The Institute for Development Studies (IDS), University of Nairobi, in collaboration with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JiCA), held a public lecture on Japan Tax Ethics Budget Issues, on Tuesday 11^th February, 2025, featuring Guest Speaker Prof. Takahashi Motoki. Prof.

Outstanding staff members were appreciated and awarded in various categories, boosting their morale and motivation during the Staff Recognition and Awards for the FY 2023/2024 at the UoN Towers. The event included a performance evaluation report for the 2023/2024 financial year, covering 10 faculties, 63 teaching departments, and 13 central units/directorates. The focus was on aligning strategic goals, work plans, and budgets to enhance accountability and service delivery.

The University of Nairobi (UoN) hosted the first-ever Nairobi Environmental Diplomacy Symposium and the launch of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' legacy publication, *"Celebrating 60 Years of Environmental Diplomacy,"* at UoN Towers.