Book Review ~ African Virtual University: The case of Kenyatta University, Kenya. Author: Magdallen N. Juma

As was the case in most African countries, during period between 1970 and 1992 witnessed Kenya too witnessed a tremendous expansion in university education. In 1970, Kenya had only one university with a student population of 2,786. By 1991-92, there were five public universities with a combined student population of 40,000. Such increase has had great implications on capacity utilization, quality, instructional materials, facilities, and most importantly, access to university education. Astronomical increases in student enrolments reflect an insatiable demand for higher education. It is in this context that the rise of the African Virtual University is examined.