The Mountain Journal editor@themountainjournal.co.ke Mumbi Girls High School Principal Esther Wambugu has been transferred to Masii Girls in Machakos county. The action by the TSC on Ms Wambugu is the latest move in the big schools in Murang’a county in the recent past. In the handing over forum at the school, in a ceremony presided…
The Mountain Journal editor@themountainjournal.co.ke The Nairobi Gubernatorial hopeful Irungu Nyakera, graduated with a Masters in Business Administration at Oxford University. Nyakera termed the completion of his study as a milestone citing the numerous flights he made for two years from Nairobi to the London based Oxford University, almost every month for 10 days. “ Each…
The Mountain Journal editor@themountainjournal.co.ke Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has outlined the benefits of the community projects facilitated by the NG CDF, calling on Kenya to initiate a debate to increase allocation to the kitty. The MP defended the existence of the NG-CDF kitty, describing it as a vital tool for sustained grassroots development, thus debate…
Photo/Mr. Joachim Stamp, Special Federal Commissioner for Migration Agreements, Germany making his speech at MKU Thika main campus By James Wakahiu/The Mountain Journal editor@themountainjournal.co.ke As joblessness continues to wreak havoc in Kenya, the labour migration pact between Germany and Kenya is increasingly bearing fruits by creating pathways for young people to access skills training, employment…
James Wakahiu/The Mountain Journal editor@themountainjournal.co.ke Mount Kenya University drama students presented various items during the (MDD) East Africa Music, dance and drama festival in Kampala Uganda. The festival took place from the 18th to 24th August 2025. Among the exciting performances presented were the solo dance, stand-up comedy, solo verse, spoken word, mime, narrative and live broadcast. The…
By James Wakahiu editor@themountainjournal.co.ke Arts, music and sports emerge as beacons of unity amid Kenya’s political rifts As Kenya continues to navigate political tensions between government and opposition leaders, the power of the arts is emerging as a unifying force, bringing communities together across tribal and ideological divides. Photo/ MKU students who participated in this…
“We will be back in 2026” – MKU Management vows after Kenyatta University ran away with the top prize in the institutions of higher learning category By James Wakahiu Mount Kenya University (MKU)’s winning streak in the national music festivals was evident this year as the fete closed on Saturday August 16th, with top…
By Aaron Muthomi/Mountain Journal editor@themountainjournal.co.ke Taita schools have made a commanding mark at the 6th National Amani Debate Competition, held at Alliance High School, with two teams clinching top national honours and earning their place at the East African stage. Murray Girls High School Amani Club took the crown in the English Secondary School Debate…
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…
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…
