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Brainstorming session , Further discussions , Benard Clouteau with staff from literature and Facility management
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 - 21:50

On Tuesday, 27 January 2026, the Department of Literature at the University of Nairobi hosted a delegation from the French Embassy in Kenya, led by

Dr Kimingichi, with Bob Nyaja and Simon Peter , Dr. Otieno with Bob Nyaja , Donation of new equipment to the Department of Literature , Mr Bob Nyaja signs the visitor's book
Monday, January 19, 2026 - 13:22

The Department of Literature is pleased to acknowledge the generous donation of film and theatre studies equipment by Mr. Bob Nyaja, an alumnus of the department.

Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 10:05

Our Literature students staged a series of vibrant theatrical performances this week, marking the close of the academic year. The productions brought together drama, poetry, music, and movement, offering the audience a rich celebration of literary study translated into live

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Monday, November 10, 2025 - 20:19

 

The Kenyan Resource Centre for French (CRKF) at the University of Nairobi today received a visit from two representatives of the French Embassy: Ms. El Abbouini Myriam and Ms. Anne Élisabeth.

 

This meeting provided an opportunity to discuss the current needs of the

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UON FRENCH STUDENTS CELEBRATE THE WORLD FRANCOPHONE DAY AT THE UN GIGIRI

Today, French students from the University of Nairobi joined other students from various institutions, teachers, and diplomats from the Francophone world at the UN office in Gigiri, Nairobi, to mark the International Day of the Francophonie. The theme of the event was "Je m'éduque donc j'agis" (I educate myself, therefore I act).

STUDENT CONFERENCE: THE ROLE OF YOUTH IN PROMOTING PEACE AND HUMANITY

On March 14, the Literature Department at the University of Nairobi hosted a student conference titled: The Role of Youth in Promoting Peace and Humanity. The event gathered students, scholars, and peace advocates to delve into the significance of community-driven values in fostering harmony. The keynote address was delivered by Dr. Sungano Chigogora, a Senior Teaching Fellow in Epidemiology at Imperial College London's School of Public Health. Dr. Chigogora's work emphasizes the interconnectedness of all individuals and encourages the recognition of our shared humanity.