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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
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.

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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Tuesday, May 19, 2026 - 21:04

Translation:

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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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.

Youth conference " Can Ubuntu Be Incorporated into Higher Learning "

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.