Kirinyaga University

DVC_ARSA, Prof. Charles Omwandho, makes the welcoming remarks during the 5th Science, Technology & Innovation Day held on March 18 &19, 2026

Dr. Kamau Gachigi, Executive Director Gearbox and Mechanical Engineering, gives the Keynote Address during STI Day at Kilele Tuition Block

Mr. John Matogo, Middle East & Africa Leader, IBM Corporate Social Responsibility gives the 2nd Keynote Address during STI Day

A student presents during one of the Parallel Sessions of STI Day

Lorna Juma, Oracle Academy Programme Manager for Africa, makes her remarks during Day 2 of STI Day

The DVC_ARSA & Lorna Juma from Oracle Academy awards the winners of the STI Day with certificates and presents

Mr. John Matogo presents a cheque to DVC_ARSA Prof. Charles Omwandho in honor of the Global Winners in the Call for Code Hackathon. The Winners were Hawona Rodgers from Kirinyaga University, Ridan Hawi & Robert Odhiambo from other universities in Kenya

Dr. James Mwikya, makes the closing remarks after a successful end of the STI Day

A group photo of DVC_ARSA, invited Guests, Organizing Committee, judges and students during the STI Day

VC, Prof. Mary Ndung'u, makes the opening remarks during the Somesha Comrade Run at Mt. Kenya Forest - Castle Station held on March 13, 2026

The VC Prof. Mary Ndung'u and DVC (ARSA) Prof. Charles Omwandho, flaggs off the the Somesha Comrade Run 2026 1st Edition

Participants take part in the run at the Mount Kenya Forest - Castle Station during the Somesha Comrade Run. They included Students, Staff, Sponsors and other well wishers.

VC, Prof. Mary Ndung'u awards a medal to the winner of Other Participants category of the Somesha Comrade Run

DVC (ARSA), Prof. Charles Omwandho, awards a medal and token to the student female winner of the Somesha Comrade Run

A group photo of the winners with the VC & DVC_ARSA

Welcome to Kirinyaga University

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Kirinyaga University (KyU) is located approximately 115 Km North East of Nairobi on Sagana - Embu - Highway..read more

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Mission statement

To train and develop human resources equipped with innovative skills..

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Vision statement

To be a leading University in quality training, strategic research,..

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Core Values

Professionalism
Integrity, transparency and accountability
Innovation and creativity

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News & Updates

KyU SUCCESSFULLY HOSTS SOMESHA COMRADE RUN PROMOTING FITNESS AND HELPING NEEDY STUDENTS SECURE THEIR ACADEMIC FUTURE

On March 13, 2026, Kirinyaga University successfully held the inaugural Somesha Comrade Run at Mt. Kenya Forest – Castle Station, a vibrant and...

KIRINYAGA UNIVERSITY TO HOST GERMAN STUDENT FOR ACADEMIC AND CLINICAL EXCHANGE

KIRINYAGA UNIVERSITY EXCELS AT KUSF CENTRAL LEAGUE 2C GAMES & 2D GAMES

9TH ANNUAL KIRINYAGA UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE, 2026

KIRINYAGA UNIVERSITY HOSTS THE 6TH ANNUAL MATHEMATICS, ROBOTICS CONTEST & CAREER DAY

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Our Schools

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01.

School of Health Sciences

The School of Health Sciences endeavours to prepare its students for a rewarding career in clinical care, research or academia.

Student Population: 13000
Programmes: Bachelors, Masters, PhD & Short courses
Contact: Email: shs@kyu.ac.ke

02.

School of Business & Education

SBE boasts of having highly qualified faculty to support all the programs, and to offer career guidance and mentorship programs for our students.

Student Population: 13000
Programmes: Bachelors, Masters, PhD & Short courses
Contact: Email: sbe@kyu.ac.ke

03.

School of Pure & Applied Sciences

Science, Technology, and Mathematics being the driving force behind industrialization, the School offers a variety of postgraduate degree, degree, diploma and certificate programmes and short courses.

Student Population: 13000
Programmes: Bachelors, Masters, PhD & Short courses
Contact: Email: spas@kyu.ac.ke

04.

School of Engineering & Technology

We are distinguished for offering our programmes through practical-based teaching, where students undertake a practical unit every semester and three industrial attachments through the degree course.

Student Population: 13000
Programmes: Bachelors, Masters, PhD & Short courses
Contact: Email: set@kyu.ac.ke

Why Study at KyU?

Innovative Technology for a Dynamic World

Kirinyaga University set in a welcoming and accessible forested environment, 1hr 30 min drive from Nairobi, is far enough to offer serene studying environment but close enough for convenience.

We offer market sensitive Programmes tailored to careers in IT, Health Science, Engineering, Business, Pure and Applied Sciences, Hospitality, Architecture and the Built Environment.