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University of Nairobi Final Year Journalism Students’ Inaugural Film Festival.

February 15, 2024:  The University of Nairobi's Department of Journalism hosted its first-ever Film Festival on Wednesday, February 15, 2024, showcasing the exceptional work of their final year students. The event whose theme was "Documentary Storytelling as a Catalyst for Social Transformation," saw over 25 documentaries tackling diverse social issues and human narratives come to life in the Chandaria Auditorium, UON Towers.

Botched: A Play by the Theatre of the Absurd Exposes dark secrets, empowers young voices on sexual health

December 19, 2023:  The University of Nairobi's Taifa Hall became a stage for raw truth and poignant exploration last week from 8th to 9th December, 2023 with the captivating drama "Botched," presented by the renowned Theatre of the Absurd; A joint initiative of the Faculty of Law and Department of Journalism, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. This powerful production, transcending mere entertainment, tackled critical issues of sexual and reproductive health, leaving a lasting impact on students and young audiences across borders.

DOJMC UON STUDENTS VISIT MAKERERE UNIVERSITY JOURNALISM AND COMMUNICATION DEPARTMENT

December 18, 2023: 

Dr. Aisha Nakiwala, Head of the Department of Journalism and Communication at Makerere University, poses for a photo with students from the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Nairobi. From left to right: Kairu Karega, Jecinta Mwangi, Dr. Nakiwala, Dr. Marjorie, Hope Nabalayo, and Mercy Omondi.

ST. PAUL'S UNIVERSITY VISITS DOJMC

November 2, 2023:  The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, University of Nairobi receives visitors from St. Paul's University, Department of Media Studies. They were lead by the Head of Department, Dr. Susan Mwangi (centre), Mr. Heshbon Wainaina (far right), Studio Manager and Christine Wariga (Second from the right) Studio Technician. They were received by The Chair, Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, University of Nairobi Prof. Silas Oriaso (second from left) and UNC TV and Radio Studio Manager, Mr. Fred Ogutu (left).

PROF TOMMY TSE VISITS DOJMC

October 24, 2023:  Tommy Tse, Associate Professor (centre) at Media Studies Department, University of Amsterdam visits the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, University of Nairobi. He was met by the Chair, Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, University of Nairobi Prof Silas Odongo Oriaso (left) and Prof. Ndeti Ndati (right), immediate former Chair of the same Department.