The European Union represents the most advanced and institutionalized model of regional integration globally that portrays governance, sovereignty and building of frameworks. On the other hand the African union represents the trajectory of Africa in terms of Pan Africanism ideals, intergovernmental cooperation and regional development as stated in Agenda 2063. The University of Nairobi Hosted High-Profile Launch of EU European union–African Union (AU) Comparative Studies Module that brought international leaders, academics, policymakers, and development partners to the official launch of a new academic module examining the European Union (EU) and African Union (AU)

In the opening remarks, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Nairobi who was represented by Professor Ayub Gitau the Deputy Vice Chancellor underscored the strategic importance of equipping the next generation of diplomats, scholars, and policymakers with robust comparative insights into the EU’s highly institutionalized integration framework and the AU’s development-oriented regionalism rooted in Agenda 2063. In response the department of Diplomacy and international studies at the university of Nairobi with the European Union is launching a new masters level teaching module titled Comparative ,Study on the European  Union and the African Union, which will run over three academic years within the  University in International Studies and related fields that blends theoretical foundations with applied analyses on governance, legal frameworks, economic integration, peace and security mechanisms, and external relations. The General and main objective of the module is to strengthen Academic capacity and policy relevant knowledge on regional integration in Africa  through the launch and implementation of a comparative Masters-level teaching module on the  European Union And African Union.

Professor Jean Marc Trouille Chair University of the Peloponnese, Greece /University of Bradford, United Kingdom gave his remarks on EU Relations with less developed Countries and Research funding Applications insisting that one should remain specific while writing, to have a realistic application and also have ethical standard. Another Keynote Address was from Ambassador Henriette Geiger of the European Union to Kenya and Permanent Representative to UNEP and UN-Habitat, Delegation of the European Union to Kenya added on the importance of multilateralism that is essential in creating broader connections among different nations leading to more effective partnerships within countries that will strengthen suistainable development. Hennritte applauded the importance of EU in allowing the Freedom to explore and travel across Europe.

 Dr. Kizito Sabala a senior lecturer, department of diplomacy and international studies, University of Nairobi echoed out the importance of African Integration on African States as a survival strategy to catapult Development peace, and prosperity across the continent. Dr Kizito added that African integration has remained a central aspiration since independence with African ideals championed by leaders such as Kwame Nkrumah and Julius Nyerere.

The Event featured experts who explored how comparative regionalism studies can inform policy, enhance diplomatic practice, and foster stronger inter-regional ties.

The launch marks a milestone in academic diplomacy and sets the stage for future dialogue and collaborative ventures between Europe and African institutions committed to fostering mutual understanding and shared development goals.