It is a time to celebrate. The University of Nairobi marks 50 years since it was transformed into the first national University in Kenya on July 1, 1970.

The University of Nairobi owes its origin to several developments in higher education within the country and the region. The idea of an institution for higher learning in Kenya goes back to 1947 when the Kenya Government drew up a plan for the establishment of a technical and commercial institute in Nairobi.

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Research, Innovation and Enterprise (DVC-RIE) wishes to inform all university faculty and staff, past and present nominations for the 50 Years of Excellence Outstanding Achiever Awards are now open.