Public Lecture on Ethnicity and Land Politics in Kenya; Challenges and Opportunities.

Prof. Peter Kagwanja, a renowned intellectual, adviser, and political strategist, delivered a compelling public lecture at Maasai Mara University on the theme “Ethnicity and Land Politics in Kenya: Challenges and Opportunities.” The lecture attracted a wide audience of staff and students, fostering rich intellectual engagement on one of Kenya’s most critical socio-political issues. Through insightful analysis, Prof. Kagwanja examined the historical and contemporary dynamics of ethnicity and land, highlighting both the persistent challenges and emerging opportunities for sustainable national cohesion and development.

The event was enriched by panel discussions and interactive Q&A sessions, allowing participants to actively engage with the ideas presented and contribute diverse perspectives. This public lecture underscores the University’s strong commitment to quality teaching, academic discourse, and experiential learning by exposing learners to thought leadership beyond the classroom. Such engagements continue to position the University as a vibrant hub for critical thinking, public scholarship, and informed dialogue on national and global issues.

The session discussed ways to strengthen academic collaboration, promote student and faculty exchanges, and enhance the development of inclusive, future-focused educational models. Tree planting, as a tradition in Maasai Mara University was done reflecting a joint commitment to sustainability and shared growth.

This partnership marks another step toward Masai Mara University’s vision of expanding its global academic reach and nurturing impactful, cross-border academic programs.