Nakuru, Njoro- 20th July, 2026.
A delegation from Naijing Agricultural University (NAU) - China today paid a courtesy call to Egerton University’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Isaac Kibwage. The visit aimed to discuss
establishing a China-Kenya joint laboratory focused on crop molecular biology, a venture set to enhance research and technological exchange between the two institutions.
During the meeting, representatives from NAU led by Prof. Pan Leiqing and Prof. Li Yuan highlighted their commitment to ensuring the joint venture of establishing crop molecular Biology laboratory is realized and which will help in fostering innovative solutions to global agricultural challenges through molecular biology techniques.
This collaboration will largely involve other line institutions like the China Institute for Science and Technology where students both undergraduate and postgraduate will acquire sponsorship for training and research.
They emphasized the potential of the joint laboratory to facilitate capacity building, and knowledge transfer, particularly in crop improvement programs vital for food security.
On behalf of the Vice Chancellor Prof. Isaac Kibwage, DVC- Academic Affairs Prof. Bernard Aduda said this strong collaboration is for the mutual benefit of the two Institutions. Prof. Aduda noted that NAU is a long time and a strong partner of Egerton University and the cordial relations has seen the two institutions grow bigger and better in areas of joint programming, Research, agricultural extension and capacity building.
The DVC thanked the good work NAU is doing in collaboration especially on scholarships for needy students and that Egerton University Management will give full support to this joint collaboration to make it a reality.
He said establishing a crop molecular Laboratory aligns with Egerton University's strategic goals of advancing agricultural sciences and fostering international partnerships.
Also present were; Prof. Arnold Opiyo- Director Confucius Institute and Prof. Mary Omwamba
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