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Moi University to sell German Shepherd dogs at Sh40,000, donkeys, bulls in fresh bid to ease cash crisis
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 19, 2025

The dogs, namely Tommy (female), Jimmy, Bella, and Bingo (all male), have been listed among the surplus items to be auctioned.

Moi University defends layoff of 376 staff, citing Sh8.8 billion debt crisis
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 17, 2025

The university says the retrenchment is expected to save Sh120 million each month, though MPs have questioned the legality, fairness, and timing of th...

Moi University staff cry foul over job cuts and unpaid deductions
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 13, 2025

Kenya University Staff Union, Moi University Chapter, said staff were being declared redundant without dialogue, only for their roles to be outsourced...

Staff unions demand reinstatement of 900 Moi University workers, warn of academic crisis
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 20, 2025

Wasonga demanded that the university revoke all redundancy letters and reinstate the affected workers, noting that Education Cabinet Secretary Julius...

Moi University sacks over 900 staff due to financial strain
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 15, 2025

The affected staff members, including unionised workers and lecturers, have received letters notifying them of their redundancy.

Varsities' financial crisis: Treasury proposes budget cuts for Moi, Egerton and TUK amid wage woes
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 12, 2025

According to the budget estimates, Moi University’s recurrent budget will drop from Sh3.3 billion to Sh1.96 billion in the next fiscal year.

UASU sues Moi University over planned job cuts
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 05, 2025

The union argues that the layoffs violate the agreed terms between the union and the university management, accusing the institution of bypassing prop...

Court orders reinstatement of Prof Wainaina as Kenyatta University Vice Chancellor
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 30, 2025

The Employment and Labour Relations Court declared the removal process unlawful and instructed that Prof Wainaina resume duty without delay.

UoN, KU among universities owing CUE Sh750 million debt in quality assurance fees
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 24, 2025

Appearing before the National Assembly’s Public Investment Committee on Governance and Education, CUE Chief Executive Officer Mike Kuria said the comm...

Kenya’s public universities drowning in debt as crisis worsens
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 18, 2025

Among the biggest debtors are Kenyatta University, which owes Sh12.38 billion, the University of Nairobi with Sh12.22 billion, and Jomo Kenyatta Unive...

Moi university to lay off employees amid financial challenges
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 03, 2025

The decline in student numbers has led to reduced revenue, making it challenging for the institution to meet its financial obligations, including payi...

Ruto drops Kimtai as Medical Services PS, nominates ex-kmpdu boss Ouma Oluga
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 20, 2025

Oluga previously served as the secretary-general of the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) and as chief officer of he...

Moi University Vice Chancellor sent on 8-month leave as part of sweeping leadership changes
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 01, 2025

The council has also sent two Deputy Vice Chancellors, Isaac Migeni and Henry Kiriamiti, on one-year leave as part of the sweeping leadership changes.

Hope for students and workers of troubled Moi University as new council takes charge
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 23, 2025

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba revealed on Wednesday that medical students will graduate in March this year.

Cabinet steps in to restructure Rivatex after mounting financial woes
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 21, 2025

The cabinet now seeks to revive Rivatex East Africa by implementing a restructuring plan and onboarding non-equity strategic partners.

Moi University Council gets new leadership as state moves to resolve crisis
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 18, 2025

Prof. Midamba, who had previously served as Vice-Chancellor at KCA University for over a decade, will serve a three-year term as Chairperson.

Workers at Moi University receive long-awaited salary arrears
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 17, 2025

The payment covers arrears for October, November, and December, and was disbursed on Tuesday evening.

Moi University workers resume strike after government fails to honour return-to-work agreement
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 07, 2025

The unions have directed their members to stay away from work until further instructions are issued.

Professor Dankit Nassiuma takes over as Moi University’s chancellor
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 19, 2024

Moi University, in a statement, highlighted the new chancellor’s extensive academic leadership experience and dedication to advancing the university’s...

Student charged with publishing fake posts on president funeral wants Ruto to take witness stand
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 04, 2024

Mokaya is charged with computer misuse and publishing false information about a purported funeral procession led by military personnel in ceremonial u...

Three-month strike at Moi University ends as staff sign return-to-work deal
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 30, 2024

UASU Secretary General Constantine Wasonga expressed optimism after the deal was signed, noting that while not all the workers' demands were met, the...

Moi University council announces reforms to address persistent financial woes
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 27, 2024

Recent government support has enabled the university to pay full salaries and remit deductions as of September 2024.

Moi University lecturers vow to stay off duty until Sh8.6 billion debt is settled
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 24, 2024

The lecturers, who are struggling financially, said they are also facing penalties from banks due to unpaid loans, with debt collectors actively pursu...

Tough questions awaiting Moi University officials in Sh2.2 billion fraud case
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 19, 2024

The investigation follows mounting concerns over corruption within the university, particularly regarding the handling of several construction project...

Court freezes Moi University bank accounts over Sh53.5 million owed to medics
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 18, 2024

Justice Hellen Wasilwa, presiding over the case, instructed the National Bank of Kenya’s Eldoret branch to withhold funds until the matter is resolved...

Moi University suspends UASU officials as dons' strike intensifies
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 14, 2024

The suspension follows ongoing tensions between the university management and staff unions over unpaid salary-related dues, amounting to more than Sh1...

MPs want Moi University placed under caretaker leadership as financial woes persist
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 08, 2024

Committee Chair Julius Melly, joined by fellow lawmakers, addressed striking staff at the university, assuring them of swift action to address the uni...

Cash-strapped Moi University to reopen next week as Treasury pledges Sh2.9 billion
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 28, 2024

This decision comes after significant intervention from Parliament and the Higher Education State Department.

Auditor-General tasked with investigating Moi University's Sh8 billion debt
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 09, 2024

The committee, chaired by Bumula MP Jack Wamboka, instructed Gathungu to review the university's financial dealings over the past five years and submi...

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