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Kenyan Universities And CUT Explore Academic Partnerships

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1 year ago

March 9, 2024

Kenyan Universities And CUT Explore Academic Partnerships. Mr Rulofs Makokha, First Counsellor, Prof. Pamela Dube, CUT Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Mr Adan Ibrahim, Education Attaché, and Prof. Alfred Ngowi, Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research Innovation and Engagement, recently met to discuss potential collaborations between CUT and Kenyan universities.

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CUT Collaboration Objectives

The primary aim of the meeting was to strengthen ties between CUT and Kenyan universities and explore opportunities for academic partnerships.

CUT Reciprocal Visits

The meeting follows a visit by a CUT delegation to higher education institutions in Kenya. These engagements resulted in discussions about integrating the Swahili language into South Africa’s Department of Basic Education Curriculum.

CUT Commitment to Linguistic Diversity

Both parties are committed to this initiative, acknowledging the significance of linguistic diversity and cultural exchange.

Conclusion

CUT Faculty of Humanities plays a crucial role in training educators in Swahili and developing curriculum materials to support its inclusion in the curriculum, highlighting the university’s dedication to fostering cultural and educational partnerships.

FAQS: Kenyan Universities And CUT Explore Academic Partnerships

Q 1: What is the purpose of the academic partnership between CUT and Kenyan universities?

Ans: The partnership aims to strengthen ties between the institutions and explore opportunities for collaboration in various academic fields.

Q2:How did the partnership come about?

Ans: The partnership was initiated following reciprocal visits between CUT and higher education institutions in Kenya. Discussions during these visits led to the exploration of collaboration possibilities.

Q 3: What specific outcomes have been achieved so far?

Ans: One significant outcome is the discussion surrounding the integration of the Swahili language into the Department of Basic Education Curriculum in South Africa.

CUT Faculty of Humanities is actively involved in training educators in Swahili and developing curriculum materials to support this initiative.