The University of Nairobi Research Week highlighted the journey of Gloria Katunge , a PhD student in Physics at the Faculty of Science and Technology (FST), whose academic achievements and international research experience demonstrate the value of initiative, mentorship and access to opportunity. Speaking during the opening ceremony, Gloria challenged students to actively pursue research opportunities while calling for stronger research infrastructure to support emerging scientists.

This year’s theme, “Transforming Society through Research Excellence, Artificial Intelligence and Other Emerging Technologies in a Globally Competitive Environment,” could not be timelier. Artificial intelligence is already a valuable research tool, and it is fast becoming an economic frontier. We will examine its opportunities and risks across the sectors we serve. Institutions that build real capability in it will shape the markets and policies that follow, and the University intends to be among them. for more information:

https://researchweek.uonbi.ac.ke/

The University of Nairobi hosted the 2026 Ahinsa Lecture and Dialogue on Monday, 5 October 2026, bringing together diplomats, scholars, policymakers, practitioners and young people to examine the role of education in building peaceful, inclusive and resilient societies.