Established in 2020, Uzima University is a private higher-education institution located in the medium city of Kisumu (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Commission for University Education of Kenya, Uzima University is a coeducational Kenyan higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Uzima University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees in several areas of study. Uzima University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.