MMUST Holds Big Debate for Deanship Candidates Ahead of the Deans Election
Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) on 23rd October 2026, held a spiritedebate for candidates seeking election to the positions of School Deans, providing a platform for aspirants to present their manifestos and outline their leadership priorities ahead of the elections scheduled for October 27, 2026. The Big Debate was chaired by the Registrar Academic Affairs, Prof. Judah Ndiku, and brought together candidates from four Schools to articulate their visions for strengthening academic excellence, research, innovation and institutional development. The candidates from SONAS. The debate began with presentations by candidates from the School of Natural Sciences (SONAS), Dr. Philip Ogutu, Prof. Elizabeth Omukunda and Prof. Achilles Simiyu, who outlined their respective leadership prioritiefor advancing the School’s academic and research agenda. SEDU candidates at the event The School of Education (SEDU), the largest School at MMUST in terms of student population, took centre stage as Prof. Catherine Aurah, Dr. Paul Ogenga and Dr. Philip Mukonyi presented their manifestos. Given the School’s significant student population and central role in the University’s academic programmes, the candidates outlined their visions for strengthening academic leadership, enhancing the quality of teaching and learning, prioritizing staff and students welfare, and advancing research and innovation to meet the needs of its diverse student community. Additionally, candidates from the School of Engineering and Built Environment (SEBE), Dr. Peter Cherop and Dr. Peter Mukolwe, also presented their manifestos, outlining their priorities for strengthening the School’s academic programmes and advancing innovation and professional training. The Big Debate in session. The debate also featured aspirants for the School of Public Health, Biomedical Sciences and Technology(SPHB&T), Dr. Evans Raballah and Dr. Maximillah Wanzala, who shared their leadership visions for the School and highlighted their commitment to advancing academic excellence and institutional growth. The forum provided members of the University community with an opportunity to assess the candidatesleadership capabilities and preparedness to lead their respective Schools. It also enabled the aspirants tocommunicate their priorities and demonstrate their understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing their faculties. Dr. Maximillah Wanzala together with other members of staff during the big debate. The Big Debate forms part of MMUST’s efforts to participatory leadership, accountability and democratic governance in the management of its academic affairs. By providing a common platform for candidates to present their visions, the University continues to promote informed decision-making and transparency in the election of academic leaders. A section of the participants. All the best to all the candidates as they prepare for the elections!!!…
MMUST TVET College Principal Prof. Stephen Odebero Set to Participate as a Panelist at 2026 WFCP World Congress
Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) TVET College Principal, Prof. Stephen Odebero, has been invited to participate as a panelist at the 2026 World Federation of Colleges and Polytechnics (WFCP) World Congress, scheduled for 23rd to 27th November…
MMUST Researcher Dr. Nicodemus Nyandiko Leads Development of African Union Strategy on Climate Change and Human Mobility
Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) researcher, Dr. Nicodemus Nyandiko, has led the development of the African Union Strategy on Climate Change and Human Mobility. This is a continental framework aimed at addressing the growing intersection between climate…
MMUST Researcher Prof. Maurice Vincent Omolo Showcases Innovative Jigger Treatment Gel at 2026 Mashujaa Day Thematic Week
Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) researcher, Prof. Maurice Vincent Omolo, was among the researchers who exhibited their innovations at the 2026 Mashujaa Day Thematic Week at The Eldoret National Polytechnic (TENP). Themed ‘Security, Sports and the Economy,’…
MMUST Marks 2026 Customer Service Week, Championing the Extra Mile in Service Excellence!
Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) on 9th October, 2026, joined the world in marking Customer Service Week 2026, championing the commitment to going the extra mile in service excellence. Spearheaded by the Directorate of Corporate Communications and…
MMUST Steps Up efforts to Address Students’ Mental Health Challenges Through Research
Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) is stepping up efforts to address its students’ mental health challenges through a research initiative that seeks to develop an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered digital therapy Application. The IRF-funded Project titled, ‘Design, Implementation…
MMUST And Partners Review Progress Of Newborn Sickle Cell Screening Project In Kakamega County
Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST), in collaboration with the Kakamega County Department of Health, SolidarMed and DAMKA, on 9th October, 2026, held a meeting to review progress of the project, ‘Saving Newborn Lives Through Point-of-Care Early Diagnosis…
MMUST Joins National Tree-Growing Exercise to Mark Mazingira Day
Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) on Saturday, 10th October 2026, joined the national tree-growing exercise to mark Mazingira Day. The exercise, held at Senyende Forest within the Kakamega Forest in Kakamega County, brought together national and county…
Vice Chancellor, Prof. Solomon Shibairo Challenges Managers To Move MMUST From ‘Risk-Aware’ To ‘Risk-Enabled’ As The Audit And Enterprise Risk Management Training Concludes
The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Solomon Shibairo has challenged Heads of Cost Centres to take ownership of risk management within their respective areas, and ensure that risk considerations are integrated into their day-to-day operations so as to move MMUST from a…