| # | Company | Employees |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
University of Nairobiuonbi.ac.ke
Leading university in Kenya and East/Central Africa in teaching, research, and innovation Recognized for informing policy and driving research advancements |
7,088 |
| 2 |
alx_africaalxafrica.com
Empowering Africa's youth with skills, opportunities, mindsets, and experiences to become the next generation of leaders #ImpactYourWorld |
6,201 |
| 3 |
Kenyatta Universityku.ac.ke
A dynamic institution committed to accessible education, research, and community engagement, offering high-quality programs and nurturing innovative projects |
5,684 |
| 4 |
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT)jkuat.ac.ke
Driving advancements in higher education, research, and innovation across Africa for the past 20 years |
4,457 |
| 5 |
Kenyatta National Hospital.knh.or.ke
A leading national referral and teaching hospital in Kenya with a rich history, a wide range of medical services, and partnerships with educational institutions and research agencies |
4,242 |
| 6 |
Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI)kemri.go.ke
A national research body in Kenya focused on health research, established to conduct scientific studies and promote innovation in the healthcare sector |
3,645 |
| 7 |
Moi Universitymu.ac.ke
A public university based in Kenya, offering a variety of academic programs and research opportunities to students in the region |
3,381 |
| 8 |
Mount Kenya University - MKUmku.ac.ke
A chartered university offering diverse courses, promoting academic excellence, career prospects, and student welfare through innovative programs, research, and ICT integration |
2,393 |
| 9 |
Amref Health Africaamref.org
A leading NGO in Africa focused on increasing sustainable health access through human resources, health services delivery, and investments in health |
2,079 |
| 10 |
Strathmore Universitystrathmore.edu
A chartered university in Nairobi, Kenya, offering multiracial and multi-religious education, ISO certified, focusing on quality education, research, ethics, and social development |
1,825 |
| 11 |
The Nairobi Hospitalthenairobihospital.org
A leading healthcare provider in East Africa with a rich history, offering high-quality clinical, nursing care, emergency services, and specialty clinics |
1,719 |
| 12 |
Moi Teaching and Referral Hospitalmtrh.go.ke
A multi-specialty national teaching and referral hospital in Kenya, providing specialized healthcare, medical education, research, nursing training, and national health planning |
1,710 |
| 13 |
BridgeBridgeInternationalAcademies.com
In partnership with communities, teachers, and parents, Bridge transforms lives through innovative education programs for primary/pre-primary children in multiple countries |
1,497 |
| 14 |
Bridge Academies Foundation Kenya & Ugandabridge.ac.ke
This organization in Kenya partners with communities to provide high-quality education for primary and pre-primary children in various counties |
1,423 |
| 15 |
Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC)kmtc.ac.ke
A leading medical training college in Kenya offering a wide range of health-related courses and contributing significantly to the healthcare workforce |
1,368 |
| 16 |
The Technical University of Kenyatukenya.ac.ke
A leading technical university in Kenya, offering diploma, undergraduate, and postgraduate degrees to students in a variety of fields |
1,279 |
| 17 |
Egerton Universityegerton.ac.ke
A educational institution providing academic programs and resources for students to further their learning and knowledge in various fields |
1,278 |
| 18 |
United States International University - Africalinktr.ee
A leading secular private university in East & Central Africa offering accredited US and Kenya degree programs to a diverse student body from 74 nations |
1,189 |
| 19 |
University of Eldoretuoeld.ac.ke
A science, agriculture, and technology university with over 14,000 students, 1,300 staff offering various programs and operating nursery to secondary schools on a 1,054-acre campus |
1,173 |
| 20 |
KCA Universitykcau.ac.ke
A premier business and technology university in Nairobi, Kenya, specializing in accounting education and promoting knowledge advancement and change |
1,039 |
| 21 |
Daystar Universitydaystar.ac.ke
An institution in Africa that integrates Christian faith with learning to develop leaders, offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in modern facilities |
1,015 |
| 22 |
Kisii Universitykisiiuniversity.ac.ke
A higher education institution located in Kenya offering a range of academic programs and services to students |
974 |
| 23 |
Machakos Universitymksu.ac.ke
The company is a university focused on providing quality education through teaching, research, innovation, and entrepreneurship with a vision of global excellence |
948 |
| 24 |
SHOFCOshofco.org
This organization fights poverty and gender inequality by providing holistic services to urban slums through schools for girls in Nairobi |
910 |
| 25 |
DEDAN KIMATHI UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (DeKUT)dkut.ac.ke
A public university focusing exclusively on technology, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, with a strong emphasis on research, innovation, and technology transfer |
881 |
| 26 |
Ajira Digital Programajiradigital.go.ke
The company aims to bridge the gap between skills demand and lack of jobs by providing tools, training, and mentorship for digital work in Kenya |
880 |
| 27 |
Kenya Medical Training Collegekmtc.ac.ke
A public health training institution established in 1972 under the Ministry of Health, with 71 campuses nationwide promoting healthcare improvement |
851 |
| 28 |
Nova Pioneernovapioneer.com
Pan-African independent school network offering preschool through secondary education, focused on developing leaders and innovators with 21st century skills |
814 |
| 29 |
The Karen Hospitalkarenhospital.org
A reputable health care provider in Africa providing high-quality services, modern equipment, medical training, research, and compassionate care to all patients |
715 |
| 30 |
Kabarak Universitykabarak.ac.ke
A private university offering holistic Christian-based education, research, and outreach activities across various schools and campuses in Kenya |
712 |
| 31 |
University of Embuembuni.ac.ke
The company aims to advance higher education and research opportunities while playing a leading role in development and expansion |
690 |
| 32 |
Zetech Universityzetech.ac.ke
A leading private university in Kenya offering education in various disciplines like ICT, Engineering, Business, Media, Film production, Economics, Education, and Arts #KaribuZetech #InventYourFuture |
684 |
| 33 |
St. Paul's Universityspu.ac.ke
A Christian university in Kenya offering holistic education to over 7000 students, focusing on academic excellence and life skills development |
682 |
| 34 |
Technical University of Mombasatum.ac.ke
A higher education institution located in Kenya that focuses on technical education and training in various fields |
677 |
| 35 |
AGC Tenwek Hospitaltenwekhosp.org
A leading non-profit hospital in Western Kenya providing quality healthcare, medical education, and holistic care in partnership with World Gospel Mission |
660 |
| 36 |
Kenya Utalii Collegeutalii.ac.ke
Leading African hospitality and tourism training institution, providing world class training for local and international industry professionals with strong industry linkages |
652 |
| 37 |
Maasai Mara Universitymmarau.ac.ke
A leading research university offering programs in natural resources, tourism, hospitality management, science, agriculture, and setting up various strategic projects |
595 |
| 38 |
Kenya School of Governmentksg.ac.ke
An ISO 9001:2015 certified institution offering capacity development programs, training, research, consultancy, and policy advisory services for the Public Service in Kenya |
571 |
| 39 |
Karatina Universitykaru.ac.ke
A chartered public university offering a wide range of courses in various fields, emphasizing knowledge dissemination, research, innovation, and community outreach |
565 |
| 40 |
AGA KHAN UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, EAST AFRICAaku.edu
A leading tertiary healthcare facility in sub-Saharan Africa, providing high-quality, compassionate medical services, advanced facilities, and medical education |
555 |
| 41 |
Busitema Universitybusitema.ac.ug
Busitema University in Eastern Uganda offers a range of degree programs across six faculties, including Health Sciences, Engineering, and Agriculture |
553 |
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