Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology

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Overview

  • Act: Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology Act of 1994
  • Formed: 1994
  • Chancellor: Prof. Joseph Mathu Ndung’u, BVM, PhD,
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Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), established in 1994, is a premier institution in Kenya specializing in agriculture, technology, and related fields. It originated as a constituent college of Kenyatta University and was granted university status through the Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology Act. JKUAT offers a broad range of academic programs across various disciplines, including engineering, health sciences, social sciences, and business. The university is renowned for its research contributions, innovations in agriculture and technology, and its role in national development and industrial advancement.

Chancellor: Prof. Joseph Mathu Ndung’u

Prof. Joseph Mathu Ndung’u, Chancellor of JKUAT, holds a Bachelor’s in Veterinary
Medicine and a PhD in Immunopathology from the University of Glasgow. He is a
global researcher, Executive Director of FIND Dx Kenya, and has held leadership roles
in KETRI and KARI. He has over 100 publications and received prestigious awards, including the African Union Excellence Award.

Management Team

Prof. Joseph Mathu Ndung’u

Chancellor

Prof. Victoria Wambui Ngumi

Vice Chancellor

Prof. Robert Kinyua

Deputy Vice Chancellor AA

Prof. Bernard Ikua

Deputy Vice Chancellor Administration

Board of Governors

Dr. James Micah Onsando

Chairman

Hassan Abdi Mohammed

Member

Joel Kipkemboi Yego

Member

Prof. John H. Nderitu

Member

Velma Mudanyi

Member

Prof. Angelina Nduku Kioko

Member

Prof. Victoria Wambui Ngumi

Vice Chancellor

Functions

  • Provision of Education: Offer undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional programs in agriculture, technology, and other fields to develop a skilled workforce.
  • Research and Innovation: Conduct research that fosters technological, agricultural, and socio-economic development, addressing national and global challenges.
  • Curriculum Development: Develop and review academic programs to meet the evolving needs of industries and society.
  • Degree Conferral: Award degrees, diplomas, and certificates in various disciplines to recognize academic achievements.
  • Community Engagement: Participate in outreach programs that promote sustainable development, improve livelihoods, and address local needs.
  • Entrepreneurship Promotion: Encourage innovation and entrepreneurship among students and faculty to contribute to economic growth.
  • Industrial Collaboration: Foster partnerships with industries to enhance practical training, research, and development.
  • Professional Development: Provide training and development opportunities for professionals in agriculture, technology, and related sectors.
  • International Collaboration: Build academic partnerships and collaborative research opportunities with global institutions.
  • Policy Advocacy: Engage in policy analysis, providing expert opinions and research findings to influence public policy decisions.

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Address & Contacts

  • Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology,
  • P.O. Box 62000 – 00200 Nairobi, Kenya
  • registrar@aa.jkuat.ac.ke | registrar@apd.jkuat.ac.ke | dvc@aa.jkuat.ac.ke
  • 067-5870001-5 | 0709715815