MNUC COHORT 4 MATRICULATION
After a week of registration, admission, and orientation activities, the welcoming of the new first-year students culminated in a formal induction ceremony on Monday, September 2, 2024. The Matriculation ceremony, led by Principal Prof. Zipporah Ng’ang’a, officially welcomed over 500 new students to MNUC. This event marked the students' formal admission into the University College, setting the stage for the start of their academic journey.
THE PAKISTAN DELEGATION VISIT TO MNUC
On 23rd August 2024, The Kenya Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) Kiambu County together with a Pakistan Commercial Consular delegation visited Mama Ngina University College. The main aim of the visit was to understand the investment opportunities available and seek partnership and collaboration with the University especially in Education and Training. The delegation was lead by the Chairman Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry - Kiambu Chapter. MNUC [...]
MNUC RECOMMENDED FOR ISO CERTIFICATION
In line with our commitment to continual improvement, MNUC strives to consistently deliver high-quality and relevant education, training, research, and outreach. To uphold this commitment to our stakeholders, we engaged the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) for ISO 9001:2015 certification. The University College successfully passed the stage 2 audit, which took place on 22 August 2024, and has been recommended for certification.
Certificate-Award ceremony of the World-Bank funded KIEP-SKIES Rapid Tech Skills scholars
The Principal Mama Ngina University College Prof. Zipporah Ng'ang'a, the Deputy Principal Prof. Thomas Sakwa and the Dean of the School of Pure and Applied Sciences Dr. Makiya Ratemo on Friday 16th August 2024 joined Vice Chancellors from eight public universities and other guests in a certificate-award ceremony of the World-Bank funded KIEP-SKIES Rapid Tech Skills scholars. The Ministry of Investments, State Department of Industry was represented by the PS [...]
MNUC BENCHMARKING VISIT ON CLOUD HOSTING AND DATA CENTER STANDARDS AT KONZA TECHNOPOLIS
MNUC team was pleased to undertake a visit to Konza Technopolis to assess Cloud Hosting and Data Center Standards in line with MNUC strategy to upgrade our Data Center and establish a centre for Open Distance and Electronic Learning. The University College was represented by Dr. Ratemo Cyprian (Dean, School of Pure and Applied Sciences), Mr. Isaac Kuria (Head, ICT), Mr. Dion Martin (ICT Network Administrator) and Mr. Zachary Kariuki [...]
MAMA NGINA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE TRAINS ALL ACADEMIC STAFF ON PEDAGOGY
Mama Ngina University College is committed to retooling the academic staff to empower them with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively embrace the on-going education reforms in the country. Led by the chairperson CBC implementation Committee Dr. Ruth Mbugua, MNUC in its preparedness towards implementation of Competency Based Curriculum (CBC) held a training workshop on Pedagogy on Friday 2 nd August, 2024. Dr. Joseph Wambua from Kenya Institute of [...]
TAKE OVER BY THE NEW CHAIR OF COUNCIL
Following the appointment of Dr. Dinah Mwinzi as the new Chair, of Mama Mgina University College on 7th June 2024, by the CS, Ministry of Education, a formal handover by the 1st Chairman of the Council, Dr. David Oginde took place on 10th July 2024. Members of the Council and University College Management Board witnessed the transfer of the MNUC instruments of governance from Dr. David Oginde to Dr. Dinah [...]
SENSITATIZATION OF MNUC STAFF ON SEXUAL AND GENDER BASED VIOLENCE
The Kenyatta University Centre for Gender Equity and Empowerment through a collaboration with the University of Warwick UK, has developed a Mobile app that will enhance reporting on sexual and gender-based violence. As part of the collaboration, KU team extended training to Mama Ngina University College staff on Friday 19th July 2024. The team in their presentation explained different forms of gender-based violence and their classification. The team further [...]
Muhoho Secondary School Education Day Celebration
This past weekend, Mama Ngina University College was represented during the Muhoho High School class 2023 education day. The school community came together to celebrate the excellent results posted by the 2023 class and to pray for the candidates of 2024 as they prepare for their upcoming national examinations. In a significant gesture, the guest speaker Prof. Zipporah Nganga, represented by Ms. Josephine Nkangi, celebrated the school's improved KCSE results [...]
KIEP-SKIES Rapid Tech Skills Exhibition at MNUC
https://youtu.be/j_pPCp5ciWQ Mama Ngina University College hosted a major twin-event at the University College's premises on 17th July 2024. Three Universities in the Nairobi Metropolitan pitched great digital solutions birthed during a Rapid Tech Skills Program funded by World Bank in collaboration with the Ministry of Trade Investments, State Department of Industry. The event also looped in experts from industry who unpacked the challenges and opportunities around innovation amongst faculty, students [...]
