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Vice-Chancellor@CUK retweeted
At the invitation of Her Excellency XU Xiaoping, Chancellor / Secretary of the CPC Committee, University of Science and Technology Beijing (USTB), I attended the BRIDGE Forum 2026 (Belt and Road: Innovation, Dialogue, Growth and Exchange) held in Beijing, as Guest of Honor and Keynote Speaker.
Vice-Chancellor@CUK retweeted
BRIDGE Forum 2026 (Belt and Road: Innovation, Dialogue, Growth and Exchange)
At the invitation of Her Excellency XU Xiaoping, Chancellor/Secretary of the CPC Committee, University of Science and Technology Beijing (USTB), our Chancellor, @benchitunga attended the BRIDGE Forum 2026 (Belt and Road: Innovation, Dialogue, Growth and Exchange) held on 23 October 2026 in Beijing, as Guest of Honor and Keynote Speaker.
Building on its previous editions, the Forum brought together university leaders, researchers, representatives of international organizations and industry partners to advance cooperation in scientific innovation, higher education, people-to-people exchange and sustainable development. In his remarks, Dr. Chitunga shared perspectives on the critical link between higher education, innovation, and development finance as the world approaches the final years of the 2030 Agenda, underscoring the role of universities in international development.
USTB and CUK envisage embarking on discussions for international cooperation to deepen research and academia.
#CUKRising #CUKat10
SACCO SOCIETIES REGULATORY AUTHORITY (SASRA) AND THE CO-OPERATIVE UNIVERSITY OF KENYA (CUK) STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP
@SASRA_ke and @CoopVarsityKE are two foundational institutions in Kenya's co-operative movement. One as the regulator, and the other as the capacity-building engine.
Their partnership is a must and is critical for the Kenyan economy.
I accompanied our Chancellor, @benchitunga, to pay a courtesy call on the @SASRA_ke Chief Executive Officer, CPA David Amiani Sandagi, and two Board Members of the Authority.
We engaged on deepening partnership around:
Capacity building and professional certification for the SACCO sector
Development of the Muongozi Leadership Guidelines / Playbook
Student attachment, internship and graduate placement
Joint technical assistance and resource mobilization for sector reforms, governance and financial inclusion
The University and SASRA will now embark on the development of a Framework of Cooperation that will serve as the roadmap for this renewed strategic partnership.
#CUKRising #CUKat10
Vice-Chancellor@CUK retweeted
COURTESY CALL TO H.E. GUO HAIYAN, AMBASSADOR OF THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA TO KENYA, AND INVITATION AS CHIEF GUEST FOR THE CO-OPERATIVE UNIVERSITY OF KENYA GRADUATION CEREMONY
This morning, accompanied by Vice-Chancellor Prof. Kamau Ngamau, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic Affairs) Prof. Isaac Nyamongo and Senior Advisor Susan Mugwe, I paid a courtesy call on Her Excellency Ambassador Guo Haiyan, with the honour of inviting her as Chief Guest during our upcoming Co-operative University of Kenya Graduation Ceremony.
During our meeting, we held strategic discussions on collaboration and support towards the Chancellor's Legacy Programme, namely:
1. Endowment Fund and Chancellor's Scholarship Programme;
2. Co-operative University TVET Expansion Programme;
3. International Exchange Programme and collaboration with Chinese organisations and universities; and
4. Following approval by Cabinet, the establishment of the Africa Horticulture Centre to be incubated by the Co-operative University of Kenya @CoopVarsityKE , and support from the People's Republic of China to operationalise it.
I thank Her Excellency Ambassador Guo @AmbGuoHaiyan for the strategic conversation and for graciously accepting the invitation. @mugwe_s @vc_cuk @Prof_IKNyamongo @ChineseEmbKenya
Vice-Chancellor@CUK retweeted
UNICEF KENYA AND CO-OPERATIVE UNIVERSITY OF KENYA STRATEGIC ENGAGEMENT ON TVET EXPANSION AND CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE
Today at the UN Complex in Gigiri, we paid a courtesy call on UNICEF Kenya team led by Country Representative Dr. Shaheen Nilofer.
We held fruitful discussions on youth skills development, employability and innovation — centered on The Co-operative University of Kenya TVET Expansion Programme and Centre of Excellence. We explored aligning UNICEF's youth empowerment agenda with co-operative education model to equip young people with practical, entrepreneurial and green skills.
Grateful to Dr. Nilofer and the UNICEF Kenya team for the warm reception.
