Moi University has come under scrutiny following reports of unusual measures to cope with its ongoing financial struggles. Learning at the institution has been paralyzed for over a month due to a protracted lecturers’ strike.
According to an insider, the university allegedly purchased 11 donkeys to assist with ploughing activities.
This decision was reportedly driven by the institution’s inability to afford fuel for its aging tractors. Additionally, the whistleblower claimed that the university procured 10 dogs at highly inflated prices, purportedly as part of efforts to generate revenue.
A prolonged lecturers’ strike, which led to the indefinite closure of the university a month ago, has severely disrupted learning and tarnished the institution’s once-admired reputation.
The situation has been further exacerbated by controversial cost-cutting measures and revenue-generating strategies.
Why did Moi University buy donkeys and dogs? In an interview with TV47, a whistleblower claimed that the institution allegedly purchased 11 donkeys to replace its worn-out tractors for ploughing, citing the inability to afford tractor fuel.
“The university bought donkeys. At one point, this institution used to own tractors for ploughing. Today, they are buying donkeys. From tractors to donkeys,” the source lamented.
Adding to the financial strain, the university reportedly ventured into a dog-breeding business as an income-generating project. It imported ten shepherd dogs at what has been described as a highly inflated cost, raising questions about the institution’s priorities.
“They bought dogs—I’m told there are 10. But when you look at the cost, you’ll realise something is seriously wrong with this university,” the insider added.
The financial crisis and management decisions at Moi University have raised widespread public concern about its future. Many are urging swift action to restore stability and accountability at one of Kenya’s largest public universities.
A prolonged lecturers’ strike, which led to the indefinite closure of the university a month ago, has severely disrupted learning and tarnished the institution’s once-admired reputation.
The situation has been further exacerbated by controversial cost-cutting measures and revenue-generating strategies.
Why did Moi University buy donkeys and dogs? In an interview with TV47, a whistleblower claimed that the institution allegedly purchased 11 donkeys to replace its worn-out tractors for ploughing, citing the inability to afford tractor fuel.