New KU Vice-Chancellor John Okumu Unveils AI-Driven Blueprint to Restore Sustainability and Global Competitiveness
By Bruno Aero Family Media Staff Writer, NAIROBI, Kenya Kenyatta University has entered a new era of transformation after its newly appointed Vice-Chancellor, Prof. John Okumu, unveiled an ambitious reform agenda anchored on artificial intelligence, innovation, financial sustainability and enhanced academic excellence. Prof. Okumu, who officially assumed office as the university’s substantive Vice-Chancellor after serving in an acting capacity, said his administration would focus on repositioning KU as a globally competitive institution capable of responding to emerging challenges in higher education. Speaking during his installation ceremony held under the theme “Forging Ahead in Unity, Excellence, Sustainability and Greater Global Impact,” Prof. Okumu said technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), would play a central role in modernising university operations, improving learning outcomes and strengthening research. He said the university must...