Kenya Education Management Information System (KEMIS) Workshop
Mama Ngina University College (MNUC) was represented at the Kenya Education Management Information System (KEMIS) Workshop by Mr. Isaac Kuria, the Head of ICT. The Ministry of Education through the Ministry of ICT is set to streamline and centralize data across all levels of the education system. KEMIS, will serve as a single source of truth and a one-stop shop for all information about learners and other critical aspects of [...]
HUMAN RESOURCE HEALTH WALK 28 TH JUNE 2024
MNUC appreciates the critical role its staff plays in realizing strategic goals and mandate through various means. As such, the University is keen on promoting work-life balance to ensure the holistic well-being of its staff. On Friday, 28th June 2024, the University College, in collaboration with ICEA Lion, organized a walk themed ‘Walking the Talk.’ The walk focused on creating awareness on the importance of well-being in all aspects of [...]
Customer Service Sensitization and a Staff Appreciation Forum.
MNUC Compliments and Complaints Committee closed the 2023-2024 financial year with a Customer Service Sensitization and a Staff Appreciation forum. Staff members from key offices offered insight to others on their processes and services offered and ways in which we could all play a part in enriching the experience of all our customers. The MNUC management was present, represented by Dr. Benson Mburu, Registrar (ASA) and Mr. Ignatius Gichia, Human [...]
MNUC Student at a Mental Health Event in Thika
https://youtu.be/o7uIUe1dHw8 Obadia Kiplagat a student from Mama Ngina University College joined other students from various universities in a Mental Health Event in Thika. The event was organized by a health organization named KIMBILIO.
School Of Health Outreach Programme
Mama Ngina University College endevours to promote the health and well being of the local community. MNUC in partnership with Gatundu Level 5 Hospital organized a school health outreach activity at the Mutomo Primary School on 18 th June 2024. Led by the Dean School of Health Sciences Dr. Ruth Mbugua and the Sub-county Community Health Strategy Focal Person Mr. Joseph Kimani, the faculty from the School of Health Sciences [...]
Commemoration of International Day of the African Child
University Management, Student Mentors from Mama Ngina University College and Kenyatta University IEEE Members University College Management, School Mentorship Heads, Lead Mentors and Partners IDAC Courtesy Call to the Principal MNUC IDAC Morning Programme - School Mentorship Activity Established in 1991 by African Union, the International Day of the African Child has been observed annually on June 16. The event honors African children who [...]
Innovators Sprint Up Programme & Digital Skills Training twin programme .
Our School of Pure and Applied Sciences was represented by Dr. Cyprian Ratemo in a forum with other key stakeholders for the regional launch of the Innovators Sprint Up Programme & Digital Skills Training twin programme . The programs seek to empower the next generation of innovators and equip them with the skills to thrive in the digital age. The various stakeholders involved in the project were present including University [...]
Stage 1 Audit by Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS)
Mama Ngina University College recently underwent a stage 1 audit by Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) and was recommended for stage 2 audit, in the achievement of ISO 9001: 2015 certification. The University College is highly committed to providing quality and relevant education, training, research, and outreach. This shall be achieved through transformative teaching, carrying out cutting edge research and community engagement for effective service. The Management has established measurable [...]
Enabling Industrialization through Open Innovation
The MNUC School of Pure and Applied Sciences, represented by Dr. Ratemo Makiya and Elijah Maseno joined fellow Academia, industry players and the Kenyan innovation ecosystem actors yesterday to deliberate on issues around Enabling Industrialization through Open Innovation at Radisson Blu Hotel - Nairobi. The event was part of the ongoing Kenya Industry and Entrepreneurship Project (KIEP) being implemented by the Ministry of Investments, Trade & Industry, Kenya-State Department for [...]
MNUC hosted Elke Roels and Bart Vochten from the Karel De Grote (KdG) University in Antwerp – Belgium.
Mama Ngina University College hosted Elke Roels and Bart Vochten from the Karel De Grote (KdG) University in Antwerp - Belgium. The two guests are members of faculty and program leaders in the area of Computer Science/Information Technology in the Department of IT and Management. Our Principal (Prof. Zipporah Ng'ang'a) emphasised the value of collaborations and cited the immense mutual gains that can emerge from the envisioned collaboration between KdG [...]
Commercializing Research.
Dr Ratemo Makiya accompanied by Elijah Maseno from the School of Pure and Applied Sciences - Mama Ngina University College represented academia in a panel discussion on commercializing research. The event took place at Riara University and was opened by Prof. Robert Gateru who is the Vice Chancellor of the host University. The event was organized by iHub and sought to provide a platform to discuss strategies for effectively translating [...]
