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Prof Margaret Oluka hosted a guest Lecturer from the Industry, Dr Eva Allela, who is the Head of Medical at 

L’Oreal East Africa.

Dr Allela had a 2 hour interactive session with the Bpharm V, final Year students focusing on ACNE  and ATOPIC DERMATITIS, which are some of the most common skin conditions locally.

The session  consisted of a  Lecture, Discussion and Question and Answer forum.

The University of Nairobi Faculty of Pharmacy Alumni Association on Friday marked 50 years of pharmaceutical training and service with a free medical camp at Olympic Primary School in Kibra Sub-County, Nairobi, benefiting hundreds of residents with essential health services.

The University of Nairobi School of Pharmacy hosted a grand Gala Dinner to celebrate its 50th anniversary. The event, held at the Emara Ole Sereni Hotel in Nairobi on Friday, 1st August 2025, brought together alumni, faculty, students, and partners in a joyous culmination of the School’s year-long golden jubilee celebrations.

The Department of Pharmacy at the University of Nairobi takes pride in the impactful research and scholarly contributions of its alumni.

Their work spans diverse fields including clinical pharmacy, pharmaceutical sciences, public health, and policy, reflecting the depth of training and commitment to advancing healthcare locally and globally.

Below is a curated list of publications authored or co-authored by our esteemed alumni, showcasing their contributions to research, innovation, and knowledge in the field of pharmacy.

The School of Pharmacy at the University of Nairobi (UoN) commemorated its golden jubilee with a landmark three-day symposium held from May 29th to 31st, 2025, at the Faculty of Health Sciences, Lecture Theatre 3.

Themed “Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence in Pharmacy Training and Practice: Transforming Healthcare, Shaping the Future,” the hybrid event drew an impressive gathering of pharmacy professionals, alumni, students, researchers, policymakers, and international partners.

The University of Nairobi School of Pharmacy celebrated a historic milestone on Saturday, 26 April, 2025 as alumni, students, faculty, and distinguished guests gathered to commemorate 50 years of excellence in pharmaceutical education.

The vibrant event was part of activities lined up for celebration as the school marks 50 years of existence, honoring its enduring legacy since its inception in 1974.

Staff from the Department of Pharmacy took part in the University of Nairobi’s annual tree planting exercise on Friday, 11th April 2025, at the Faculty of Agriculture, Upper Kabete Campus. 

The event, which brought together members of the wider university community, saw the planting of over 3,000 avocado and indigenous tree seedlings.

The tree planting initiative was led by the Acting Vice Chancellor, Prof. Margaret Hutchinson, who emphasized the importance of environmental conservation and the university’s commitment to sustainable development.

Prof. George O. Osanjo (Dean, Faculty of Health Sciences) on Thursday, February 13, 2025, met with Dr. Ita Duron (Executive Director of Global Strategies & Collaborations, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences). In attendance were Dr. Eric Guantai (Chairman, Dept. of Pharmacology, Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacy Practice) and Prof. Kennedy Abuga (Chairman, Dept.

Prof Oluka and Dr Martha Mandale of the  Pharmacy and Poisons' Board (PPB) together with the current Bpharm V class. 

This was after a very interactive lecture on Principles of Pharmacovigilance delivered by Dr Mandale  as part of collaborative activities between the School of Pharmacy and PPB.