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05/09/2026

We have been receiving a lot of leaks from Kaimosi Friends University insiders, and one can only wonder whether the top leadership, led by Prof. Mwita, is under siege or simply losing control of the Institution to politicians.

For the avoidance of doubt, we still strongly believe in Prof. Mwita and his leadership. However, something clearly does not seem right.

Whether he is under pressure, fighting internal battles, or simply choosing not to confront certain issues remains to be seen.

Only time will tell. And when it does, we will write it here.

Tharaka University sits in one of the country’s semi-arid regions, yet look at that field! It's among the best in the co...
05/09/2026

Tharaka University sits in one of the country’s semi-arid regions, yet look at that field! It's among the best in the country. You could easily mistake it for a carpet.

The "before" photo was taken approx. 3 years ago.

This kind of transformation doesn’t happen by luck. It takes planning, commitment, consistency, and, most importantly, a leadership that refuses to accept “this is how things have always been done.”

The VC Prof Muriungi is a living proof that when leaders have a genuine desire to change things, even the most difficult environment can be transformed.

Three days ago, we asked you who your preferred presidential candidate would be. The results are resoundingly clear, ......
05/09/2026

Three days ago, we asked you who your preferred presidential candidate would be. The results are resoundingly clear, .... Edwin Sifuna is the preferred candidate among the highly educated Kenyans who participated in our poll.

What’s also interesting is that Rigathi Gachagua is the least appealing candidate among the highly educated fellas.

Go Sifuna, go!

If you know Sifuna, please tell him Higher Education News would love to host him for a conversation on education. We have plenty of questions. 🎓

The Technical University of Kenya VC, Prof. Benedict Mutua, has announced that all first-year students should start atte...
05/09/2026

The Technical University of Kenya VC, Prof. Benedict Mutua, has announced that all first-year students should start attending lectures from Monday, even if they haven’t paid a shilling.

The VC has also assured the new students that the Government has extended the loan and scholarship application deadline to 21st September 2026, giving those who had not yet applied more time to do so.

05/09/2026

On Friday, cleanliness and decent dressing were the gate passes to gaining entry to Bomet University.

This means if a university decides to care about the learning environment and values it wants to promote, you will never see some of the funny dressing styles we keep witnessing in our Institutions.

Yesterday, the Kenya Highlands University VC Prof. Joseph Kiplangat welcomed the first years with a powerful message on ...
05/09/2026

Yesterday, the Kenya Highlands University VC Prof. Joseph Kiplangat welcomed the first years with a powerful message on how to make the most of their university journey.

Here is his advice:

🟢 Attend classes punctually and take your academics seriously.

🟢 Work hard and work smart. Be intentional with your time, talents and opportunities.

🟢 Pursue your dreams wholeheartedly, with focus, consistency and determination.

🟢 Keep learning and improving yourself. University is about more than just earning a degree.

🟢 Choose your friends wisely. Surround yourself with people who motivate you to become better.

🟢 Build your character, skills and attitudes alongside your academic knowledge.

🟢 Use your education to serve, lead and make a positive impact in society.

🟢 Take responsibility for keeping the university environment clean and conducive.

🟢 Participate in Chapel services and make spiritual growth part of your university experience.

🟢 Above all, remain disciplined, purposeful and responsible for the choices you make.

If you are among those joining KHU, consider yourself lucky. You have joined an institution that genuinely cares about holistic learning, character development, discipline and professionalism — all guided by strong Christian values.

May your journey be successful, fulfilling and richly blessed.

A section of comrades in public universities and TVETs are officially in shopping mode and suddenly, they are in love mo...
05/09/2026

A section of comrades in public universities and TVETs are officially in shopping mode and suddenly, they are in love more than ever, after receiving their HELB upkeep funds.

But allow us to remind them:

✅ If you can, pay 90% or more of the money to clear your household tuition fees.

✅ Upkeep money is a loan. You will have to repay it.

✅ Don’t rush to buy electronics and expensive clothes

✅ And please, don’t use your upkeep to fund the other gender. 😭

If you are a first-year student, take this advice seriously.

The most important thing on campus is to clear your household contribution. Trust us : once your fees are paid, you will always find a way to survive, unless you are lazy.

Students rarely defer because they lack accommodation or food. They defer far more often because of unpaid tuition fees.

And why this matters beyond today is that many universities are likely to enforce their fee payment policies more strictly now that the government has removed direct funding to them.

Don’t say we didn’t warn you when you miss your exams because you spent your upkeep money elsewhere.

Enjoy the money responsibly. Clear your fees first, and your future self will thank you.

These were the beautiful scenes at Chuka University today! Every comrade wanted to have a selfie with the VC.The setup a...
04/09/2026

These were the beautiful scenes at Chuka University today! Every comrade wanted to have a selfie with the VC.

The setup alone is enough for other institutions to come for benchmarking.

Congratulations 🎉 to all comrades for making it to the only prophetic university, Chuka University.

You have joined an institution where efficiency, technology, development, leadership and students experience is a given a priority.

In 2025, experts at Meru University hit the headlines after seeking patent for their innovation of developing miraa ener...
04/09/2026

In 2025, experts at Meru University hit the headlines after seeking patent for their innovation of developing miraa energy drink, w**e, chewing gum and flavored sachet bags.

The goal of the product was to modernize how miraa and muguka are consumed, improve hygiene compared to raw chewing, and increase economic value through processing.

It's in 2026, and we can't find this juice anywhere in our supermarkets. What happened to this innovation?

Many parents have pointed fingers at Kibabii University for accepting a donation of male condoms.What they may not know ...
04/09/2026

Many parents have pointed fingers at Kibabii University for accepting a donation of male condoms.

What they may not know is tha all serious public universities in Kenya provide free condoms to comrades.

In fact, you should be more relieved than angry when your child is in a university that makes them available.

The reality that many people won't tell you is that some comrades cannot even afford condoms, yet they are s*xually active.

So, stop looking at university students as little kids who need to be sheltered from reality. They are young adults making adult decisions, and universities have a responsibility to help them make those decisions more safely.

Sometimes, providing condoms isn't encouraging s*x. It's simply an intervention designed to protect your child from the consequences of unsafe s*x, which they are having in plenty more than you can imagine.

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