Egerton University took part in the November 30 to 4 December 2025 International Conference on Drylands, Deserts and Desertification (DDD). The conference was held at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev in Israel.Held under the theme “Sustainable Drylands – Shaping Humanity’s Future,” the theme spoke directly to global challenges facing dryland regions. These challenges include climate change, water scarcity, food insecurity, and land degradation.The conference brought together scientists, policymakers, development practitioners, and academics. Participants came from different regions of the world. They shared research, experiences, and policy ideas on dryland management.

Egerton University today hosted a high-level delegation from the Chinese Centre for Language Education and Cooperation (CLEC), marking a significant step in strengthening academic partnerships and advancing Chinese language education at the institution.

A fireside panel on Transformative Education at the 21st RUFORUM Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Gaborone, Botswana, has provided a critical space for discussing the systemic reforms required to make higher education in Africa truly transformative.

Professor Isaac Kibwage, the Vice Chancellor of Egerton University, today hosted the Indian Deputy High Commissioner to Kenya Suship Prasad during a distinguished visit to the campus.
The visit aimed to strengthen the longstanding ties between Kenya and India, focusing on educational collaboration and cultural exchange.

Professor Kibwage welcomed the High Commissioner with a tour of the university's facilities, highlighting ongoing partnerships and future opportunities for student exchanges and research collaborations.

The meeting concluded with an engaging discussion on fostering deeper cooperation , emphasizing the importance of academic ties for mutual growth.

The VC and High Commissioner shared a commitment to exchange programmes, discussed ways to strengthen collaboration through joint research projects and knowledge sharing.