November 7, 2025 – On November 3, 2025, the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HU) welcomed H.E. Lt. General (Rtd) Albert Kendagor, Ambassador of the Republic of Kenya to the State of Israel, for a visit focused on expanding academic collaboration between Israel and Kenya. 

During the visit, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and a Student Exchange Agreement were signed between the Hebrew University and the University of Nairobi, marking a significant milestone in fostering academic cooperation and student mobility between the two institutions. 

Building on HU’s longstanding ties with leading Kenyan universities, these new agreements will promote joint research, academic exchanges, and collaborative projects in key areas, including food security, climate change, renewable energy, and education. 

Over the years, Hebrew University has welcomed numerous Kenyan students pursuing degrees across disciplines, including agriculture, public health, and the social sciences. The renewed partnership aims to further strengthen these academic bridges and encourage mutual learning between scholars and students from both nations. 

As part of the visit, Ambassador Kendagor was presented with an Albert Einstein book by Prof. Oron Shagrir, Rector of the Hebrew University, a gesture that drew a warm smile from the Ambassador, who noted with amusement that he, too, shares the name Albert. 

Also participating in the visit were Ambassador Yossi Gal, HU’s Vice President for Advancement and External Relations; Prof. Saul Burdman, Dean of the Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food, and Environment; and Prof. Guy Harpaz, Vice President for International Affairs. Ambassador Kendagor also met Stanley Mburu, a Kenyan student pursuing his M.A. in International Development at HU through its “Glocal” program. He shared his experience studying in Jerusalem.