Ruto Awards International Leadership University Charter, Calls for Global Standards in Higher Education

The charter was presented during a ceremony at State House, Nairobi, on Thursday, marking the culmination of the institution's journey towards recognition as a fully fledged university.

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 5 – President William Ruto has formally awarded a university charter to the International Leadership University (ILU), granting the institution full university status in a milestone for Kenya’s private higher education sector.

Speaking during the ceremony, Ruto said the government was committed to ensuring that university education in Kenya meets international standards while supporting the country’s development priorities.

He emphasised that universities must go beyond academic instruction to nurture responsible, disciplined and visionary graduates capable of contributing meaningfully to society.

“Beyond imparting knowledge, the institution plays an important role in nurturing responsible, disciplined and visionary leaders equipped to make a positive contribution to society,” Ruto said.

Source: Capital FM