Varsity records excellent performance at trade fair

Abstract

This year, the University of Nairobi (UoN) has recorded excellent performance at the 2013 Nairobi International Trade Fair by taking the top positions in the various categories.

UoN scooped first position in seven categories, second position in three categories and third position in three categories. The University of Nairobi was named the best university stand and the best institution of higher learning in developing and advanced technology.

UoN received seven first prizes for position one from the President of the Republic of Kenya, H.E. President Uhuru Kenyatta. The best university stand and the best institution of higher learning in developing and advanced technology are among the prizes presented to the University by the President.

The University also received second prizes for the best stand in development research institution, the best stand exhibiting agronomic practices to enhance food production and security as well as the best innovation and invention stand. For the third position, the University was presented with prizes for the best research and education stand that interprets current show theme, the best stand that promotes national cohesion and integration development and the best stand embraced information technology and communication. The University has also won prizes in the farm and animal produce categories.

Various departments from the University are participating at the annual event which accords UoN a platform to share information with stakeholders among them potential students, parents and the general public on its programme and services, and its role in national development. On display at the University stands are research innovations, food crops and farm animals which are in line with this year's trade fair theme- ‘Enhancing Technology in Agriculture and Industry for Food Security and National Growth.’