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ONLINE TRAININGS OF ICT SERVICES FOR 1ST YEAR STUDENTS 2023/2024 ACADEMIC YEAR

The University of Nairobi's ICT center has lined up a one week online training for first year students. The training which will start on 2nd October 2023 to 6th October 2023 and is aimed at equipping students with skills on various online learning tools and other ICT services which are offered in the University of Nairobi. 

Click here to access the training calendar which has zoom link for the training.

OFFICIAL LAUNCH OF UON'S WANGARI MAATHAI INSTITUTE EMPHASIZES CLIMATE ACTION AND ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH

In a significant event, Environment, Climate Change, and Forestry Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya inaugurated the Wangari Maathai Institute for Peace and Environmental Studies at the University of Nairobi's Upper Kabete Campus. The institute, named after the renowned Nobel Peace Laureate Prof. Wangari Maathai, is poised to collaborate closely with the government to tackle climate change-related challenges and resource conflicts in Kenya and the wider region.

 

"Adapting to Shifts: Exploring IPCC's 7th Assessment Cycle (AR7)"

The commendation for the University of Nairobi's substantial contribution to tackling climate change, showcased through its provision of experts, research endeavors, and outstanding academic institutions, was underscored once again. This acknowledgment was reaffirmed during the unveiling of the 7th Assessment Cycle (AR7) by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change on August 11, 2023. The occasion was organized through a partnership between the Ministry of Environment and the Meteorological Department.

"Prominent Earth Scientist Elevates Climate Advocacy: Dr. Cromwell Lukorito Named Vice Chair of IPCC"

The University of Nairobi proudly announces the exceptional achievement of Dr. Cromwel Lukorito, a distinguished Senior Lecturer in the Department of Earth and Climate Sciences, who has been selected as the Vice Chair of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Working Group II. This prestigious appointment was officially confirmed on June 28, 2023, marking a momentous recognition of Dr. Lukorito's expertise and outstanding contributions to the field of climate science.

Responding to Climate Change in the Region through Land Governance:2nd Regional Research Conference

The 2023 second Regional Research Conference was held at the Kenya School of Government, Nairobi on Wednesday 24th-25th 2023. The Conference under the theme “Responding to Climate change through Land Governance in the region” brought together scholars and researchers from the region to discuss the pertinent issues affecting climate change and make policy recommendations to mitigate and adapt to Climate change through Land use.

CALL FOR APPLICATION - AFAS MASTER’S PROGRAM

Second Cohort for the AFAS scholarship program on Nature Based Solutions regarding Climate Change Adaptation and Biodiversity Conservation in African Savannas. Application deadline: 30TH April 2023 (11:59 PM UTC) Applications for the AFAS Master’s program should be done electronically either at University of Nairobi or Université Félix Houphouët-Boigny (but not both).  

 

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ITALIAN PRESIDENT SERGIO MATTARELLA DELIVERS A PUBLIC LECTURE ON CLIMATE CHANGE

On Thursday, March 16, 2023, the University of Nairobi welcomed His Excellency President Sergio Mattarella, President of the Republic of Italy, for a public lecture on Climate Change at the historic Taifa Hall. This visit was part of the scheduled items on the President’s four-day official visit to Kenya between 13-16 March 2023.