Vice-Chancellor@CUK retweeted
Our @vc_cuk, 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳. 𝗞𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘂 𝗡𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘂, receives the @CoopVarsityKE official Anthem from @ckmburugu, the Registrar (Finance, Planning, and Administration). #CUKat10
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Vice-Chancellor@CUK retweeted
"Marking a decade since receiving its charter, @CoopVarsityKE has opened a new chapter in professional learning through the launch of its Digital Learning, Certification and Professional Development Platform. Anchored in the CUK Leadership Academy and aligned with the University's Development Plan 2026–2036, the platform will expand access to flexible, quality-assured short courses, executive education, and professional certifications." 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳. 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗡. 𝗚𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘂, Deputy Vice Chancellor (Finance, Planning, and Administration). #CUKat10
Vice-Chancellor@CUK retweeted
"As @CoopVarsityKE celebrates the 10th Charter Award Anniversary, the Alumni Association reaffirms its commitment to strengthening the institution’s future through sustainable contributions to the Endowment Fund, structured mentorship, internships, and career opportunities. Alumni remain vital partners in advancing CUK's growth, empowering students and preserving its legacy." CPA @solotsa, the @CUKAA_Official Chairperson. #CUKat10
Vice-Chancellor@CUK retweeted
Speaking at the 10th Charter Award Anniversary Celebrations, our @vc_cuk, Prof. Kamau Ngamau, said that @CoopVarsityKE's milestones and achievements over the decade since H.E. President Uhuru Kenyatta awarded the charter reflect the collective discipline and effort of the council, management, staff, students, and partners of the University. #CUKat10
Vice-Chancellor@CUK retweeted
"Celebrating a decade of excellence, @CoopVarsityKE proudly marks its 10th Charter Anniversary with remarkable governance and performance milestones. Our excellent rating in the 2024/2025 Performance Contracting evaluation, which ranked the university third among the public universities, underscores its commitment to accountability, prudent resource management, and institutional excellence. Guided by our 2026–2036 Development Plan, the University looks forward to an even brighter future of academic excellence, innovation and transformative impact." Dr. Jeremy Bundi, University Council Chairperson. #CUKat10
Vice-Chancellor@CUK retweeted
@DrOparanya, the Cabinet Secretary for the 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼, 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘂𝗺 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲𝘀 (𝗠𝗦𝗠𝗘𝘀) 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 and our Chief Guestat the 10th Charter Award Anniversary Celebrations expressed that @CoopVarsityKE is celebrated as a strategic national institution shaping the future of Kenya’s co-operative movement. In his official address, Hon. Oparanya highlighted the Government's deliberate efforts to support the University in expanding partnerships and a digital short-course and certification platform, which can extend professional development to co-operatives nationwide. #CUKat10
Vice-Chancellor@CUK retweeted
Speaking at the 10th Charter Award Anniversary Celebrations, Samuel Owino, the Students' President of @CoopVarsityKE, highlighted that the institution celebrates a decade of transformation, and students reaffirmed their commitment to academic excellence, integrity, innovation, and the spirit of cooperation. Together with alumni, management, and other stakeholders, students remain committed to shaping @CoopVarsityKE's next decade through meaningful partnerships, greater opportunities, and lasting societal impact. #CUKat10
Vice-Chancellor@CUK retweeted
"Anniversaries are never simply a reflection of time; they are moments of reflection, accountability, and renewal. @CoopVarsityKE stands at a defining moment in our history, a moment when an institution moves from establishment to significance, from proving its legitimacy to defining its leadership, and begins to determine how far it can go." @benchitunga, Chancellor. #CUKat10
Vice-Chancellor@CUK retweeted
The opening remarks by @Prof_IKNyamongo, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academics, Co-operative Development, Research, and Innovation), reflected on @CoopVarsityKE's trajectory to empower communities by building capacity and attracting research grants and funding from our development partners over the past 10 years. #CUKat10
Vice-Chancellor@CUK retweeted
At the ongoing 10th Charter Award Anniversary Celebrations, our Chief Guest, @DrOparanya, Cabinet Secretary for the 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼, 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘂𝗺 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲𝘀 (𝗠𝗦𝗠𝗘𝘀) 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, officially launches the Digital Learning, Certification and Professional Development Platform of @CoopVarsityKE. #CUKat10
Vice-Chancellor@CUK retweeted
Our University leadership, led by Chancellor @benchitunga, receives the Chief Guest of the 10th Charter Award Anniversary Celebrations 𝗛𝗼𝗻. 𝗙𝗖𝗣𝗔 @DrOparanya𝗮, Cabinet Secretary for the 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼, 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘂𝗺 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲𝘀 (𝗠𝗦𝗠𝗘𝘀) 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, at the Safari Park Hotel. #CUKat10
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Vice-Chancellor@CUK retweeted
Today, our Chancellor at @CoopVarsityKE, @benchitunga, engaged 𝗛𝗼𝗻. 𝗙𝗖𝗣𝗔 @DrOparanya, Cabinet Secretary for the 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼, 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘂𝗺 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲𝘀 (𝗠𝗦𝗠𝗘𝘀) 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, on deepening partnerships between the Ministry and the University.
@CoopVarsityKE has been the capacity-building engine of the co-operative movement and is a critical player in the implementation of the ongoing co-operative reforms that seek to embed strong governance and scale enterprise development for the co-operative and Savings and Credit Cooperative Organisation (SACCO) sectors. #EmpoweringCommunities
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Vice-Chancellor@CUK retweeted
Earlier today, I engaged with the Senior Leadership of The Co-operative University of Kenya — Council Chair Dr. Jeremy Bundi , Vice Chancellor Prof. Kamau Ngamau, and the Alumni Chair / Police Sacco CEO Solomon Atsiaya. We celebrate their resolute, visionary and progressive leadership that continues to steer the University to greater heights. @CoopVarsityKE @vc_cuk
Vice-Chancellor@CUK retweeted
...may it be said that we chose courage over complacency.... Thank you! BC
Vice-Chancellor@CUK retweeted
Our @vc_cuk, 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳. 𝗞𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘂 𝗡𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘂 officially opened the 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲, hosted at @CoopVarsityKE's Main Campus in Karen, Nairobi. The event drew staff and students from the programme's partner institutions, including @UFSweb (𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮), @kcauniversity, @MountKenyaUni, 𝗣𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀, 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗣𝗔𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗜), and 𝗔𝘆𝗲𝗻𝗶𝘁 𝗔𝗹𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗺 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮 (𝗔𝗔𝗔).
During his official address, Prof. Ngamau welcomed all participants and highlighted that this strategic programme combines multi-disciplinary aspects of academics, leadership, sustainability learning, and cultural immersion, which are essential for understanding African problems that, beyond the lecture halls, demand immediate solutions. #EmpoweringCommunities
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