Category: Education
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A bright student from Isiolo County is on the verge of missing out on her university education despite excelling in last year’s Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE). Eighteen-year-old Saafo Adam, who scored a Grade A–, has secured admission to Uzima University in Kisumu County and is expected to report on September 8, 2025. However,…
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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has emerged as one of the most vocal champions of Kenya’s Competency-Based Education (CBE). As the country prepares to admit its first Grade 10 cohort into senior secondary school, he frequently points to the reform as a turning point. That moves Kenya’s education beyond examinations to a system that not only…
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Telvin Ochieng’s Path to South Dakota, USA Opportunities From his roots in Kenya to the academic halls of South Dakota State University (SDSU), Telvin Billy Ochieng is stepping into an exciting new chapter of his life. With a bachelor’s degree in Geospatial Engineering, he has always been fascinated by the power of data. Now, as…
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Shanice Nungari’s Journey from Nakuru, Kenya to South Dakota For Shanice Nungari, stepping into her next chapter as a master’s student at the University of South Dakota is more than an academic pursuit—it is the fulfillment of a long-held dream. Born and raised in Nakuru County, Kenya, Shanice is preparing to pursue a Master of…
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Principal Credits Bob Mwiti’s Legacy at Nkubu High At Nkubu High School in Meru County, mentorship is more than just a program—it’s a tradition that continues to transform young lives. Principal Gitonga Imunya expressed his deep gratitude during this year’s annual mentorship day, an event organized by the school’s alumni to empower students in making…
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From Kiambu to South Dakota: Simon Kanya’s MBA Journey For Simon Kanya, traveling from Kiambu County to the United States is more than a personal win—it’s a chance to inspire young people in his community. Soon, he will be joining the University of South Dakota to pursue a Master’s in Business Administration, building on his…
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Drastic Fall in US Student Visa Arrivals Concerns Institutions Washington, D.C., September 2025 – In July 2025, the United States witnessed a dramatic decline in international student arrivals, triggering alarm among colleges and universities nationwide. This drastic fall in U.S. student arrivals is causing significant concern. Data from the International Trade Administration revealed that overall…
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How I Secured My US F-1 Visa and Conquered Challenges For Simon Kanya from Kiambu County, earning admission to the University of South Dakota for his Master’s in Business Administration was a dream come true. But one final hurdle stood between him and his new academic journey in America—the U.S. F-1 visa interview. Simon approached…
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From Kirinyaga to Michigan: Andrew’s Data Science Dream Andrew Maina Wanyeki from Kirinyaga County, Kenya is heading to the United States to join Grand Valley State University in Michigan for a Master’s in Data Science and Analytics. Andrew’s academic journey began at Dagoretti High School, where he graduated in 2018. In 2019, he enrolled at…
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Dr Wachiuri Honored as Philanthropist of the Year 2025 Dr. George Wachiuri, the visionary Founder and CEO of Optiven, has been awarded the Philanthropist of the Year 2025 by the prestigious Top Excellence Awards. This accolade comes in recognition of his outstanding and consistent contributions. His efforts in transforming lives and uplifting communities through the…