SAMNUC SGC Representatives with HSA & O in a Workshop
The SAMNUC SGC Representative accompanied by the Head of Student Affairs & Outreach Ms. Josephine Nkangi are participating in a Workshop organised by The Ministry of Education under the State Department of Higher Education and Research to evaluate the New Funding Model at Lake Naivasha Resort. Our SGC is actively involved in this workshop and representing the interest of the whole student populace. We wish to thank the University College [...]
Bachelor of Science Nursing Students Commence their Clinical Rotations
The School of Health Sciences is proud to announce a significant milestone for the First year BSc. Nursing students. The students have undergone a rigorous training in the state of the art nursing skills laboratory and have been adequately prepared to commence their clinical rotations in various hospitals after completing their OSCE examinations. The clinical rotations will provide the students an opportunity to acquire hands on experience and acquire various [...]
Great Tech Innovation Presentations by KIEP-SKIES Rapid Tech Skills Program Students
The funded KIEP-SKIES Rapid Tech Skills Program has significantly impacted the first cohort of beneficiaries who today presented their great tech innovations. The diverse solutions presented by the scholars undertaking their training at Mama Ngina University College were exciting and stand to significantly influence how certain things are done in society going forward. Mama Ngina University College is among eight universities across Kenya implementing the KIEP-SKIES Rapid Tech Skills Development [...]
UNITED NATIONS SUMMIT OF THE FUTURE
Dr. Ruth Mbugua the Ag. Dean and a Senior Lecturer in the School of Health Sciences at Mama Ngina University College attended a critical United Nations Civil Society Conference on 9-10 May 2024 at the United Nations Headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. As a delegate for Global Health she seized the opportunity to advocate for the health systems strengthening and Universal Health Coverage and inclusion of a more comprehensive approach to [...]
Visit by Prof. Michael Dooms of the University of Brussels
Mama Ngina University College on 10th May 2024 hosted a special guest who is a globally recognized scholar and consultant. Prof. Michael Dooms of the University of Brussels visited to initiate possible collaboration between Mama Ngina University College and the University of Brussels in the various areas of research, teaching and community service. The visit included a courtesy call on the Principal (represented by the Deputy Principal) followed by a [...]
CBC Awareness Training, 6th May 2024
Mama Ngina University College is committed to empower the staff with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively embrace the on-going education reforms. MNUC in its preparedness towards implementation of Competency Based Curriculum (CBC) held a sensitization workshop on Monday 6 th May, 2024 to create awareness on CBC among staff. Dr. Lydia Mucheru from Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development sensitized the staff on the Curriculum reforms in education in [...]
Visit to the African Agribusiness Incubators Network in Kampala-Uganda
Dr. Ratemo Makiya who is in charge of the School of Pure and Applied Sciences at Mama Ngina University College has just concluded a visit to the African Agribusiness Incubators Network (AAIN) in Kampala-Uganda on a promising note. The visit sought to strengthen ties established by Dr. Ratemo during recent multinational workshops on Strengthening Agribusiness Incubation Ecosystems in Africa held in Kampala-Uganda and in the Republic of Ireland. Dr. Ratemo [...]
TREE PLANTING AT THETA DAM KINALE FOREST
MNUC, led by the Principal Prof. Zipporah Ng’ang’a, conducted its 3rd annual tree planting at Theta Dam in Kinale Forest with the support of the Gatundu Water and Sanitation Company on Friday 26 th April, 2024. The University College was able to plant a total of 3,000 seedlings, donated by Equity Bank (Gatundu Branch), in the area surrounding the dam.
Accreditation of MNUC as a TVET Center
Officials from the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) visited MNUC for an inspection tour as the University College looks forward to be accredited to offer Diploma and Certificates as a TVET centre. Chaired by the Principal, Prof. Zipporah Ng’ang’a, the meeting delved on fine –tuning key areas of focus that will fast –track the launch of the TVET Directorate ensuring it meets TVETA regulatory standards. MNUC TVET [...]
KIEP-SKIES Rapid Tech Skills Program Students Orientation at MNUC
The Principal of Mama Ngina University College, Prof. Zipporah Ng'ang'a addressed the first cohort of the KIEP-SKIES Rapid Tech Skills Program and officially welcomed them to the institution. The Principal congratulated the KIEP-SKIES scholars for securing the scholarships among the thousands that were also interested, but were not fortunate. The Principal encouraged the students to exploit the institution's facilities and other resources at their disposal, to advance their training objectives [...]
