Maasai Mara University Champions Indigenous-Led Research and Heritage
Maasai Mara University had the honour of hosting Hon. Josphat Lowoi Lodeya, Head/Secretary of the Minorities and Marginalized Affairs Unit (MMAU) in the Executive Office of the President of Kenya, for high-level discussions focused on strengthening collaboration in Indigenous-led research, education, cultural heritage preservation, and sustainable livelihoods.
The engagement underscored the shared commitment between government and academia to promote inclusive development by recognizing and elevating the knowledge systems, cultural identities, and socio-economic aspirations of Indigenous and marginalized communities. Deliberations explored opportunities for joint initiatives that integrate Indigenous knowledge into research, policy development, curriculum enrichment, and community-based innovation.
During his visit, Hon. Lodeya also paid a courtesy call on the Vice-Chancellor, where discussions further highlighted the vital role universities play in advancing evidence-based policy support, capacity building, and culturally responsive scholarship that directly benefits local communities.
The visit was hosted by the Centre for Cultural Heritage Studies at Maasai Mara University and facilitated by Dr. Charity Konana, whose efforts continue to foster meaningful partnerships that bridge academic expertise with national priorities on heritage conservation and community empowerment.
This engagement marks an important milestone in positioning Maasai Mara University as a leading institution in Indigenous knowledge research and cultural heritage advocacy, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable development that is rooted in local contexts and driven by community voices.
