MKU excels in research and academics, ranked fifth best university in Kenya

Photo/Prof Simon Gicharu, Founder and Chairman, MKU By James Wakahiu editor@themountainjournal.co.keMount Kenya University (MKU) has been ranked the fifth-best university in Kenya, 72 nd inAfrica and 3,203rd out of 14, 131 colleges globally in the 2025 rankings. The ranking, based onresearch output, non-academic reputation and the impact of notable alumni, highlights MKU’sstrong academic presence in…

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Rwanda set to host regional conference on partnership between industries and universities

 Photo/Dr. Vincent Gichuru Gaitho By James Wakahiu The Inter-University Council for East Africa (IUCEA), in collaboration with the East African Business Council (EABC), is organizing a major conference on collaborations between the private sector, governments and universities in the region.     The 13th Academia-Public Private Partnership Forum (APPPF)-2025 is scheduled to take place from March…

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MKU Mombasa hosts inaugural research and, innovation conference on blue economy

Dr Mercyline Kamande, Deputy Vice Chancellor Academics & Research Affairs at MKU, officially inaugurated the inaugural Research and Innovation Conference 2025 at MKU Mombasa campus on February 25, 2025.  The theme was “Research, Entrepreneurship and Innovation for a Resilient Blue Economy”. Photo. BY James Wakahiu   By James Wakahiu Mount Kenya University (MKU) has hosted…

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MKU charts the road for SMEs to use modern technology to boost growth and sustainability

MKU DVC Dr  Mercyline Kamande presents a gift to Elegant Credit Ltd MD,Harrison Mutegi after the conclusion of a day long Symposium on Business opportunities for SMEs at the Mwai Kibaki Convention Center in Thika Town yesterday. Dr Harrison Kinyua Mutegi was the Chief guest. Photos By James Wakahiu Mount Kenya University (MKU) is exploring strategies…

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Private universities offer middle ground proposal on funding model

Photo/NAPUK Chairman Prof. Simon Gicharu who is also the Mount Kenya University (MKU) chairman and founder. Photo: Courtesy They want key agencies merged to form the National Students Financial Aid Corporation (NSFAC), significant policy and legal reforms By JAMES WAKAHIU Private universities in Kenya have proposed that students in both public and private universities be…

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Mount Kenya University’s School of Nursing re-accredited by Nursing Council of Kenya

Mount Kenya university ,Dean , School of Nursing Dr. George  Njoroge (left) MKU Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Deogratius JAGANYI  receive certificate of re-accreditation to offer nursing courses  from the Registrar ,Nursing Council of Kenya Dr. Lister Onsongo and Ann Mukuna, the  Director of Standards  at Nursing Council of Kenya as health science students look on. By James Wakahiu…

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 Kang’ata  targets more professionals from day secondary schools

The Mountain Journal editor@themountainjournal.co.ke Murang’a County Government has  initiated the Inua Masomo Programme, to transform and enhance access to education.  The programme rolled out in the 256 day schools will promote academic excellence among students in Day Secondary Schools. Launching  the programme at Kiria ini Girls High school, Governor Irungu Kang’ata said the programme will…

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Mbadi assure schools capitation on the way

The Mountain Journal editor@themountainjournal.co.ke Learning institutions are set to receive Sh48.8 billion from the government to facilitate free education. The announcement by Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi following the anxiety in the education sector over the delayed capitation after the schools opened. Mbadi, speaking in Kakamega county, urged the institution management to be patient and…

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Celebrations in tea areas as 65 candidates attain university entry grades

The Mountain Journal editor@themountainjournal.co.ke Sixty five KCSE candidates whose secondary education was sponsored by KTDA Foundation attained university entry grades. In a communication, KTDA leadership said 70 candidates sat  for the examination with 93 percent transiting  to the university. Two male candidates scored A plain and three candidates attained A minus,B+13,B 10, B-20,C+17. KTDA Holding…

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