Science Technology & Innovation (SIT) Workshop at MNUC
MNUC held an STI workshop on Friday 15th March, 2024. The theme of the workshop was “Strengthening Innovation Through Research Collaborations.” Additionally, staff were sensitized on the “Policy on Motivating Staff to Conduct Research” by the Chairperson of the STI Committee Prof. Thomas Sakwa. The topics covered included Enhancing Innovation through Development of strategic partnerships and collaborations by Prof. Maina Mwangi -Director of Innovation, Incubation & University Industry Linkages, Kenyatta [...]
Mama Ngina University set for expansion as State promises to compensate land owners
From left: Gatundu South MP Gabriel Kagombe, Mama Ngina University College Principal Prof Zipporah Ng'ang'a and other varsity officials at the institution in Mutomo village, Gatundu South. Mutomo residents in Gatundu South who ceded their land parcels for expansion of Mama Ngina University College can now heave a sigh of relief after the Government indicated that they’ll receive KSh2.12 billion compensation. Expansion of the institution has been delayed for close [...]
MNUC ISO 2015 Certification
MNUC continues to establish a Quality Management System for effective and efficient service delivery, continuous improvement, as well as achieve ISO 9001:2015 certification. Today the University College held a Top Management briefing session led by our Principal Prof Zipporah Ng’ang’a, and facilitated by the ISO consultant Mr. C.K Mwangi.
The KIEP-SKIES Rapid Tech Skills
The KIEP-SKIES Rapid Tech Skills for the 2024 Cohort commenced today at Mama Ngina University College. The program is funded by World Bank in collaboration with the Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry (MITI), State Department for Industry (STI). The placed students who are benefiting from the World Bank grant were inducted by facilitators from the School of Pure and Applied Sciences led by Dr Ratemo Makiya who is the [...]
MNUC COLLABORATION
Mama Ngina University College today hosted two Belgium-based experts in business intelligence and cybersecurity (Inas Djelloul - Project Lead and Patrick Nenezic - SECUTEC company representative). The team drawn from VUB - Vrije Universiteit Brussel , met with undergraduate students of the School of Computing and Informatics to give global insights around cyber security tools and critical soft skills needed in today's world. The team also had a courtesy call [...]
Business Process Re- Engineering Training
The Ministry of Public Service and Delivery Management conducted a training at MNUC on Wednesday 27th March, 2024 with the University College’s Digitalization Committee. The training centered on Business Process Re- Engineering was facilitated by officials from the Ministry; Ms. Betty Soita: Secretary, Public Service Transformation and Ms. Christine Kaari, Programme Officer.
REWARDING THE BEST
Joseph Mumu a Second Year Bcom Student at MNUC wins Kenya University Sports Association (KUSA) Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the year 2023/2024 and Shem Atoyo, SAMNUC Sports Congress person lead the most disciplined team of the season. Congratulations to all the teams that represented MNUC for the first time in KUSA league season 2023/2024.
Belgian Embassy Visit
Dr Ratemo Makiya from Mama Ngina University College, engaging with Professor Michaël Dooms and team of visiting postgraduate students of the Vrije Universitieit Brussel (VUB) - one of the top public universities in Brussels, Belgium. The networking event explored possible opportunities for collaboration and took place on 26th March 2024 at the Belgium Embassy. Local partners from various sectors were present including Ms Maina who is a member of the [...]
The New Principal and Deputy Principal Installation Ceremony 21st March 2024
It is with great pride that we officially welcomed our new Principal, Prof. Zipporah Ng'ang'a, and Deputy Principal, Prof. Thomas Sakwa to the MNUC family at their installation ceremony that took place recently. The installation gave us an opportunity to meet our new Chancellor, Amb. Dr. Francis K. Muthaura, graced by MNUC Chairman of Council, Dr. David A. Oginde, KU Vice Chancellor Prof. P.K Wainaina, the area MP G.G [...]
MNUC SPORTS PERFORMANCE 2023/2024
KUSA Nairobi North Conference 2023/2024 Results Mama Ngina University College (MNUC) made its debut in KUSA Nairobi North Conference League for the year 2023/2024 in various discipline and managed to walk away with the most Discipline trophy overall. The University College also managed to produce the Most Valuable Player (MVP) in the same League. Joseph Mumo walked away with the MVP University Sports Day: THEME: “Sports for Healthy and [...]
International Women’s Day at MNUC
The 2024 International Women's Day celebrations were held by MNUC Members of Management, students and staff on Friday 8th March, 2024 in the MNUC. The celebrations culminated with a presenation aligned to the this year's theme"Invest in Women, Accelerate Progress" Dr. Ruth Mbugua -Dean, School of Nursing who was the keynote speaker delivered a speech on gender equality which served as the pinnacle of the event. With her unparalleled expertise and [...]
