Hybrid United Nations ECOSOC 2026 Side Event
Mount Kenya University is the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 9 Hub Chair for 3 years (2025-2027) as shown on the following link – https://www.un.org/en/academic-impact/unai-sdg-hub-9 . The university is therefore mandated to support UN initiatives, including SDGs promotion and, with special reference SDG 9 on Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure through the […]
UnIRP Migration Committee Concludes Transformative Three-Day Workshop
The University’s UnIRP Migration Committee successfully concluded a three-day intensive workshop in Sagana, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s digital transformation journey. The workshop, held from 15th to 17th December, 2025, brought together representatives from key departments to validate systems, align workflows, and enhance institutional readiness ahead of the planned University-wide rollout in January […]
MKU Sports Teams End the Year on a High as Young Talent Shines at KUSF National Games
Mount Kenya University (MKU) has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to nurturing student talent through sports after an impressive performance at the Kenya University Sports Federation (KUSF) National Games. The University finished third overall at the highly competitive championship, securing a remarkable medal haul of 21 gold, 25 silver, and 26 bronze medals. MKU […]
Courses on offer at MKU centre for Professional Development
Practical Skills | Professional Growth | Global Competence ABOUT CPD The Centre for Professional Development (CPD) offers professional courses, short courses, and foreign languages designed to enhance employability, career progression, and workplace performance. WHY ENROLL AT CPD PROFESSIONAL COURSES SHORT COURSES FOREIGN LANGUAGES Enhance global opportunities through practical language training:French | German | English| Spanish
From high school DJ to founding Mount Kenya University: Story of our Founder
When Kenyans were asked to nominate The Star Person of the Year, an individual who has profoundly shaped the nation through enterprise, academia or social impact, one of the names that resonated strongly was that of Prof Simon Gicharu, the founder and chairman of Mount Kenya University and Mount Kigali University in Rwanda. Gicharu has […]
Mount Kenya University Awards Full Scholarship to Kenyan Environmentalist Truphena Muthoni
MKU Foundation turns dreams into a reality Mount Kenya University is proud to announce that Truphena Muthoni, a passionate Kenyan environmentalist, has been awarded a Full Scholarship Educational Support to pursue her studies at MKU starting January 2026. Truphena is an Environmentalist & Climate Advocate who raises awareness on climate change, tree planting, forest conservation, […]
First winner unveiled as MKU launches Sh100 million alumni award scheme
On November 5, Mount Kenya University sent out a powerful message to its alumni as well as the general public. It unveiled the first winner of its Sh6.5-million alumni award – Mr Lawrence Lorunyei Ekiru, a Member of County Assembly (MCA) representing Nachola Ward in Samburu County. Just before that announcement, MKU Chairman Prof Simon […]
FACT SHEET: Understanding Degree Duration in MKU
1. How long does it take to study for a degree in Mount Kenya University? The duration varies depending on the specific Bachelor’s programme. and the university’s academic calendar. At MKU, we strictly comply with the guidelines of the Commission for University Education (CUE) and all other regulators. We operate a trimester system, offering 3 […]
