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Personalised Attention in a Bureaucratic World

mai 12, 2025

Strathmore University reaffirmed its commitment to human-centered leadership and innovation during the 2025 Vice Chancellor’s Conference, held on May 9 under the theme “Scaling Personalised Attention in an Ever-Growing Organization.”...

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Michelle Waruguru’s Path to Debate Glory

mai 12, 2025

The room hushed. Then her name was announced: Michelle Waruguru. Cheers, rent the air. Relief, pride, a racing heart, and disbelief flooded her all at once. “It was both humbling...

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Strathmore, ECTA Kenya Ltd Team Up to Accelerate EV Innovation and Sustainability

mai 12, 2025

Strathmore University has teamed up with ECTA Kenya Ltd (Subaru Kenya and JAC Kenya) in a strategic partnership aimed at accelerating electric vehicle (EV) adoption and strengthening STEM education in...

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One Run. One Scholarship. One Student’s Future.

mai 8, 2025

Picture this: It’s the start of your second semester at university. You’ve got notebooks full of ambitious plans and a heart full of hope, but your bank account tells a...

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Etymos: The AI Word Tool Built by a Scrabble Champ

mai 7, 2025

From chasing words across Scrabble boards to pioneering a cultural revolution in vocabulary learning, Lancelot Kuria Githinji is reshaping how we think about language, one quiz at a time. At...

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Strathmore’s Faculty Redefining Research Excellence

mai 6, 2025

In a testament to its research prowess and global relevance, the School of Computing and Engineering Sciences at Strathmore University is celebrating a wave of faculty achievements, wins for the...

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A Vision for a Smarter, Cleaner Future Born at Strathmore

mai 6, 2025

At Strathmore University’s School of Computing and Engineering Sciences, innovation is not just taught, it’s lived. Here, five determined Computer Science students, Nicole Owens, Joy Muthoni, Kyla Arunga, Rosemary Wakaba,...

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How Avocado Farming is Empowering Women in Murang’a

mai 5, 2025

Salome’s 20-Year Battle Against Unfair Prices The morning mist still clings to the slopes of Gatanga as Salome Njeri, a widow, walks between rows of thriving avocado trees on her...

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Jesse Wanda’s Life-Changing Scholarship

avril 30, 2025

When Jesse Wanda received the Vice-Chancellor's Run Scholarship at Strathmore University, it opened a new chapter in his academic journey. A Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering student...

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Roger Gitonga: The Rise of Africa’s Only Expert-ACCA Tutor

avril 30, 2025

Roger Gitonga is a distinguished ACCA tutor at Strathmore University. Currently, the only expert-level ACCA tutor in Africa, Roger has carved a reputation as a rare blend of technical mastery...

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Communication is a Form of Storytelling

avril 30, 2025

“Communication is about sharing meaningful experiences.” This simple yet profound sentence became a guiding light for Kimberly Lisa Osemo throughout her academic journey pursuing Bachelor of Communication (BAC). Now a...

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Strathmore Hosts Inaugural East Africa Future Leaders Challenge

avril 30, 2025

Strathmore University’s School of Tourism and Hospitality hosted the inaugural East Africa Future Leaders Challenge from April 28–29, 2025. The two-day event brought together students and stakeholders from Europe, the...

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Vaping: The Hidden Trap of Decorated Nicotine

avril 30, 2025

It begins casually, between classes, during late-night study sessions, or at parties. For many university students, vaping has become a norm, a trendy escape wrapped in fruity flavors and sleek...

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Women In Tech: Who is still left out?

avril 30, 2025

Technology is racing ahead, reshaping industries, disrupting the status quo, and creating new opportunities at a pace never seen before. It is the backbone of modern economies, the engine of...

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Pitch Friday 2025: Where Student Innovation Meets Sustainability

avril 28, 2025

On Friday, 25th April 2025, Strathmore University hosted Pitch Friday 2025, an entrepreneurship event organized by the Student Council’s Finance Docket, Strathmore Environment and Sustainability club in partnership with E-bikes...

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e-Msingi Empowers Teachers, Students, and Parents for Mental Well-being

avril 25, 2025

In our education systems, a silent crisis thrives. One that report cards and exam scores cannot measure. Behind the classroom doors, teachers battle burnout, students struggle with unseen pressures, and...

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Announcing Strathmore University Table Tennis Club(SUTTC) 2025 May Open Annual Challenge

avril 25, 2025

Tennis players, fans, and cheerleaders, assemble! This one’s for you! The 2025 May Open Annual Challenge (MOAC) is back, and it’s bigger than ever! Happening on May 24th and 25th...

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Strathmore Holds the Mathematics Debate That Mattered

avril 25, 2025

Can we afford a future without mathematics? That was the question that reverberated through the TransCentury Auditorium at Strathmore University, April 24, 2025 where some of the country’s leading minds...

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Turkana in April: Rainfall, Resilience, and Radiance in Service

avril 25, 2025

The Community Service Centre did it again! This April, through the Community Outreach Programme, a dedicated team of volunteers traveled to Turkana with one mission in mind — to give...

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Strathmore Joins ACCESS 2.0 to Empower the Next Generation of Innovators

avril 24, 2025

Strathmore University has taken the bold step towards enhancing students’ career development and entrepreneurship by joining the Africa Centre for Career Enhancement and Skills Support (ACCESS 2.0) project for the...

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Kenya shares its learnings with Tanzania and Uganda on the 2050 Carbon Calculator

novembre 21, 2023

At the end of September, Kenya hosted a webinar for the Tanzania and Uganda academic, corporate, and government energy experts to share its key learnings and experience while developing a...

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YES! Youth Energy Day

novembre 17, 2023

Strathmore University was once again a hive of activity, but this time it was electric and green, as it hosted the Youth Energy Day. The event, a one-of-a-kind gathering of...

