Department of Geology

Globally, it is an established fact that Earth science is not as present as other science disciplines (e.g., biology, physics, mathematics). In many African countries, Earth science appears at the end of high-school, if not at the university. This situation represents a major challenge for students selecting Earth related subjects at university level. Kenya has embarked on a curriculum review, we believe this is an opportunity to reflect on the status of Earth science in the current curriculum so as to inform policy makers on how to improve this discipline in the the ongoing reform process.

The University of Nairobi OPEN DAY was held on 28th-30th April, 2016 the theme being Quality & Innovative Education to Sustain Industrial Growth

The event took place in the College of Biological and Physical Sciences in May 2016

This was the day set aside for donating blood.It is open to all staff and students.

AfriWatSan is developing the scientific evidence to inform policies and practices sustaining low-cost, on-site water supplies and sanitation systems in urban Africa and to strengthen the capacity of individuals and institutions to conduct this vital research.

Delegation from University of Narobi visited IGPCEA

September 20, 2016, Team from Geology Department, University of Nairobi, visited the Institute of Geophysics, CEA (IGCEA). Dr. Daniel Ichang'I, the Chairman of Geology Department, had a meeting with Prof. Wu Zhongliang, Director of IGPCEA, and signed TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR Cooperative Seismic Network in Kenya.

Prof. Christopher Nyamai, Prof. Justus Barongo, Dr. Daniel Ichang'I, Dr. Charles Gichaba and Mr. Daniel Mutua delivered 5 lectures on the topics of Overview of the School of Physical Sciences, University of Nairobi, Overview of Geology of Eastern Africa and Kenya in Particular, Remote Sensing and Natural Disasters Mitigation in Kenya, Role of Technology in Seismic Monitoring in East Africa, Seismology in Kenya and Future Outlook.

After the lecture, a discussion was held by Prof. Zhang Dongning, deputy director of IGPCEA, many experts of IGPCEA attended the discussion. In 2012 Director General Chen Jianmin, et al paid a visit to Kenya and signed the Memorandum of Understanding on the Cooperation between China Earthquake Administration（CEA）and the University of Nairobi (UoN). In 2015, the construction project for the assistance of seismic surveillance network was officially launched. Supported by China Earthquake Administration, this project is undertaken by Institute of Geophysics, China Earthquake Administration (IGPCEA). During the period from November 9 to December 3, 2015, IGPCEA successively dispatched 5 people to Kenya for three-week technical training on seismographic observation for the teachers, students and practitioners of the UoN. For the duration, Prof. Yang Dake, Assoc. Prof. Yuan Songyong and Dr. Liu Zheng, as the team members of the Chinese side, accomplished the survey and selection tasks for the newly-built seismic stations together with the team from Kenya.

Assigning of New Water Bowser by DVC (A&F) Prof I.K.Mbeche December 2016

Chinese Ambassador Presents Scholarship Awards to students - November 2016

University Student Leaders Summit 23-11-2016

The University of Nairobi won 6 awards at this year’s Trade fair. Position 1 in the stand that best interprets current show theme, the best stand in research and development and the best institution of higher learning in developing and advanced technology.

10th International Day of Non-Violence in Nairobi Celebration October 3rd, 2016

Delegation from Washington State University paid a Courtesy call to The V.C. October 2016

KAIST Courtesy Call to the V.C. October 2016 01

The Vice Chancellor's Speech to 1st Years (freshers)-09-09-2016

Consulate of China Reps. Courtesy Call to The V.C. September 2016

MoU Signing between UoN and Concordia University 23-09-2016

Fish Force Academy Delegation Courtesy call to The V.C. September 2016