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Representatives from French embassy & UoN in a meeting , Deliberations on areas of collaboration , Participants keenly listen , Benard Clouteau from the embassy in the discussion
French Embassy and AgroParisTech Partner with UoN to Modernize French Resource Center Through SHIFT-KF Support
Friday, June 12, 2026 - 16:37

On Friday, 12th June 2026, the Department of Literature hosted a courtesy visit from representatives of the French Embassy and AgroParisTech (France), including delegates from the School of Business and the Faculty of Agriculture. The visit followed a request for a

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Lunch meeting Literature , Staff serving lunch , Chair DoL cuts cake , Staff enjoying lunch
Departmental Lunch Brings Staff Together in a Moment of Camaraderie
Friday, June 12, 2026 - 16:26

On Thursday 11th June 2026, members of the Department of Literature came together for a warm and enjoyable lunch meeting aimed at strengthening team spirit and fostering collegiality.

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.

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BOOK LAUNCH (RIPPLES IN THE POOL)

By vincentnyatuka on Mon, 06/10/2024 - 21:47
🌟 Mark Your Calendars! 📅✨ Join us for a mesmerizing evening of literature and conversation at the launch of "Ripples in the Pool" by the esteemed Rebeka Njau. 🗓 Date: June 14, 2024 ⏰ Time: 6 PM - 8 PM EAT 📍 Location: Alliance Française, Utalii Lane, Nairobi 🤝 Co-sponsored by: University of Nairobi, Department of Literature and RMV-23 🔗 RSVP now to secure your spot: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/899220431517?aff=oddtdtcreator Spread the word and bring a friend! Let’s make this a night to remember! 📚🎉
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VISIT BY TABAN LO LIYONG

Taban Lo Liyong with Prof. Miriam Musonye

 Poet, academic and writer of fiction and literary criticism from South Sudan, Taban Lo Liyong, paid a courtesy call to the Department of Literature on Monday 9th February 2024.

Taban Lo Liyong has a long history of working at the University of Nairobi for several years, from 1968, first as a research fellow in the Institute of African Studies, then as a lecturer in the Department of Literature .

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