NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 28 – Kenyatta University has disowned a memo circulating on social media that purportedly urged student couples to move in together as a way of easing pressure on accommodation around the institution.

📻 Breaking It Down

The university said the document, dated July 27, 2026, was neither issued nor authorised by its management and does not represent its policies, regulations or official position.

The memo had claimed that an increase in student admissions had placed pressure on available accommodation, prompting the university to encourage couples to share houses to create room for other students.

It further claimed that the arrangement would increase the availability of student housing, reduce competition for accommodation, lower rental costs and encourage responsible use of available housing.

📌 What You Need to Know

The document attracted widespread attention online, with students and members of the public questioning whether the university had formally adopted such a proposal.

In a statement issued on September 27, the university dismissed the document as fake, saying it was AI-generated.

“Kenyatta University strictly prohibits the creation or dissemination of false, misleading, fabricated, or unauthorised information,” the institution said.

The university urged students, staff and members of the public not to rely on or circulate the contents of the memo as official communication.

It instead advised the public to verify information through the university’s recognised communication channels before sharing it.

The clarification comes amid ongoing concerns over accommodation for students, with the university acknowledging that hostel space is limited.

📰 Source: Capital FM Kenya