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The role of academia in attaining Sustainability and ClimateChange

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As researchers and knowledge creators, we are cognizant of our role in attaining sustainability and climate change through Carbon Footprint Reduction, Advocacy & Awareness, Research & Innovation, Sustainability, Corporate Social Responsibility and Collaboration.
Our VC& CEO paid a courtesy call to Eng. Festus Ng’eno – Principal Secretary at the State Department for Environment and Climate Change and Dr. Pacifica Ogola- Director of Climate Change at the State Department of Environment to deliberate on our contribution towards the attainment of the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Draft Strategic Plan 2023-2027. Eng. Festus Ng’eno is also a proud alumnus of KCA University Western Campus-Kisumu.

KCA University Strengthens Governance Through Executive Leadership Programme in London8th August 2026
KCA University strengthened its governance capacity through an executive leadership programme in London, equipping its governing bodies with global insights to drive innovation, strategic leadership, and future-ready higher education.
Why Visibility Matters More Than Ever for African Universities23rd July 2026
African universities are producing world-class research that tackles global challenges, but too much of it remains unseen. Discover why visibility, digital transformation, AI, and collaboration are becoming essential to ensuring African scholarship reaches the global audience it deserves.
What Do the Statistics Say? The Leadership Legacy of Professor Joshua Gisemba Bagaka’s22nd July 2026
For a decade, Professor Joshua Gisemba Bagaka transformed KCA University through evidence-based leadership, mentorship and an unwavering commitment to student success. His legacy lives on in the leaders he inspired, the lives he changed and the values he championed.
KCA University Celebrates 20th Graduation, Empowering the Class of July 2026 to Learn, Lead and Transform4th July 2026
KCA University celebrated its 20th graduation, empowering 2,906 graduates to learn, lead and transform through innovation, integrity and global opportunities.

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