The erosion of intellect: How digital convenience and AI will overshadow critical thinking in varsity students
In an era defined by instant information and pervasive digital tools, the foundational pillar of higher education, the cultivation of independent, critical thought, is increasingly under threat. Universities, once bastions of rigorous debate and deep analysis, are grappling with concerns. While technology offers unprecedented access to knowledge, it simultaneously risks fostering a generation of students […]
From poetry to policy: My journey through YALI and the African Union
In a pool of over 5,000 applicants from across East Africa, I was selected to be among 100 young leaders invited to Nairobi, Kenya, to participate in the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI), Cohort 59. I joined the Civic Leadership track, filled with young changemakers from diverse backgrounds, all united by a single mission: to […]
Is traditional journalism really dying in the digital age?
A Harvard graduate student was once asked in a job interview at The New York Times why she would pursue a career in an industry that might not survive the decade. This question underscores a growing concern: the internet’s dominance is reshaping the media landscape, and traditional journalism is struggling to adapt. “TV’s biggest threat […]
Has Moses Turahirwa finally pushed the boundaries too far?
A few years ago, Moses Turahirwa was Rwanda’s creative darling, a fashion visionary who redefined the essence of local design. As the founder of Moshions, he didn’t just make clothes. He made statements. His brand fused Rwandan tradition with contemporary flair, turning “Made in Rwanda” into something stylish, respected, and internationally recognized. It was not […]
Shaped into Purposeful Citizens: Rwandan Youth Underscore the Necessity of Civic Education
In Rwanda, civic literacy—or civic education—refers to the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for individuals to participate effectively in civic and democratic processes. Following the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, this program has played a pivotal role in fostering unity, reconciliation, and a sense of national identity. Targeted at young people who have completed their […]
Reflecting on Mount Kenya University Rwanda’s Rebranding a Year Later
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Social media is enjoyable and a great way to decompress, but for those who pay ‘attention’, it can also be a source of cash through endorsements, influence, and likes. Even better, it can be a place to learn new skills, including public manners. As you scroll through your feeds, albeit sometimes it depends on the […]
Graduation; an end to one journey and the beginning of another
In a month’s time, Mount Kenya University Rwanda(MKUR) will be holding its 24th graduation ceremony, a significant milestone to prospective graduates. Graduation marks the end of one journey, and a beginning of a new chapter; filled with dreams and expectations, as well as opportunities and challenges. For the graduates, its vital that you go into […]
Inside Kigali’s ‘Land force’
It’s not every day that the word ‘force’ is used when referring to road transport. Today however, allow me to use it: until I get to use ‘air force’ as a means of transport, ‘land force’, in all its diversity, is my means of transport. Let me take you down memory lane to when I […]
Young architect shares tips on how to excel in the career
“Money isn’t what makes designing wonderful, seeing the fruits of countless hours spent designing does”- Daniel Sangwa. When engineering came to a standstill after the breakout of COVID-19, Daniel awakened his ‘long-buried’ passion for designing. Having studied Civil engineering at university and worked in the field for a while, Daniel noticed a need for a […]
