The best universities in Kenya are obvious the best in terms of academics and research. These training institutions happen to have the best libraries.
A library is one of the most important aspects of any university, without well stoked libraries, students may graduate half baked. When lecturers are not effective, the knowledge received in class is supplemented by what is acquired from the library.
As a student, one of the things you should look at before you join any university is the Library. Based on our research, below are universities with the best library in Kenya
- University of Nairobi
University of Nairobi has a modern library which is housed in The University of Nairobi Tower. The building was constructed at a cost of Ksh2.3 billion so as to house the best library in East Africa.
By virtue of being the best university in Kenya, The University of Nairobi, is also ranked at position one in terms of best facilities.
Here is the photo of UoN Library
- Kenyatta University Library
The second best library in Kenya is the Kenyatta University modern library. This library is a monster, it’s one that was constructed for nearly 5 years and cost the university billions of shillings. When you enter KU Library, you’ll understand why KU is ranked among the best universities in East Africa
Here is the photo of the library
- Moi University Library
Before KU and the University of Nairobi modern libraries, Moi used to have the best library in Kenya. The library was built decades ago but it continues to rank among the best.
There are a variety of courses being trained at Moi University and all the books in regards to every subject are found in this library.
- Strathmore University Library
If you are pursuing CPA,CIFA,CFA or any other professional course in business, Strathmore University library will supply you with all the books you need. In fact, no any other library in Kenya is equipped with business books like Strathmore University.
- JKUAT Library
Closing the list of best libraries in Kenya is JKUAT University library. JKUAT was among the first universities to be incorporated in Kenya, which means over those years it has existed the university has managed to stock it’s library to full capacity.
Books for mathematics, engineering and IT courses will be found at Strathmore University.