UoN to offer dual and joint degrees

The University of Nairobi Senate has approved a framework to guide collaboration agreements on dual and joint degrees.

The dual and joint degree programmes are a form of higher education qualifications that are rapidly gaining traction worldwide in institutions of higher learning. Benefits to the respective institutions and students include providing local students with international exposure, enhancing quality for collaborating institutions, and offering opportunities to build strong academic and institutional research partnerships.

Partnership on Regional Research & Development Centre for Construction

The University of Nairobi in partnership with China Communications and Construction Company, (CCCC) could soon set up an Engineering Research and Development Laboratory (R&D Lab). CCCC is the parent company which owns China Road and Bridge Company (CRBC), which is famous for the construction of mega structures in Kenya including the SGR.

This was revealed during a meeting between the University of Nairobi Vice Chancellor, Prof. Stephen Kiama and CCCC General Manager Mr. Li Changgui.

NSE turnover climbs to Sh83bn in six months

Trade turnover rose to Sh83 billion for the six months to June 30, compared to Sh79.2 billion in the corresponding period last year, new data shows. While the higher trade volume bodes well for stockbrokers, who rely on commissions earned from facilitating trading, investors have been counting their losses as share prices fell in the same period. Reference:https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/news/NSE-turnover-climbs-to-Sh83bn-in-six-months/539546-5586420-hi57uwz/index.html

Varsity and the Star to work together

The media has been asked to proactively highlight activities of institutions of higher learning to help solve some challenges facing communities. To this end, the University of Nairobi, the Star and Radio Africa Group in general have agreed to work closely for mutual benefit and for the benefit of the public.

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Stephen Kiama said that varsities are hubs of research and knowledge that if well harnessed will go a long way in addressing the day-today challenges facing communities.