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Bridging the Job and Skills Gap for Youth: Youth Employment Data-Driven Insights

novembre 15, 2023

In an increasingly interconnected digital world, prioritising investments in education and skill development, especially for youth, is important. This is because data-driven insights are shaping the path for the future....

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@iLabAfrica unveils the 2nd Global Data Science and AI Summit

novembre 14, 2023

@iLabAfrica launched the 2nd Global Data Science and AI Summit (GDSAI) at Strathmore University on November 9, showcasing Kenya's advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI) implementation. The summit was graced by...

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The 10-minute presentation and a trip to Washington DC

octobre 23, 2023

When you hear the word “NASA”, what comes into mind? Hmm! In this context, we shall focus on a team of ten ‘stratizens’ from the School of Computing and Engineering...

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Forging Connections: Translating research into actionable solutions for development

septembre 25, 2023

Research is a powerful tool that has been instrumental in shaping our understanding of the world around us. It serves as the foundation for theories, informs critical decision-making, and...

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Strengthening Data Protection across East Africa: A knowledge exchange initiative

septembre 25, 2023

At its core, data protection revolves around safeguarding the personal information of individuals. By protecting data, we are ultimately safeguarding the well-being of people. In an era where data...

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Ideas Festival 2023

septembre 18, 2023

Creativity flows ceaselessly in our world, brimming with impulses and motivations to spark ideas in our everyday lives. Often, we experience a fleeting thought that appears brilliantly promising, only to...

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SERC wins award to build capacity to unlock solar potential in East Africa

août 22, 2023

Strathmore Energy Research Centre (SERC) won an award from Innovate UK to develop a two-year project with SolarisKit, to create a center of excellence for solar thermal installation using...

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@iLabAfrica launches innovation leadership programme for C-Suite level managers in East Africa

mai 2, 2023

@iLabAfrica Research and Innovation Centre, Strathmore University, launched the CIO Leadership Programme that aims at enhancing strategic thinking, leadership skills, and providing an integrated view of the business landscape through...

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IEEE President’s Visit to Strathmore Strengthens Academic-Industry Ties

octobre 23, 2024

Strathmore University hosted a visit from Dr. Tom Coughlin, the President of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), on October 14. The visit served as a catalyst for...

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Strathmore Institute Awards a Record 701 Graduands

octobre 22, 2024

This year’s Strathmore Institute graduation was nothing short of historic, with 701 graduates from 23 nationalities poised to take on the world. The atmosphere was filled with warmth and anticipation...

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Strathmore University Welcomes the Class of 2028/29

octobre 22, 2024

For many new students, the word ‘convocation’ can bring a bit of confusion. Is it just another orientation? A gathering of unfamiliar faces? Or perhaps a cleverly disguised event offering...

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Following Her Father’s Footsteps from Rwanda to Strathmore

octobre 17, 2024

With just one day to go until her graduation, Maeva Ishimwe is brimming with excitement and hope for the future. Having completed her Diploma in International Relations, she eagerly looks...

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Kapongo Serge: Navigating Diplomacy with a Heart for Change

octobre 16, 2024

Serge. Kapongo Serge. His name carries a certain rhythm—one that lingers long after you say it aloud. Like a story waiting to be told. There’s a Congolese proverb that has...

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In Defence of Marketing

octobre 16, 2024

When I first encountered her name, it instantly caught my attention—“Defence” Kioko. True to her name, she passionately defends everything she does. “It’s a great conversation starter,” she often says—and...

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A Journey of Growth and Success at Strathmore University

octobre 16, 2024

“I visited quite a number of universities before visiting Strathmore, but once I landed at Strathmore University, I never looked back,” Gloria Wambura Mboo says. As she eagerly awaits her...

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Elizabeth Juma: From Corporate Setbacks to Community Triumphs

octobre 15, 2024

When Elizabeth Juma walked across the stage at Strathmore University, clutching her Bachelor of Commerce degree, little did she know the rollercoaster that awaited her. From landing a job at...

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Bridging Business and Technology: How Strathmore Shaped Zulekha’s Ambitions

octobre 14, 2024

For Zulekha Omar Musa Abdalla, the journey to pursuing a Diploma in Business Information Technology (DBIT) at Strathmore University was fueled by a lifelong fascination with the intersection of business...

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Ian Mutuge’s Chess Journey of Grit, Passion, and Victory

octobre 12, 2024

The 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest, Hungary, was a stage for the world’s finest chess minds, but for Ian Mutuge, a fourth-year student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Informatics...

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Brenda’s Journey with Strathmore’s CISA Program

octobre 11, 2024

Brenda Muthoni Maina is no ordinary professional. A determined generalist with a background in IT and finance, she thrives on the edge of innovation, blending her knowledge of business information...

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Hats Off to you Ian Kahesi Korutaro

octobre 11, 2024

The end goal for studying is always to succeed in life! This is no exception for Kahesi Ian Korutaro, an International student from Uganda. Ian, who is now undertaking his...

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From Freshman Fears to Confident Composure: Natalia Buhasio’s Strathmore Journey

octobre 11, 2024

On her first day of university, Natalia, stood at the gates of Strathmore University, a mix of excitement and anxiety swirling within her. Her father was by her side, giving...

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Like father, like daughter…

octobre 11, 2024

Relocating to a new country feels like stepping into a captivating yet unsettling adventure. You leave behind the warmth of family and friends, entering a world where every street is...

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The Making of an Entrepreneur

octobre 11, 2024

Leo Getanda first heard about Strathmore University in 2020 while researching the best business schools. He was immediately impressed and, with a family member who had studied Bachelor of Commerce...

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