The National Land Commission has granted Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology 7.6 hectares of land in Webuye, Bungoma County to advance the institution’s education and environment.
This follows after the University did a formal request on October 7, 2024, seeking ownership documents for the land to support institutional growth.
The Commission approved the request under sections 15, 16, 17 and 18 of the land Act, 2012 and directed that a reservation order on the said land be published in the Kenya Gazette, before transfer procedures commence.
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“This is a major milestone for the University’s strategic growth. MMUST is committed to delivering quality higher education and having this land will enhance our efforts to not only expand learning facilities and research initiatives, but also promote our greening initiative. We pledge full adherence to the terms of this reservation,” stated the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Solomon Shibairo, as he officially announced the news in his Office on June 30, 2025.
The land will be used to develop academic and research infrastructure, student facilities and other essential installations aimed at expanding access to higher education and strengthening MMUST’s regional footprint.
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Adherence to environmental and sustainability guidelines will include ensuring at least 10% tree cover, conducting environmental impact assessments, adopting climate-smart technologies, and complying with circular economy principles such as reuse, recycling, and waste elimination.
The land allocation serves as a significant contribution towards university’s long-term strategy to boost its expansion efforts by enhancing learning spaces and community based academic programs while pursuing the sustainable development agenda of the Country.
By Brian Ndigo
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