The University of Nairobi marked another significant milestone in advancing industry-oriented education, following the successful completion of the Company Series Circuit Cohort 3 under the Engineering and Science Complex (ESC) Industry-Academia Pillar. The programme culminated on Friday, January 10, 2026, with over 100 students from the Faculties of Engineering and Science & Technology graduating from the intensive professional development initiative.

The University of Nairobi, through the AFRETEC Pathways to Opportunities pillar, on Monday, 16th March 2026, opened the AFRETEC Makerthon 2026, marking the beginning of a five-day innovation sprint that brought together student innovators from leading African and global universities.

 As part of the Engineering and Science Complex (ESC) Company Series Program, in collaboration with the African Engineering and Technology (Afretec) Project, 20 University of Nairobi students visited the Kenya Space Agency (KSA) on 3rd March 2026 for an eye-opening industry experience.