Governance & Management
Brief History of Governance
The first Chancellor of KU was the late H.E. Dr. Ali Omar Juma, who, at the time, also served as the Vice President of the United Republic of Tanzania. Following his passing in 2001, Hon. Dr. Salim Ahmed Salim became the Chancellor of the University. The current Chancellor, serving the University with distinction, is Hon. Anne Semamba Makinda, Former Speaker of the Parliament of the United Republic of Tanzania.
The University's lineage of Vice Chancellors began with its founder, the late Prof. Hubert C.M. Kairuki (1997-1999). He was succeeded by Prof. Esther D. Mwaikambo (2000-2006), followed by Prof. Keto Mshigeni (2006-2016), and then Prof. Charles Stephen Mgone (2017-2022). Prof. Yohana Mashalla presently serves as the fifth and current Vice Chancellor.
The University Council's leadership journey began with Prof. Fredrick Kaijage as its first Chairman, holding the position until May 2013. Today, Mr. John Ulanga leads as the current Chairman.
The University Charter
The University authorises its mandate from the University Act No.7 of 2005, and is governed by the University Charter, University Council, and the Senate. The Charter was signed by the former President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete on 24th March 2010. Provisions for establishment, functions, administration, powers, rules, staff and members of the University are stipulated in the University Charter.
The University Council
Governance and control of the University is under the Council, which is the principal policy making body of the University in ensuring that the University operates smoothly. It approves policies and plans appropriate to its three core functions: teaching, research and consultancy.
The University Senate
The Senate is the principal decision making organ in all academic matters of the University, responsible for the control and regulation of the instructions, education, research and consultancy within the University.
The University Management
Management is made up of
Prof. Yohana J. S. MashallaVice Chancellor (VC)
Prof. Edda VuhahulaDeputy Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs (DVC-AC)
Prof. Godwin D. NdossiDeputy Vice Chancellor for Planning, Finance amd Administration(DVC-PFA)
Adv. Siima Kokuhabukilwa KairukiCorporate Counsel (CC)
Prof. Naboth MbembatiDean of School of Medicine
Dr. Ezekiel MbaoDean of School of Nursing (DFON)
Dr. Theresa KaijageDean of School of Social Works
Prof. Columba MbekengaDirector of Postgraduate Studies and Research Institute (DPSRI)
Ms. Nancy MwamfwagasiPrincipal, Kairuki School of Nursing
Mr. Abraham R. MwalugeniDean of Students(DOS)
Mr. Innocent MaranduHuman Resources and Administration Manager(HRAM)
Mr. Patrick Nsanya, CPA(T)Bursar
Mr. Moses MabulaSenior Planning Officer
Ms. Doreen MtukuMarketing Officer
Mr. Alex GabrielHostel Manager
Mr. Kaizilege KaromaHead of ICT
Mr. Walter KalalaInternal Auditor
Ms. Janet MwangaHead of Library Unit
Mr. Poneja RukikoEstate Manager