HISTORY

Hekima College was founded in 1984 as a school of theology by the Major Superiors of the Society of Jesus in Africa and Madagascar. Its central aim and purpose was to provide a first theological formation at University level for Jesuit students preparing for priesthood. Hekima College has been recognised as a Constituent College of The Catholic University of Eastern Africa in the University Charter. Relations between the College and the University are established by the terms of the Constituent Colleges Convention, dated 10th June 1993.

Besides the central aim and purpose of providing courses in theology for the members of the Society of Jesus, the College was to "offer formation for men and women seeking to take their place in the evangelizing mission of the Church, be they religious or lay people." It is in line with this second aim and to respond to new challenges that in 2004 Hekima College celebrated its 20th anniversary with the Institute of Peace Studies and International Relations. The Hekima Institute of Peace Studies and International Relations is a culmination of monthly discussions and reflections of the Hekima Peace Forum, a group consisting of students of the Jesuit School of Theology and representatives of Nairobi-based Non-Governmental Organizations and individuals involved in peace-building and conflict analysis.