The role of universities in promoting cooperation between social and pure scientists for human development in Kenya
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When Kenya attained independence in 1963, higher education was considered one of the most important determinants of sustainable economic growth and development in the new country. Then, it was argued that '[u]niversity education and training programs [were] expected to respond to the demands of national development and emerging socioeconomic needs with a view to finding solutions to problems facing society.' Universities can provide the framework through which experts in both the social and natural sciences can exchange ideas, cooperate, and design programs for the economic, social, and human advancement of the people of Kenya. Thus, this paper examines the role of universities in promoting cooperation between scientists in Kenya, as they work to improve living conditions for the country's citizens. Specifically, the paper looks at five major issues: (1) the development of university education in Kenya; (2) the link between university education and the job market in Kenya; (3) the development objectives of African countries with special emphasis on Kenya; (4) the functions of universities in the process of human development in Kenya; and (5) problems confronting universities and how they should be addressed.
