Photo/Dancers entertaining guests during the 27th graduation at Mount Kenya University. By James Wakahiu , Thika editor@themountainjournal.co.ke A new record number of students graduating on Friday at Mount Kenya University (MKU) as enrolment continues to grow in leaps and bounds. During the 27th Graduation ceremony and the 4th Graduation ceremony of Equip Africa Institute, the…
The Kenya Women Governors caucus, G7, has strongly condemned the inhumane exploitation ofchildren especially girls in sex trade in Mai Mahiu.In a press statement the caucus led by Kirinyaga Governor, Anne Waiguru,stated that sexual abuse and trafficking of minors is not only a gross violation of human rightsbut was also a direct assault on the…
The Mountain Journal editor@themountainjournal.co.ke Coffee Cooperative Societies leadership expressed their anger on the government ploy to cripple the sector through secretly imposing the direct payment model. The leaders from all the coffee growing counties said the action by the Cooperative Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya by passing the cooperative societies is an avenue that will sabotage…
The Mountain Journal editor@themountainjournal.co.ke The Nairobi Coffee market faced price turbulence in the weekly auction after it netted Sh307.7 million, less than Sh 553 million of the last week. In the market, 19 coffee buyers bought 6,104 bags out of the 7,278 bags that had been offered during the weekly auction at the Nairobi Coffee…
By Aaron MuthomiMeru County, Kenya – August 7, 2025 The 97th edition of the Kenya Music Festival (KMF) has kicked off with electrifying performances and unforgettable moments—none more striking than those from Adventist Hill School, whose musical prowess has earned them national recognition and a coveted ticket to the prestigious Gala Concert. The school secured…
The Mountain Journal editor@themountainjournal.co.ke Murang’a county assembly has joined the league of the county assemblies with a digitalised system that will assist members conduct their house business online. In Mt Kenya, it was registered as the first to install the E-Parliament enabled system that will enable the assembly to have all documents, motions, bills and…
By Aaron MuthomiNairobi, Kenya – 6 August 2025 As the world prepares to mark the International Day of Peace on 21st September 2025, Kenya is taking the lead with a powerful build-up event: the Africa Peace and Environment Summit (APES 2), scheduled to take place from 2nd to 4th September at the Catholic University of…
.Governor Anne Waiguru’s Minji Minji Football Tournament entered a thrilling stagethis weekend as the round of 16 officially began as team battled to get to the quarterfinals.In one of the matches, Kiamaina FC emerge victorious with a 3-1 win over JubileeFC, securing their place in the quarter-finals.Team captain Dennis Munene expressed joy over the win…
By Aaron Muthomi editor@themountainjournal.co.ke Meru County, Kenya – The 97th edition of the Kenya Music Festival officially begins today, running from August 3rd to 16th, and is being hosted across Meru School, Kaaga Girls High School, and Meru Teachers Training College. This year’s theme, “Enhancing the Creative Economy through Artistic Expression for Sustainable Development,” sets…
By Aaron Muthomi editor@themountainjournal.co.ke KAKAMEGA, KENYA — The 2025 Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) Term 2 National Games concluded in grand style in Kakamega, with Rift Valley Region emerging as overall champions. The region claimed the lion’s share of trophies across multiple disciplines. The games, held at various venues across Kakamega County, brought together…
