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It was pomp and colour at Zetech University’s Thika Road Campus, as the institution launched its Service Charter. In the conviction that Zetech University was founded through God’s inspiration to serve the public as an educational institution, the University gave its solemn pledge to serve the public as expected in the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and in line with our Core Values of Commitment to Excellence, Integrity, Customer Focus, Teamwork and Innovation. Lecturers and staff working at universities have a duty to efficiently serve students to facilitate smooth learning and quality installation of critical skills of problem-solving, the value of hard work, the importance of peace and harmony, and effective communication, among other skills. Speaking during the launch of the university’s Service Charter document, Prof. Munene maintained that quality service provision is intentional, not coincidental and that all staff should conform to the laid down policies to offer quality to all students. On its part, the University Management pledged to support staff in carrying out their duties effectively.

Zetech University has signed a pact with the University of Juba that will see both institutions collaborate in academic and research cooperation. The Memorandum of Understanding(MoU) comes after Prof. John Akec, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Juba returned a courtesy visit made by Prof. Njenga Munene, the Vice-Chancellor of Zetech University to explore the possible areas of collaboration between the two institutions Prof. John Akec, the Vice-Chancellor and Prof. Rev. Milton Lado, the Director of International Affairs at the University of Juba signed a pact with Zetech University that will see both institutions launch joint programs in Hospitality and Tourism among other mutually beneficial projects. Speaking after signing the pact, Prof. Njenga Munene explained that the MoU would mid-wife the birth of a wide range of collaborations including staff and student exchanges, joint University curriculums and joint research and consultancies together. Both institutions intend to kickstart training between the two countries this year and hope that the engagement will strengthen the diplomatic relations between Kenya and South Sudan. On his part, Prof. John Akec lauded the move by Zetech University to seek academic partnerships outside of Kenya and expressed optimism about the success of the MoU Prof. John Akec, the Vice-Chancellor and Prof. Rev. Milton Lado, the Director of International Affairs at the University of Juba signed a pact with Zetech University that will see both institutions launch joint programs in Hospitality and Tourism among other mutually beneficial projects. Speaking after signing the pact, Prof. Njenga Munene explained that the MoU would mid-wife the birth of a wide range of collaborations “This MoU will open doors to opportunities such as staff and student exchanges, joint University curriculums and joint research and consultancies together. Both institutions intend to kickstart training between the two countries this year and hope that the engagement will strengthen the diplomatic relations between Kenya and South Sudan,” said Prof. Njenga. On his part, Prof. John Akec lauded the move by Zetech University to seek academic partnerships outside of Kenya and expressed optimism about the success of the MoU. “I commend Zetech University for reaching out to us and initiating this MoU and look forward to successful projects with Zetech under the leadership of Prof. Njenga Munene,” noted Prof. Akec.

Zetech University has unveiled its first Master of Business Administration (MBA) course in its sustained bid to develop market driven courses that are in line with the needs of the job market in various learning areas. The MBA is hoped to equip graduates with competencies in key areas such as entrepreneurship and innovation, finance and investment, business intelligence and analytics, human resource management, procurement and logistics, and strategic management. According to Vice-Chancellor Prof Njenga Munene, the MBA was developed following a high demand for a course that produces leaders who are change-makers in their areas of specialization in management. “Our institution has been on a steady “Our institution has been on a steady journey that has seen us grow from a diploma offering college to a fully commissioned degree offering University. This has given us a deep understanding ofhigher education and its market needs. Now that we have launched our MBA, we will begin working on our Ph.D. so that the chain is complete,” said Prof Njenga. The institution involved the commission for University Education (CUE), key industry players, and stakeholders from the inception to the launch of its MBA, to ensure that the MBA satisfies the current industry needs. Among these stakeholders are Samchi Group of companies, the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) and the Institute of Human Resource.

Zetech has held its first Disability Awareness day in an effort to encourage disability inclusivity and end stigma among students. Speaking during a disability awareness forum organized by Zetech University, education, humanitarian organizations representatives among other stakeholders rooted for inclusiveness of disabled persons in educational institutions and workplaces for them to feel being part of the nation builders. Zetech University Vice-Chancellor Professor Njenga Munene pointed out the need to continue supporting the local community by engaging in activities that help improve their status in the community. The University has been at the forefront in innovating solutions to help disabled persons live meaningful lives by implementing a disability mainstreaming policy that provides a framework for identifying and removing any structural, organizational, physical, and attitudinal barriers for persons with disabilities. “Zetech University is on a journey to becoming a disability-inclusive institution, where all students will be able to invent their future from a level playing field. One of our innovators, founder, and CEO TotoSci Holding limited; Anthony Muthungu invented the intelligent Alex cane to enhance convenience among visually impaired people. As an institution whose stronghold is ICT and innovation, we are on a journey to ensure that the University practices and facilities are not intentionally or involuntarily discriminatory, or present unnecessary barriers to students and staff.