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Our History

Our Journey • Since 2000

Our History & Growth

Every institution has a story. Ours began with a vision to provide quality higher education grounded in Christian values. Select an era below to explore key milestones, achievements, and developments that continue to shape Kabarak University.

2026
21 January 2026

Gold Award Presentation Ceremony at State House

Fourteen Kabarak University students received the prestigious President's Award Kenya Gold Award. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Henry Kiplangat received a Certificate of Appreciation as PA-K Unit Patron, while Mr. David Langat was recognised for his mentorship.

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2025
23 December 2025

Africa Champions Awards

Kabarak University was named Best Performing Higher Learning Institution in Kenya at the 2025 Africa Champions Awards. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Henry Kiptiony Kiplangat also received the Most Visionary Higher Learning Institution CEO award.

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19 December 2025

21st Graduation Ceremony

Kabarak University held its 21st Congregation and Graduation Ceremony for the conferment of degrees and award of diplomas.

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5 December 2025

Kenya Red Cross Society Recognition

The Kabarak University Red Cross Chapter was honoured as the Top Chapter in Kenya.

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29 November 2025

Company of the Year Awards

Kabarak University featured prominently at the 2025 COYA Awards, where the Vice-Chancellor was crowned Overall CEO of the Year in Leadership and Emotional Intelligence.

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11 November 2025

EAC Regional Quality Awards

Kabarak University was crowned Overall Company of the Year at the 2025 East African Community Regional Quality Awards.

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10 October 2025

THE World University Rankings 2026

Kabarak University was ranked the top private university and fifth best overall in Kenya in the 2026 Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

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2024
10 September 2024

Partnership with Nanjing Agricultural University

Kabarak University partnered with Nanjing Agricultural University (NAU) to launch a comprehensive Chinese Language Teaching Programme.

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2023
6 October 2023

Nakuru City Campus & TVET Launch

The University officially opened the Nakuru City Campus Complex and launched the Kabarak University TVET Institute.

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January 2023

UNESCO Chair Establishment

Received approval from UNESCO to establish a UNESCO Chair on Culture and Arts in Education for Sustainable Education.

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2022
Technical inspection of Kabarak University Nakuru City Campus
2 November 2022

Technical Inspection of Nakuru City Campus

The Commission for University Education conducted a technical inspection of Kabarak University Nakuru City Campus.

Kabarak University Nakuru City Campus complex
9 June 2022

Opening of New Nakuru City Campus Complex

The University opened its new Nakuru City Campus complex, expanding its facilities in Nakuru.

2020
The late Daniel Toroitich Arap Moi
2 February 2020

Passing of the Founding Chancellor

The Second President of Kenya and Founding Chancellor of Kabarak University, H.E. Daniel Toroitich Arap Moi, passed away.

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Hon. Senator Dr. Gideon K. T. Moi
July 2020

Installation of Second Chancellor

Hon. Senator Dr. Gideon K. T. Moi was installed as the Second Chancellor of Kabarak University.

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2016–2018
December 2017

Vice-Chancellor Inauguration & ISO Certification

Prof. Henry Kiptiony Kiplangat was inaugurated as the 5th Vice-Chancellor. The university also achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification.

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2016

Launch of Medical & Music Schools

Kabarak University launched the School of Medicine and Health Sciences, the School of Pharmacy, and the School of Music and Performing Arts.

Charter Ceremony Highlights

Watch the historic moment when Kabarak University was granted its University Charter by President Mwai Kibaki on 16th May 2008.

2014
Kabarak University Online Centre
November 2014

Launch of Kabarak ODeL Centre

Kabarak University Online (KABUO) was officially opened by Founding Chancellor H.E. Daniel T. arap Moi, offering online training across Africa.

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2008–2011
16 May 2008

Award of University Charter

Kabarak University was awarded its Charter by H.E. Mwai Kibaki, 3rd President of Kenya, making it a fully-fledged accredited university.

2009–2010

School of Law & Postgraduate Studies

Launched the Institute of Postgraduate Studies (2009) and the School of Law (2010) to expand professional degree programs.

2000–2002
October 2000

Establishment & Letter of Interim

Established by the 2nd President of Kenya, H.E. Daniel T. Arap Moi, as a visionary Christian university. Received a Letter of Interim in October 2000.

2002

First Academic Admissions

Opened its doors to the first batch of undergraduate students, establishing core academic programs built on moral principles.

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Our Moral Code

As members of Kabarak University family, we purpose at all times and in all places, to set apart in one s heart, Jesus as Lord. (1 Peter 3:15)

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Located 20 Kilometres (12mi) from Nakuru City CBD, along the Nakuru  Eldama Ravine road.

P.o private bag 20157, Kabarak.

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