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Sharon Anyango with Humbolt University Students
Bridging Cultures and Scholarship: The 2025/2026 University of Nairobi–Humboldt University Student Exchange Program
Friday, June 5, 2026 - 18:25

Sharon Anyango Ochola participated in the Student Exchange Program 2025/2026 between the University of Nairobi and Humboldt University at the Institute of Asian and African Studies in Berlin.

Antony Wesonga signing the visitors book , Ag. Chair Dr. Caroline Oyugi poses for a photo with students , Book donation
Supporting Literary Scholarship: Book Donation by Antony Wesonga
Friday, June 5, 2026 - 17:03

On 4 June 2026 the Department of Literature received generous donation of books from Antony Wesonga. This valuable contribution will enrich the department’s library resources, support academic research, and inspire students in their literary studies.

Dr Kawive presenting , Participants follow the presentations
The department of Literature Hosts Delegation from the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Thursday, May 28, 2026 - 07:25

On Monday May 25 2026, the Department of Literature was honoured to host a delegation from the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill’s (UNC) African Studies Center (ASC), alongside teachers from North Carolina schools, during their learning visit to Kenya held from 24th to 29th May 2026.

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Article on the Embassy of France in Kenya
French Embassy Features University of Mayotte Masterclass Conducted at the University of Nairobi
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 - 21:04

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Ministry of Overseas Territories

The University of Mayotte is making significant progress in its international outreach with the University of Kenya.

On the sidelines of the “@Africa Forward Summit,” the University of Mayotte and the University of Nairobi

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Masterclass in Documentary Production Hosted by the Department of Literature in Collaboration with University of Mayotte

UoN french club leader Newton with his counterpart from University of Mayotte

On Friday 8th May 2026, the Department of Literature welcomed a distinguished team from Mayotte University for an intensive Masterclass in Documentary Production. This collaborative initiative brought together students, and aspiring filmmakers to explore the art and craft of documentary storytelling. A special highlight of the masterclass was the engagement with the University of Nairobi’s French students, creating a unique cross-cultural exchange. Participants collaborated closely with the Mayotte team, gaining firsthand experience in international perspectives on documentary filmmaking.

Department to Hold Conference on 1960s - 1970s Eastern African Literary and Publishing Networks

By vincentnyatuka on Wed, 02/25/2026 - 14:57

The Department of Literature, University of Nairobi, in collaboration with the Department of English and Creative Writing, Exeter University, will host a conference on the role of publishing networks in Eastern Africa played in shaping the region's literary terrain in the vibrant decades of 1960s and 1970s. 

 

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