Uzima University Main Campus

Uzima University is a private higher education institution specializing in medical education and research, founded in 2012 by Archbishop Emeritus Zacchaeus Okoth. Located in Kisumu, Kenya, it serves the Great Lakes Region with a mission to train skilled, ethical healthcare professionals for resource-limited settings. The university's philosophy, 'Luceat Lux Vestra' (Let Your Light Shine), emphasizes holistic healthcare inspired by Christian values, aiming to address Africa's medical challenges through community-based education and research. It offers degree, diploma, and certificate programs in fields like medicine, nursing, clinical medicine, microbiology, and health systems management. Key milestones include receiving its official charter on May 8, 2025, from the President of Kenya, hosting its 5th graduation ceremony on January 30, 2026, and partnerships with organizations like Lebenshilfe Austria for international nursing opportunities. The university is regulated by the Commission for University Education (CUE) and focuses on innovation, student-centered learning, and global collaborations to advance healthcare education.