Higher education access, youth development, research capacity, economic growth
Kaimosi Friends University College Expansion
Expansion of Kaimosi Friends University College in Vihiga County with new academic facilities and student accommodation.
AnnouncedJanuary 1, 2016
StartedJune 1, 2017
Expected CompletionDecember 31, 2026
Financials
Offering PriceKsh 800,000,000KES
Timeline
Expansion Program Initiated
Construction of new academic facilities began at Kaimosi campus
Contractors
MMUST University Management
Implementing AgencyParent university overseeing expansion project
Politicians Involved
Wilber Ottichilo
GovernorSupported university expansion for Vihiga's youth development
Benefits
Description
Kaimosi Friends University College, a constituent college of Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST), is undergoing expansion in Hamisi sub-county, Vihiga County. The expansion includes construction of new lecture halls, science laboratories, an administration block, student hostels, and sports facilities. The college was established at the historic Kaimosi mission station founded by Quakers in 1902. The expansion is critical for providing higher education access in one of Kenya's smallest but most densely populated counties. Kaimosi is also known for its agricultural research contributions.
Overview
Provides university education access in Kenya's second-smallest county, built on historic Quaker mission grounds