Dr. Jacinta Maweu, a seasoned academic from the University of Nairobi’s Department of Philosophy, recently represented the institution on the global stage at the prestigious Reimagining Identity Conference. The event took place from February 3rd to 5th, 2026, at the University of the West Indies, Mona Campus, in Kingston, Jamaica.
During the conference, Dr. Maweu presented a compelling research paper that aligns with her extensive work in political philosophy, media, and societal dynamics.
Global Academic Engagement
As captured in the accompanying photograph, Dr. Maweu addresses international scholars from the podium of the Department of Language, Linguistics and Philosophy at the University of the West Indies. Her presentation underscores the University of Nairobi's commitment to contributing to crucial global dialogues on identity, governance, and philosophy.
About Dr. Jacinta Maweu
Dr. Maweu brings 19 years of research and teaching experience at the university level, blending her expertise in Philosophy and Media Studies. Her transdisciplinary research interests cover a wide array of critical contemporary issues, including:
Political mis/disinformation
Media, conflict, and peacebuilding
Ethics, human rights, and gender philosophy
Climate change and political economy
She is a Ryoichi Sasakawa Young Leaders Fellowship Fund (SYLLF) Fellow at the University of Nairobi, an Africa Peacebuilding and Development Dynamics (APDD) Fellow of the Social Science Research Council (SSRC), and currently serves as the President of the African Peace Research and Education Association (AFPREA). With over 40 publications in refereed journals and book volumes, Dr. Maweu continues to elevate the profile of African philosophical scholarship globally.
The Department of Philosophy congratulates Dr. Maweu on this successful international presentation, which continues to foster collaborative links between the University of Nairobi and institutional partners worldwide.
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