About JKUAT Alumni Association
Our history, mission, leadership and constitution.
Our Mission
To unite JKUAT graduates globally, foster lifelong learning, and channel alumni expertise toward the advancement of the university, our communities, and Kenya's development agenda.
Our Vision
To be the most impactful alumni association in East Africa — a powerhouse network that transforms lives, drives innovation, and elevates the JKUAT brand worldwide.
Our Values
- 🤝 Ubuntu — We rise by lifting others
- 🔬 Innovation — JKUAT spirit of science and technology
- 🌍 Pan-Africanism — Proud Kenyan, proud African
- 🏛️ Integrity — Transparency in all we do
- 🎓 Excellence — Honouring our academic heritage
A Brief History
Founded
JKUAT Alumni Association established following the university's attainment of full university status. The founding chapter met at the Juja campus with 47 charter members.
First Diaspora Chapter
The United Kingdom chapter becomes the first international JKUAT Alumni chapter, serving graduates in Europe.
Annual Gala Launched
The iconic JKUAT Alumni Annual Gala is inaugurated, becoming the premier networking event in the Kenyan tech and agriculture calendar.
Scholarship Fund
The Alumni Scholarship Fund is established, providing bursaries to deserving JKUAT students from humble backgrounds.
Digital Transformation
Launch of the first online alumni portal, connecting over 8,000 registered graduates across 12 countries.
SDG Alignment
Association formally aligns its programmes to Kenya's Big 4 Agenda and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Platform v2
Launch of the new integrated alumni management system with M-Pesa payments, mentorship matching, and real-time event check-in.
Our Constitution
The association is governed by a constitution ratified by the general membership. Key provisions include:
Membership
Open to all JKUAT graduates and former students. Associate membership available to current staff and friends of the university.
Elections
National Executive Committee elected every two years by paid-up members at the Annual General Meeting. Positions include President, Vice President, Secretary General, and Treasurer.
Finances
Annual subscriptions, events revenue, and corporate partnerships fund activities. Accounts independently audited. M-Pesa and bank transfers accepted.
Chapters
Chapters established in counties, cities, or countries with at least 20 registered members. Each chapter governed by an elected committee.
AGM
Annual General Meeting held each year. Extraordinary General Meetings called by the President or petition of 25% of paid-up members.
Disputes
Disputes resolved through an internal Dispute Resolution Committee. External arbitration available under Kenyan law.
Current Board
Board member profiles will appear here once configured by the administrator.
Our Partners
We work with leading institutions, corporates, and development organisations to create opportunities for our members.
Principal partner and alma mater
Digital skills and tech programmes
M-Pesa payments and digital inclusion
Business development and mentorship
Youth employment and entrepreneurship
Professional development and exchanges
Contact the Secretariat
P.O. Box 62000-00200
Juja, Kiambu County, Kenya
+254 700 000 000
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EAT