Machakos University, formerly known as Machakos University College, is a public university located in Machakos County, Kenya. It was established in 1957 as Machakos Technical Institute and has since undergone several transformations.
In 2007, Machakos Technical Institute was upgraded to a constituent college of Kenyatta University, known as Machakos University College. Later, in 2016, it was chartered as a fully-fledged public university and renamed Machakos University.
The university offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various fields of study. These include disciplines such as business, engineering, agriculture, education, social sciences, health sciences, and information technology.
Machakos University aims to provide quality education and training, promote research and innovation, and contribute to the social, economic, and technological development of Kenya. The university also emphasizes community engagement and strives to foster partnerships and collaborations with local communities, industries, and organizations.
The campus of Machakos University is situated in Machakos town, which is approximately 63 kilometers southeast of Nairobi, the capital city of Kenya. The university’s facilities include classrooms, laboratories, libraries, sports fields, and student hostels.
Machakos University is recognized as one of the institutions of higher learning in Kenya and contributes to the country’s education sector by providing opportunities for academic advancement and professional development.