University of Nairobi

The University of Nairobi (uonbi or UoN; Swahili: Chuo Kikuu cha Nairobi) is a collegiate research university based in Nairobi, Kenya.

The history of the University of Nairobi (UoN) can be traced back to 1947, when the Kenya colonial government drew up a plan for the establishment of a technical and commercial institute in Nairobi. By 1949, this plan had grown into a concept aimed at providing higher technical education for Kenya.

In 1956, the Royal Technical College, Nairobi was established on the present-day site of the Main Campus. The college offered a variety of courses in engineering, science, and commerce. In 1961, the college was renamed the Royal College Nairobi and became the second university college in East Africa, after Makerere University College in Uganda.

In 1964, the Royal College Nairobi was renamed University College, Nairobi, and began offering degree programs in a wider range of disciplines. The college became an independent university on July 1, 1970, and was renamed the University of Nairobi.

Since its independence, the University of Nairobi has grown significantly in terms of its student population, academic programs, and research output. The university has also played a leading role in the development of Kenya and the East African region.

Today, the University of Nairobi is one of the leading universities in Africa and is recognized for its high-quality education and research. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in a variety of disciplines. It is also home to several research institutes and centers that are conducting cutting-edge research in areas such as agriculture, health, education, and the environment.

University of Nairobi is ranked as the #1 top university in Kenya during 2024. This is the same rank as last year.