Nyamira University Set for First Intake as Construction Progresses
Kisii University Vice Chancellor Prof. Nathan Ogechi said significant progress had been made since the project’s groundbreaking ceremony in October last year.
Nyamira University is set to commence its first intake, as construction progresses at its Kiabonyoru grounds in Nyamira County. The institution's Vice Chancellor, Prof. Nathan Ogechi, reported significant advancements since the groundbreaking ceremony in October last year. The project, managed by the Ministry of Defence, encompasses over 16 blocks, which will include classrooms, offices, and other essential facilities.
Construction of the three-story building for classrooms and offices is currently underway, with structural work anticipated to be complete by December, followed by final touches by February. The university has also benefited from infrastructure like a borehole, with plans to construct sanitation facilities and a perimeter gate in preparation for operations.
Prof. Ogechi announced that the university library's groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled for the following week, marking another significant milestone. The institution is in the process of being gazetted, which will enable prospective students to apply for admission. Nyamira University plans to initially operate under Kisii University before becoming an independent chartered university within approximately three years.
The ministry oversees a range of academic programs, including business, information and communication technology, agriculture, and natural resources. The university's establishment aims to broaden access to higher education for students from Nyamira and surrounding counties, generating employment opportunities and fostering economic growth within the local community.
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