MNUC Leadership and Politics Club Visit to Kenya National Assembly and Senate on 6th March 2024
On 6th of March 2024, the Leadership and Politics Club had an educational visit to the National Parliament. The tour was divided into two sessions; morning session visit to the Senate and the afternoon session to the National Assembly. During the morning session at the Senate, the club members were recognized by the Speaker of the Senate. Youthful Senator Lemaletian Hezena, who identified with the students as a fellow comrade, [...]
Miss and Mr. MNUC!
The grand finale of MNUC's Culture Week was concluded on 1st March 2024 and culminated with the crowning of Mr. and Miss Culture MNUC, a momentous occasion celebrating diversity and unity within our esteemed institution. This captivating event brought together students from all walks of life to showcase their unique cultural backgrounds, talents, and traditions. Our finalists, Miss Silvia Nyaga and Mr. Silus Ngosila embody the spirit of cultural pride and [...]
World Bank Funded SKIES Rapid Tech Skills Development Program at MNUC
Mama Ngina University College is among eight universities across Kenya implementing the SKIES Rapid Tech Skills Development Program funded by the World Bank. Dr Ratemo Makiya Cyprian, who's in charge of the School of Pure and Applied Sciences, is a Principal Investigator in the project and will be leading the implementation of the program at Mama Ngina University College. The SKIES Rapid Tech Skills program seeks to retool two hundred [...]
National Cohesion and National Values Training
The MNUC National Cohesion and National Values committee undergoes training facilitated by Mr. Boniface Kamau & Mr. Kelvin Njoroge from the Directorate of National Cohesion and Values under the Executive Office of the President. The training is aimed at strengthening the committee's abilities in better implementing its mandate at the University College. #MNUC2024 #nationalvalues #cohesion #training
HiETeC-2024 Conference.
Dr. Ratemo Makiya, MNUC Senior Lecturer in the School of Pure and Applied Sciences with the DVC ARSA (Open University of Kenya), and other special guests during the HiETeC-2024 conference. Dr. Ratemo and the other panelists drawn from academia and industry were addressing issues around the application of online pedagogy to impact on the learner's behavior in Distance Education. The HiETeC-2024 conference was jointly organized by Daystar University and AMREF [...]
MNUC’s 1st Cultural Week 28th Feb- 1st March, 2024.
Our First Cultural Week has been ongoing since Wednesday with our students pulling out all the stops. They've quite frankly outdone themselves. We have learned from each other, tried foods from across the country, danced, and sang together. More updates to come, stay tuned. #MNUC2024 #culture #CulturalDiversity #CulturalCelebration #culturalweek2024
National Substance Use Prevention Week
During this week MNUC fraternity came together to campaign against substance abuse in our communities resonating with the theme "National Substance Use Prevention Week". Thorough framework was put in place and needed collaborations. MNUC takes part in campaigning against this vice. IT IS NEVER TOO LATE TO CHANGE.
REVISION OF CHOICES FOR PLACEMENT TO UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES 2024
The KUCCPS application portal is open for the First Revision of applicants’ choices for placement to Universities, TVET Institutions, Teacher Training Colleges (TTCs) and the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC). The portal will close on April 4, 2024. Target: Applicants who have not secured any of their choices submitted in February/March 2024. 2023 KCSE examination candidates with C+ and above who did not apply for Degree Programmes during the February/March [...]
SPAS Hackathon, 2nd-4th Feb 2024
MNUC held its first ever hackathon in 2024! Dubbed the "HACK IT 2024 Student Hackathon", spearheaded by the Chairperson ,Department of Computing and Information Technology, Dr. Cyprian Ratemo Makiya, the event will run from today and conclude this Sunday, 4th Feb 2024. We extend our deepest gratitude to the partnering team from AFRALTI, iLabAfrica (Strathmore University) and Waziup IoT led by Mr. Solomon Kamau, Mr. Oscar Onyango, Mr. Mr. Joseph [...]
Mutomo landowners to get millions in Mama Ngina University expansion plan
In Summary • The land was acquired by the government to pave way for the expansion of Mama Ngina University. • The university was constructed in 2019 on 10.3 acres and the management has been seeking 40 acres for expansion. Each of the 191 property owners will receive a minimum of Sh10 million for their quarter-acre plots A dispute over the compensation of land to allow for [...]
Join and Subscribe To MNUC News!
Get the lastest info about our programs, news, careers and other opportunities
Get Social