Zetech University is on track to expand its academic offerings to at least 30 programs by the end of 2025, as it prepares to introduce several new degree courses. The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Njenga Munene, revealed that the university has already submitted proposed programs for inspection by the Commission for University Education, with some courses…
The Mountain Journal editor@themountainjournal.co.ke As Kenya’s economy struggles to create new jobs for thousands of jobless youths, fresh graduates have been challenged to pursue self-employment and endeavor to positively contribute to social-economic growth of the country. Speaking during the university’s 8th graduation ceremony that saw 2,566 graduands conferred with degrees and awarded diplomas and certificates,…
The Mountain Journal Stakeholders and players in the education sector have called for creation of awareness and adoption of deliberate measures to address mental health issues among students in tertiary and higher learning institutions. They aver that mental illnesses and especially among the youth is a ticking time bomb that requires serious attention and a…
The Mountain Journal Higher learning institutions have been challenged to step up linkages between the industry and academia so as to hone students’ knowledge and skills. University students and industry players maintain that collaboratikn between the institutions of higher learning and the private sector is the key to opening oportunities to learners. They spoke at…
Eye-opening Research and Innovation weekconcludes at Mount Kenya UniversityBy James WakahiuMount Kenya University (MKU)’s Vice Chancellor Prof DeogratiusJaganyi has decried the high rate of unemployment among Kenyanuniversity graduates. Currently, Kenya faces a 12.9 per cent graduateunemployment rate, according to the Kenya National Bureau ofStatistics (KNBS).“At what point will we find sustainable solutions to youthunemployment, productivity…
By James WakahiuMount Kenya University (MKU)’s students of travel, hospitalityand tourism have benefitted from a public lecture by an expertfrom Australia on global trends and requirements for workers inthe sector.On Monday 14th October 2024, the School of Hospitality,Travel and Tourism Management at MKU Main Campus inThika town hosted a distinguished guest from EUHOFA, TheInternational Association…
By James WakahiuA delegation of nine faculty members from various schools at MountKenya University (MKU) last week attended an international conferenceon unemployment of graduates in Africa held in Tunisia.Led by Access Board Member and Deputy Vice-Chancellor APIA, Dr.Peter G. Kirira and MKU-Access Coordinator, Dr. Henry Yatich, theKenyan team participated and made several presentations at theConference…
By James Wakahiu Mount Kenya University (MKU) has kicked off its annual Research and Innovation Week that started from Monday October 14 to 18, 2024, at its main campus in Thika.Themed “Research and Innovation for Sustainable Production and Livelihoods,” the event has attracted a wide array of stakeholders, including representatives from higher education institutions, TVETs,…
ByJames Wakahiu Artificial Intelligence (AI) will feature during a five-day research and innovation forum to be held in Thika, Kiambu County this week. The Research and Innovation Week to take place at Mount Kenya University’s Thika main campus from today Monday October 14th, brings together stakeholders, including Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), TVETs, government bodies, NGOs,…
By James Wakahiu Mount Kenya University (MKU) will host its 2nd annual Research and Innovation Week from October 14-18, 2024, at the university’s main campus in Thika. Themed “Research and Innovation for Sustainable Production and Livelihoods,” the event aims to showcase creative solutions and foster collaborations between academia, industry, and government to address real-world challenges….
