From shadows to sunshine: A student’s journey to overcoming addiction
Marlesh, a university student in Kigali, once found himself trapped in the dark corners of addiction during his early days on campus. But through determination and support, he turned his life around—now inspiring others with his story of resilience and hope. Marlesh’s struggles began in his first year, during a time when academic pressure and […]
Transforming learning: The Education Collaborative hosts 4-day conference in Rwanda
Rwanda has once again placed itself at the forefront of education transformation in Africa, hosting The Education Collaborative’s June Convening—a four-day gathering of university leaders, student changemakers, and policymakers from across the continent. Held at the Marriott Hotel in Kigali from June 17 to 20, 2025, the convening aims to shift the spotlight back to […]
Mount Kigali University VC lauds the appointment of Prof Kabaji as Chancellor
Mount Kigali University Vice-Chancellor Dr Martin Kimemia has congratulated Prof Egara Kabaji on his appointment as the university’s Chancellor. Said Dr Kimemia: “I congratulate Prof Kabaji, and welcome him to our esteemed university. We look forward to working closely with him to take Mount Kigali University to even greater heights.” The university’s board announced the […]
Mental health in crisis: What university students are too afraid to say
It’s 3:27 a.m. when Vanessa finally puts her phone down, not because she’s done with studying, but because her chest feels too heavy to breathe. She hasn’t told anyone she’s been crying almost every night this week. To her classmates, she looks like she has it all together. But inside, she’s silently falling apart. Across […]
Mount Kigali University strengthens institutional excellence through policy and professional development
Mount Kigali University is making significant progress towards establishing itself as a world-class institution, as staff were urged to uphold the principles of policy, accountability, and quality by Vice-Chancellor Dr Martin Kimemia during the two-day Assurance Tools and Policy Training Seminar and Leadership Orientation, held on 12–13 June 2025 at Kigali Paramount Hotel. Addressing both […]
Mount Kigali University lines up new infrastructure expansion projects
Mount Kigali is moving ahead with additional infrastructure projects following the completion of the new tuition block. The university’s founder, Professor Simon Gicharu, recently revealed that additional developments are underway, including the construction of a hostel facility with a capacity of over 800 students and a new state-of-the-art classroom block. These infrastructure projects are part […]
Remembering Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o: A voice for decolonization and literature
The literary world mourns the passing of Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, the iconic Kenyan novelist, playwright, and critic, who died on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at 87. His death marks the end of a monumental chapter in the global struggle for cultural and intellectual liberation, a testament to the written word’s power to transform. Born James […]
Masaka Early Childhood Center close to launch, backed by MKU and Imbuto foundation
The Masaka Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC), a model initiative aimed at nurturing the future of Rwanda’s youngest citizens, is close to its official launch as construction nears completion. A recent joint site visit by officials from Imbuto Foundation and Mount Kigali University revealed that the center is nearly ready to open its doors. The […]
The price of luxury: MKU students speak out on ‘Sponsors’
For many young people, life at university is filled with aspirations, dreams, and, at times, financial struggles. Some students work part-time jobs to make ends meet, while others find themselves drawn into a more controversial means of survival, transactional sponsorship. This arrangement, where a ‘sponsor,’ mostly men, provide financial or material benefits in exchange for […]
Guardians of memory: The role of youth in genocide commemoration
Every year, in April, Rwanda enters a period of national mourning to commemorate the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi—a time marked by reflection, remembrance, and renewed commitment to unity. Known as Kwibuka, the 100-day commemoration includes various activities such as educational discussions, memorial site visits, and the Walk to Remember. Increasingly, young Rwandans are stepping up […]
