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Apr
27

Mount Kenya University Donates Computers to Kaharo Girls High School

As part of its ongoing commitment to uplifting communities and transforming lives, Mount Kenya University has donated 10 computers to Kaharo Girls High School in Murang’a County. Located in Murang’a South Sub-county, Nginda Ward, the school is the only county girls’ school in the area, serving approximately 850 students—many from humble backgrounds with limited access […]

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Apr
27

2000 EDCE Teachers Conference At MKU Thika graced By Kiambu County Governor.

(ECDE programme’s relevance to the national and global development blueprints, the Kenya Vision 2030 and Sustainable development Goals, was also explained). Mount Kenya University hosted the Kiambu County’s Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) workshop in April 2026.  The well attended 3 days event brought together close to 2000 ECDE teachers from across the county, tens […]

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Apr
14

Mount Kenya University Strengthens Global Academic Collaboration in Estonia

Mount Kenya University (MKU) continues to expand its international presence through a successful academic visit to Pärnu College, University of Tartu in Estonia, Europe. The MKU delegation, which included Dr. Mercyline Kamande, Dr. Jane Wambui Kanjuru, and Elijah Mutegi, was warmly hosted by Garri Raagmaa and Teele Luks alongside other staff members and students. A […]

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Apr
11

School of Pharmacy Hosts Tree Planting Day to Promote Learning, Research and Environmental Stewardship

The School of Pharmacy on 2nd April 2026 hosted a Tree Planting Day under the theme “Growing a Living Herbarium for Learning, Research and Environmental Stewardship.” The event brought together students, university staff, partners, and external donors and the community in Thika in a collaborative effort to promote environmental sustainability and academic innovation. The initiative […]

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Apr
08

MKU hosts successful orientation for DIBeL students

Mount Kenya University successfully welcomed its new cohort of Distance Institution-Based Electronic Learning (DIBEL) students during a well-organized orientation held on 7th April, 2026. The orientation marked an important step in integrating new learners into the university community while equipping them with essential knowledge and tools for their academic journey. The orientation program was designed […]

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Apr
08

Mount Kenya University Upgrades Kigumo Secondary School Computer Lab

MKU has strengthened its commitment to community empowerment by donating 10 computers to Kigumo Secondary School, a mixed day school for boys and girls located in Githunguri, Kiambu County. The school, which serves a growing student population and boasts a strong alumni network, offers Computer Studies and the Science pathway at the senior school level. […]

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Apr
07

Mount Kenya University Signs Strategic MoU with CAfRIC Centre to Advance Mental Health Care

Date: Monday, 30 March 2026Time: 3:00 PMPartner: CAfRIC Centre Mount Kenya University (MKU) has formalized a strategic partnership with CAfRIC Centre through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking a significant step toward strengthening mental health training, service delivery, and community outreach in Kenya. Through this collaboration, MKU students pursuing mental health-related disciplines […]

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Apr
02

Mount Kenya University Donates Mattresses to Thika Rescue Centre

Mount Kenya University has reaffirmed its commitment to community service through a meaningful donation of mattresses to the Thika Children’s Rescue Centre. The initiative was carried out under the University’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme. The Thika Children’s Rescue Centre, located in Kiambu County, plays a vital role in rescuing and rehabilitating vulnerable children, particularly […]

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