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Youth Employment through Last-Mile Delivery Strategies in Busia County  for Cassava Value Chain.

On 28th October 2024, TAGDev 2.0 Program, Egerton University’s visited Lawrence Ouma, an alumnus of the TAGDev program who has become a pillar of agricultural transformation in Nambale, Busia County. Using the savings from his TAGDev stipend, Lawrence started his own agrovet business offering agricultural inputs, chemicals, and essential advisory services to farmers in Busia County, enabling farmers to access the products they need for healthy, productive crops. 

Mr. Lawrence Ouma in Nambale, Busia

One of the most valuable services Lawrence offers is his extension service, where he visits farmers on-site to provide guidance on good agricultural practices. With expertise across various value chains, he has become a trusted advisor to local farmers, especially in the cassava value chain, a crucial staple crop in Busia. By imparting knowledge to farmers on sustainable and effective agricultural practices, Lawrence helps them increase yield, reduce pest impact, and adopt more resilient crop management techniques.

Through his extension services, Lawrence has reached over 500 farmers directly, making a significant difference in the lives of smallholder farmers who rely on agriculture for their livelihoods. His visits and consultations provide farmers with personalized, practical advice, leading to improved crop health and better harvests. This hands-on approach not only supports the farmers' productivity but also builds a stronger agricultural community in the region.

Mr. Lawrence Ouma with one of the farmers he offers extensional services

 “Before I started receiving the trainings, I experienced a lot of challenges with my crops such as diseases and pest infestation, low quality seeds and fertilizers which led to less produce. I use to plant one acre of Cassava, which after harvesting would get around 3 bags, but with the trainings from Lawrence, I was able to change the variety of cassava I was planting, and my harvest has increased greatly to 20 bags per acre. I Sell the cassava at 6000KES per bag and so in a good season I get around 120,000KES.  I have even been able to buy some dairy cows as a result of the sales from the good harvests. “One of the farmers explained to us. 

His agrovet has become more than just a business; it is a hub of knowledge, support, and resources for local farmers. Despite his success, he faces several challenges. According to him many farmers are slow to adopt new agricultural practices due to traditional beliefs, limiting the impact of Lawrence's extension services. However, the few farmers who implements what he trains them are able to see an increase in productivity and as a result even the farmers who were reluctant at first are also adopting the new agricultural practices. 

Mr. Lawrence Ouma with one of the farmers he offers extensional services

In the future, Lawrence hopes to expand his services to reach more farmers and extend his impact across additional value chains, contributing to food security and sustainable agriculture in Busia County and beyond. Through his journey, he continues to inspire both local farmers and fellow TAGDev alumni, demonstrating how one individual’s efforts can lead to wide-reaching community benefits.

Written By:
Ian Kamau.
Communication Intern, TAGDev 2.0 Program, Egerton University.

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ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE 48TH GRADUATION CEREMONY ON FRIDAY 29TH NOVEMBER 2024

Egerton University wishes to inform ALL candidates who qualified for the conferment of various degrees and award of diplomas of Egerton University during the 2023/2024 academic year that the 48th Graduation Ceremony will take place on Friday 29th November 2024 starting at 9.00 a.m. at Njoro Campus.  ALL GRADUANDS AND GUESTS ARE EXPECTED TO BE SEATED BY 8.30 A.M.

To ensure a smooth graduation process and enhance accuracy and speed of processing of certificates, the prospective graduands are requested to observe the following and strictly adhere to the specified deadlines.

1. CONFIRMATION OF EXAMINATION RESULTS

It is the responsibility of each prospective graduand to confirm his/her EXAMINATION RESULTS by contacting their respective Deans’ offices from Monday 2nd September 2024. The results are also available in the student portal.

 2. APPLICATION FOR GRADUATION

      A. ADMISSION SINCE 2015 

     All prospective graduands who were admitted since 2015 are required to apply for graduation   
     online through their student portal as follows:

         i.  Apply for clearance by Finance from the student portal under “Clearance application” by Friday, 4th October 2024.
            Postgraduate Graduands will be cleared for graduation by both the Board of Post Graduate Studies and Finance Department.

         ii. Once cleared by Finance, apply for graduation under “Graduation application”   
         by  Friday, 18th October 2024.

         B. ADMISSION SINCE 2014 AND BEFORE

           All prospective graduands who were admitted in 2014 and before are required to fill online
           and download the “Application for Graduation Form” from selfcare.egerton.ac.ke.

           i. Visit the link above and click on apply for graduation icon.

          ii. Create an account by submitting a valid email address, and a password (The email     
              must be working because all communications thereafter will be done through this 
              address).

             iii. You will receive an email to activate your account.

             iv. Log in with your email and password and fill the form and submit.

              v. You will receive a download link for the “Application for Graduation Form”. 
                  Download and print three copies to be submitted to your faculty during collection of 
                  your certificate.

 

3. PAYMENT OF GRADUATION AND ALUMNI FEES

The following are the mandatory fees for the various categories of graduands. 

Graduands are expected to pay the Graduation Fees before applying for clearance by Finance.

S/No.

Category

Dress (Kshs)

Alumni Fees (Kshs)

Convocation

(Kshs)

Total Payable fee 

1.

PhD

2,000

1,000

5,500

8,500

2.

Masters

1,500

1,000

4,500

7,000

3.

Bachelor

1,500

1,000

4,000

6,500

4.

Diploma

1,000

1,000

4,000

6,000

These fees MUST be paid through E-CITIZEN (Log into the student portal, click on E-payment and follow the instructions)

4. ORDER OF NAMES ON CERTIFICATE

The prospective graduands must ensure that their names are in the order in which they shall appear in the final certificate (without initials) and should be the same as in previous certificates, admission letter and supported by the National Identification card. Any correction thereafter shall attract a fee.

5.  ACADEMIC DRESS

During the ceremony, all graduands will be required to be in full academic attire.  Graduands are required to download and complete relevant forms and pick the graduation attire from their respective Faculties from Wednesday, 27th November, 2024.  All hired gowns must be returned by Monday 16th December 2024, after which a daily penalty of Kes. 500/= will be charged.

6. REHEARSAL

All graduands who wish to participate in the ceremony and have paid all fees MUST attend the rehearsal on Thursday, 28th November 2024 at 9.00 a.m.  All graduands attending the rehearsal should be seated by 9.30 a.m. and be in complete academic attire.

7.  INVITATION CARD

All prospective graduands are expected to download the invitation card.

8. 48TH GRADUATION INFORMATION

The prospective graduands are encouraged to visit graduation.egerton.ac.ke to access more information on the 48th graduation ceremony including downloading the programme, graduation booklet, Newslink magazine and graduation etiquette. The website will be activated during the graduation week as from 25th November 2024. This website will feature graduation speakers, a section where parents, friends and guardians can share graduation messages and photos, live stream details and responses to frequently asked questions (FAQs).

For any clarifications and more updates please visit the University website www.egerton.ac.ke or call Tel: +254703839401, +254 759238112 or e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Note:

  • Gown requisition form and Invitation Card will be downloadable from the link: http://selfcare.egerton.ac.ke
  • The Provisional Graduation List will be posted on the University website on Monday, 28th October 2024
  • The Final Graduation List (48th Graduation Booklet) and Graduation Etiquette will be available on the University Website (egerton.ac.ke/graduation) from Monday, 25th November 2024.

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