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Change looms at varsity as Prof Kiama sent on leave

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University of Nairobi Vice Chancellor Prof. Stephen Gitahi Kiama when he appeared before the Public Investments Committee on Education & Governance at the Parliament Buildings, Nairobi. [Elvis Ogina,Standard]

The University of Nairobi is undergoing a leadership transition as Vice Chancellor Prof Stephen Kiama has been sent on leave, pending his exit.

According to an internal communication from the university's council chairman, Prof Amukoa Anangwe, the decision was made during a meeting on April 19, where Prof Kiama was given a six-month leave, effective immediately.

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