Mount Kigali University Orientation Empowers First years Journey
On January 6th and 7th, Mount Kigali University (MKU) warmly welcomed its newest students through a two-day orientation program. The event, organized and led by the Dean of Students, was a foundational experience introducing students to university life, academic expectations, and the array of resources available to support their journey. The orientation sessions provided invaluable […]
MKU’s Ban Caps and Hats for security purpose in the campus premises
Mount Kigali University (MKU) has recently implemented a policy prohibiting students from wearing caps and hats on campus. The DVC FAIA Dr. John Nyirigila says, “We have banned wearing caps and hats at the campus for security purposes.” However, the administration clarifies that this is not a new rule but an enforcement of the existing dress […]
Mass Media and Communication Students Tour MKU Studios
On January 7th, students embarking on their Bachelor of Arts in Mass Media and Communication Studies at Mount Kigali University (MKU) were given a special tour of the university’s state-of-the-art studios. The event was designed to introduce the students to the cutting-edge facilities that will play a pivotal role in their practical learning throughout their […]
Parents warned against delaying children’s return to school
The National Examination and School Inspection Authority (NESA) has officially set the return dates for boarding school students across all districts in the country. Transportation services will commence today, January 3, 2025. Police officers and volunteers at Nyamirambo Pele Stadium in Kigali guide students returning to school. Their assistance ensures students board the correct buses […]
Rwandans Celebrate the New Year with Joy and Reflection
As 2024 came to an end, Rwandans welcomed the New Year with celebrations that blended tradition, spirituality, and vibrant festivities. While some enjoyed intimate moments with family, others found renewal and hope in church services or joined the crowds for spectacular public events. The City of Kigali hosted breathtaking fireworks displays at venues like Canal […]
Chorale de Kigali Promises Spectacular Christmas Carols Concert 2024
The countdown to Christmas has begun, and Kigali’s holiday season is about to get a lot brighter. Chorale de Kigali is set to bring festive magic to the city with its much-loved Christmas Carols Concert (CCC) on December 22, 2024, at BK Arena. Chorale de Kigali rehearsing as they prepare for the Christmas concert. Photo by Kibibi Ally Thierry Known for […]
Mount Kigali University’s German language programme bears fruit as first graduate lands job in Austria
Nursing graduate Aubin Byishimo has become the first Mount Kigali University’s German language programme student to secure a healthcare job in Austria. He will soon be joined by ten other students finalising their paperwork to pursue nursing careers in German-speaking countries, notably Germany and Austria. These students are reaping the rewards of seizing the opportunity […]
Finding Hope in Rwanda: Stories of International Students at Mount Kigali University
When war brought life to a standstill in Sudan, Zhra Elola knew she had to leave.With her dreams of becoming a medical laboratory scientist hanging by a thread, she turned to social media and discovered Mount Kigali University on TikTok. Zhra Elola, student studying Medical Laboratory Sciences in Mount Kigali University. “I was studying in […]
January 2025 Intake
‘Climate action must be collective’: Rwanda’s rallying call at COP29
Rwanda has once again cemented its position as a leader in climate action. At the recently concluded 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, Environment Minister Dr. Valentine Uwamariya delivered a passionate address urging global leaders to take collective action against climate change. Speaking to delegates from around the world, Uwamariya highlighted […]
