UNIVERSITY PR
CHALLENGE 2026
Join Africa's premier PR competition where communication students showcase innovative strategies, compete for recognition, and connect with industry leaders. Shape the future of strategic communications.
About the challenge
The University PR Challenge is a premier competition designed to bridge the gap between academic theory and professional practice. Students from top universities compete to solve real-world PR problems, demonstrating their strategic thinking, creativity, and communication skills to a panel of industry experts.
Strategic Campaign Showcase
Case Study Presentations
Industry Leaders
Expert Judges
Build Connections
Network & Learn
Participating Universities
Leading universities from across Kenya participated in this year's challenge, showcasing exceptional talent and competitive spirit.
Aga Khan University
Host University
United States International University (USIU)
Participating University
Strathmore University
Participating University
Mount Kenya University
Participating University
Riara University
Participating UniversityUniversity Panelists
Roby Koki Ochieng
Panelist
USIU
Dr. Arbogast Akidiva
Panelist
Strathmore University
Dr. Daniel Oloo
Panelist
Mount Kenya University
Elizabeth Amollo
Panelist
Riara University
Anne Karubiu
Panelist
Mount Kenya University
Industry Panelists
Tshego Kekana
MD
Alfa Destiny Communications, South Africa
Gilad Millo
MD
Millo Communications
Mary Njoki
Founder & CEO
GlassHouse PR
Brian Munene
CEO
Africa Renewables Katalyst
Judges
Alex Owiti
Founder
Alexander PR
Lorraine Onduru
Communications Specialist
Dr. Carolyne Kiarie
Judge
Ready to join the challenge?
Choose your registration path and be part of Africa's premier PR competition
Student Registration
Compete with the best, learn from industry leaders, and launch your PR career
- Free registration & certificate
- Network with professionals
- Compete for prizes
- Hands-on experience
- Career advancement
University Registration
Register your institution to participate and showcase your students' talent
- Showcase academic excellence
- Industry recognition
- Student development
- Networking opportunities
- Certificate of participation
Partner with Us
Connect with the next generation of PR leaders and showcase your brand
- Access to top talent
- Brand visibility
- Thought leadership
- Direct engagement
- Institutional recognition