In a landmark meeting today at Kaimosi Friends University, the university management, led by Acting Vice Chancellor Prof. Peter Mwita, came together with local community leaders to discuss the progress of formalizing a collaborative partnership aimed at addressing crucial issues affecting both the university and the surrounding community.

The meeting, which brought together participants from both the university and the local leadership, focused on developing initiatives that will strengthen the connection between the university and the local population. The goal is to bridge the gap between higher education and the practical needs of the community, fostering mutual growth and development.

Prof. Mwita expressed appreciation for the support and cohesion that the community has shown in coexisting with the university, emphasizing the importance of this partnership. "Today, we are excited to meet the members of our community and discuss the progress of establishing linkages and entering into a memorandum of understanding, marking the beginning of a new chapter for both the university and the community," Prof. Mwita stated.

A key part of the collaboration involves the university’s commitment to supporting the community, including the fencing of the Kaimosi Cultural Shrine and the erection of a gate in the area. The Acting Vice Chancellor also assured the community that the university would support the planting of indigenous trees in the region.

From Left: Prof. Kipkurgat DVC AFP&D, Prof. Mwita Ag. VC, Mzee Imbugwa Chairman Tiriki Culture Organization and Mr. Isigi.
Standing: Dr. Amukowa, Mr Rugut, Mr. Andega and Nyakanga

Mzee Samson Muswahili Imbugwa, Chairman of the Tiriki Culture Organization in Siekuti village, expressed gratitude on behalf of the community. "As leaders of our community, we sincerely thank the university leadership for the continued support you have always offered us. As we prepare for our upcoming Kaptech Tiriki Culture, we request that you continue to support us," he said.

Mzee Imbugwa reflected on the university's growth, saying, "We have seen the university grow from a small college to a large institution. We need real partnerships that will help our community, especially the youth, to grow, improve farming, and acquire the skills necessary for a better future."

This meeting marks a significant step forward in fostering stronger ties between Kaimosi Friends University and its surrounding community, highlighting the potential for meaningful collaborations that benefit both higher education and local development