Amref International University (AMIU) 6th Graduation Ceremony held on July 12, 2025/HANDOUTAmref International University (AMIU) has marked a transformative chapter in its journey with the dual celebration of its 6th Graduation Ceremony and the official unveiling of its ultra-modern Northlands Campus in Ruiru, Nairobi.
The landmark event, themed “Localising Innovations to Strengthen Primary Health Care in Africa,” brought together government dignitaries, development partners, faculty, students, and alumni.
Former First Lady Margaret Kenyatta, who graced the occasion, led the celebrations with a powerful message on the future of healthcare in Africa.
In a gesture underscoring her ongoing commitment to health education and equity, the former First Lady awarded 10 fully-funded scholarships to support outstanding students pursuing careers in health sciences.
The scholarships aim to bolster the continent’s health workforce by nurturing talent dedicated to community-centered care.
“This campus will be instrumental in equipping our communities with innovative, context-specific solutions,” said Mrs. Kenyatta.
“Your role is clear: innovate, advance research, and deploy compassion in building health systems that are fit for Africa’s future.”
More than 400 graduates received degrees, diplomas, and certificates across various health-related disciplines, further expanding AMIU’s contribution to developing Africa’s health leaders.
The newly launched Northlands Campus—an architectural and academic milestone—has been described as a game-changer in health sciences education.
The campus boasts advanced laboratories, a technology-driven innovation hub, world-class library facilities, and modern learning spaces designed to support both in-person and virtual learning.
Prof. Joachim Osur, Vice Chancellor of AMIU, said the campus will enable the university to scale up its enrollment from 2,000 to over 10,000 students.
He emphasised the institution’s mission of delivering accessible, quality education tailored to African realities.
“At AMIU, we focus on community-based education, ensuring our students are equipped with the skills to tackle health challenges in real-life contexts,” Prof. Osur said.
The expansion of AMIU has been supported by key philanthropic and institutional partnerships, including contributions from MacKenzie Scott and the Kenyatta Family.
Their support has helped solidify AMIU’s role as a regional center for health education and innovation.
Dr. Githinji Gitahi, Group CEO of Amref Health Africa, highlighted the importance of African-led solutions to African health challenges.
“Africa’s resilience in healthcare must be driven by contextually relevant education and collaborative partnerships,” he noted.
“By working together, we can ensure sustainable, localised solutions to the pressing health challenges of our time.”
Founded in 2017, AMIU is a constituent of Amref Health Africa, a Pan-African organization with over 65 years of experience in public and community health.
The university offers a wide array of programs, including
postgraduate, undergraduate, diploma, certificate, and Continuing Professional
Development (CPD) courses—all designed to shape the next generation of African
health professionals.
