College (CUNY), for a one-day workshop with postgraduate students on her ethnographic study of Nairobi's matatu sector.

Chair Lit with Ron Mulvihill
Veteran Filmmaker, Ron Mulvihill, Visits the Department of Literature, Reflecting on a Transformative Journey
Thursday, July 2, 2026 - 21:12

On Tuesday 30th June 2026, The Department of Literature was delighted to welcome back veteran filmmaker, educator, and social justice activist Ron Mulvihill, who paid a courtesy visit to the department and met with the Chairperson, Professor Miriam Musonye.

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Youth conference " Can Ubuntu Be Incorporated into Higher Learning "

Dr Chigogora presenting
Today 12 March 2025, the Department of Literature,University of Nairobi hosted a thought-provoking conference at Chiromo Campus under the theme "Can Ubuntu Be Incorporated in Higher Learning." The conference brought together students from various facilities. The event featured Dr. Sungano Chigogora, a Principal Teaching Fellow in Epidemiology at Imperial College London. Dr. Chigogora is responsible for admissions and curriculum development for the MSc Epidemiology program at the School of Public Health. During her presentation, Dr.
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Exciting Achievement: Elssie Mumbi Shines in Concours d'Éloquence!

Elssie Mumbi at the Alliance Francaise's Auditorium

We are thrilled to announce that Elssie Mumbi Mwangi, one of our talented UoN French CluB (CEFRUNA) students, has secured 3rd place in the prestigious Concours d'Éloquence (French Proficiency Test), held on March 7th, 2025, at Alliance Française Nairobi.

The Concours d'Éloquence is a renowned competition that celebrates linguistic skills, eloquence, and mastery of the French language. Elssie’s outstanding performance is a testament to her dedication, hard work, and passion for the French language.

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UoN -Stellenbosh joint PhD

Beatrice center with prof Masumi left and Prof Musonye

 

We are excited to announce our ongoing partnership with Stellenbosch University through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which aims to foster academic collaboration and research opportunities. Recently, Beatrice Munala visited our department to say farewell before embarking on an exciting new chapter. She will be joining Stellenbosch University for a joint PhD program in collaboration with the University of Nairobi (UoN). We wish Beatrice all the best in this incredible opportunity and look forward to the future possibilities this collaboration will bring.

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