GLOBAL RESEARCH NETWORK LAUNCH MARKS MMUST’S FRONTLINE POSITION IN ADDRESSING CHALLENGES OF DISPLACEMENT AND MIGRATION RESULTING FROM DISASTERS AND CLIMATE CHANGE

MMUST has taken the lead in the global quest to address the challenges of displacement and migration in the context of disasters and climate change. This was exhibited on 30^th November, 2021, when the University became the center of the official launching of the Climate Mobility Africa Research Network whose Chair is MMUST’s risk mitigation expert, Dr. Nicodemus Nyandiko.  The exciting international panel discussion was moderated by Dr. Tamara Wood of Kaldor Centre for International Refugee Law, UNSW Sydney.

MMUST RUGBY TEAM STUNS RECORD KENYA CUP HOLDERS NONDES IN A MATCH STAGED AT MMUST GROUNDS TO CLINCH ITS FIRST WIN IN THE 2021/2022 SEASON!

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology rugby team beat Nondescript RFC to claim the first win of the 2021/2022 Kenya Cup season in an entertaining match played at MMUST Grounds on Saturday 27^th November 2021.

MMUST IDENTIFIED BY THE STANDARD MEDIA GROUP TO HOST THE RADIO MAISHA ‘MAISHA CONCERT FRIDAY SHOW’

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, today 26^th November 2021, has had the privilege to host a Radio Maisha show dubbed ‘Maisha Concert Friday’. This is a Radio Maisha breakfast show program aired every Friday from 6am to 10am and is hosted by Emmanuel Mwashumbe and Ali Swaleh famously known as ‘Shugaboy’.

The event was organized by the Directorate of Corporate Communications and Marketing (DCCM) led by the Director, Dr. Lydia Anyonje and Marketing Officer, Mr. James Muriithi. This activity is part of DCCM’s strategic objective to enhance the University visibility and promote its corporate image. The show also presented an opportunity for MMUST students to interact with industry players and showcase their competencies in diverse fields.

KUSU-MMUST BRANCH PLEDGES TO SUPPORT THE UNIVERSITY MANAGEMENT

The Kenya Universities Staff Union (KUSU) MMUST Chapter on Thursday, 18^th November, 2021, held its 11^th & 12^th Branch Annual General Meeting (BAGeM) at Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology. The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Solomon Shibairo, was among the invited guests that graced the event, themed ‘After “MUOSHO MOJA” What Next?’

Prof. Shibairo expressed his willingness to set up a conducive working environment for all staff, clear of conflicts. He urged the KUSU members to embrace the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) which ensures a win-win for both parties.

MMUST AMONG PIONEER UNIVERSITIES TO TAKE UP THE KENYA GOVERNMENT’S INITIATIVE TO ERADICATE YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT BY LAUNCHING AJIRA DIGITAL CLUB

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology is among the pioneer Universities to take up the Kenya government’s initiative to address youth unemployment by launching Ajira Digital Club. MMUST launched the Ajira club on Friday, 19^th November, 2021 at the University Main Catering Unit (MCU 001). The launching ceremony was graced by the Principal Secretary, Ministry of ICT, Innovation and Youth Affairs, Mr. Jerome Ochieng.

Speaking during the ceremony, Mr. Ochieng congratulated the University Management for implementing the initiative to ensure self-employment of youths. “Ajira Digital initiative is among the government flagship programs to address unemployment among the youths. Online work is the way to go, let us take advantage of the available digital opportunities to empower students with the skills to enable them earn a living. Online writing works, online jobs pay,” stressed Mr. Ochieng.

A Team of Researchers From Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences (Buas) -Germany and Agrokenya Pay a Courtesy Call to MMUST’s VC Prof. Solomon Shibairo

A team of researchers from Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences (BUAS) -Germany led by Prof. Dr. Dietmar Wikarski, Ms. Martina Rief and the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) AgroKenya Mr. Suleiman Kweyu yesterday, November 16, 2021, paid a courtesy call to the MMUST Vice Chancellor Prof. Solomon Shibairo. The visit was aimed at discussing the past and future projects in the partnership.

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology has had a grand partnership with Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences (BUAS) and Agrokenya since 2017. The relationship has led to the success of many projects including staff exchange programs, where MMUST staff travel to Germany for workshops and community engagements. It also involves practice-oriented education in Western Region that was funded by DAAD.

MMUST’S PROFESSOR CLINCHES ‘DISTINGUISHED WOMAN IN ENGINEERING EDUCATION AWARD’ AT THE 28TH INSTITUTION OF ENGINEERS OF KENYA INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE

The Dean, School of Engineering and Built Environment (SEBE) at Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Prof. Eng. Bernadette W. Sabuni is the winner of the Distinguished Woman in Engineering Education Award. Prof. Sabuni received the prestigious award during the 28th edition of the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) International Conference which was held at Pride Inn Paradise Beach Resort and Spa in Mombasa from 8th to 12th November 2021.

MMUST TVET COMPLEX CONSTRUCTION OFFICIALLY COMMISSIONED THROUGH A COLORFUL GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology has set the standards for cutting edge training in Higher Education through the groundbreaking of the Technical, Vocational and Educational Training (TVET) Complex.

The official groundbreaking was commissioned by the University Chancellor Dr. Peter Wanyaga Muthoka who expressed confidence that with the completion of the state of art construction, MMUST would become a centre of excellence in Competency Based Education and Training (CBET) training. “The proposed TVET Complex will provide the foundation of a more practical, meaningful and hands-on approach to the provision of higher education,” he said.