2025 Intake Open University of Kenya
2025 Intake Open University of Kenya

Benvictor Makau

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Mr. Makau holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Linguistics, Media & Communication from Moi University, Kenya. He is a Columnist and Editor with Scholar Media Africa, with a keen interest in Education, Health, Climate Change, and Literature.
Prof. Rodney Rogers (R), President of the Bowling Green State University, USA, poses for a photo with Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) CEO James Njiru (L) in Kisumu on Saturday, May 27, 2023, after he made a historic visit to Kenya. PHOTO/Kefa Otiso.
In 2015, BGSU and Kisii University inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to promote joint research and faculty and student exchanges. At the invitation of Prof. Otiso, the President of BGSU, Prof. Rodney Rodgers, visited Kenya for a week recently. The US-funded, high-profile project, which seeks to understand the ecology, spatial distribution, and toxicity patterns of the Microcystis-dominated harmful algal...
A section of the Journalism Club members and their Patron, Cosmas Nyabuti (far right), pose for a photo after a session with Scholar Media Africa team. Beyond promoting academic excellence, Mwongori High School has been keen in identifying and nurturing talent. PHOTO/Dan Nyamanga, Scholar Media Africa.
Motivating the top students and the staff has been taken to heart, with the learners being regularly exposed to mentors, motivational speakers, and examiners to parade them for success. The school exhibits a high level of discipline, with indiscipline cases being rare. Their target is to attain a mean score of 9.50 and above. We have set aside extra hours for the...
Some of the Kereri Girls High School alumni introducing themselves on June 3, 2023, after they visited the school for a two-day mentorship program with their school. Alumni engagement in schools is a resource worth tapping by all schools for students' benefit. PHOTO/Kereri Girls.
A school’s alumni base offers numerous educational opportunities for its current students.  Kereri Girls High School alumni visited their alma mater for a two-day mentorship program with the students. The school is targeting a mean of 8.48 in the 2023 KCSE examinations. The mentorship program will go a long way to improve their performance, social life and all other aspects pertaining to...
Top students showcase their revision books after getting awarded. With them are Mrs. Rebecca Ondicho (in front), Deputy Principal Administration, Mrs. Jane Nyanumba, Principal (center), BoM Chair, Dr. Charles Nyandusi (next to principal) and a teacher (far end). PHOTO/Tombe Girls.
As of today, it is a center of excellence for a whopping 1320 girls. Every weekday, the teachers curve out time and avail themselves for academic consultation by students.  The principal and her staff have also been keen on rewarding the students’ efforts. We are a school of choice because we nurture our girls academically, spiritually and discipline-wise, shaping them to fit...
Invited guests and a section of the school management join Chief Principal Albert Ombiro (right) in cake cutting during thanksgiving on May 26, 2023, at Cardinal Otunga High School grounds. PHOTO/Boaz Khuteka, Scholar Media Africa.
The school's Chief Principal is constantly equipping the institution to further reclaim its glory of topping the national examinations and becoming Kenya One. In 2022 KCSE, all students from the school qualified for direct university entry. All the students who scored an A in 2022 national examinations were awarded during the celebration. I request for holistic support because, indeed, that is...
An E-poster with details of the mental health awareness conversation. PHOTO/AMWIK.
Poor mental health can immensely lower productivity in the workplace. Some of the triggers of mental health are tied to workplace stressors. Positive psychology helps us build and align ourselves to positive mindsets, making it easy to battle most triggers. Hugging, speaking up, holding hands, hydration, and a balanced diet is essential in maintaining mental wellness. We need to normalize mental health...
Edinah Kangwana, MBS, MHC., a transformational woman leader and governance expert, admiring her Moran of the Burning Spear (MBS) Presidential Award which she was accorded last year to recognize her impactful leadership and community service. PHOTO/Courtesy.
She is a former banker and county executive with a heart for young people and women. Her life is characterized by a pursuit of transformational leadership from the grassroots upwards. A sought-after speaker who has spoken on local and global platforms. As you grow, grow others; light others’ candles. The world is so dark, and your light alone cannot illuminate...
Dr. Walter Okibo, a mental health champion and boy child advocate, delivering his presentation on the issue of Men's Mental Health in today's era. PHOTO/Courtesy.
Suicide cases, with mental disorders being a major trigger, are affecting more Kenyan men than women. Things went haywire long ago and need redemption. The role of ensuring one another's mental wellness is on everyone's shoulders. Much as you’re growing through empowerment, grow to help us so that your empowerment will not turn to a threat against men Dr. Walter Okibo, Boy...
Staff, stakeholders and invited guests follow proceedings during the celebrations at St. Patrick's Day Secondary School Mosocho on April 19, 2023. PHOTO/Courtesy.
The school started as a Coaching Program for a handful of students by CMM Brothers. Resilience and hard work define the entire journey. The Silver Jubilee celebrations mark the milestones made over time and define the school's future. Famously known as CP, St. Patrick’s Secondary School Mosocho began in 1995 as a Coaching Program (CP) by the CMM Brothers, led by...
Dr. Walter Okibo, MBS, MHC, a multi-award winning visionary and transformational leader, entrepreneur, strategist, consultant and policy maker, presenting during a training for leaders recently. PHOTO/Arise Circle KE.
Organizations are constantly in transition. Investing in the training of staff is today's way out. In recruitment, scouting for talent is paramount, and so is retaining it. Organizations should know the go-to people for staff coaching, for vibrant productivity. It is not about using your energy, but about using your mindDr. Walter Okibo.  Today, digital migrations, stiffer and more complicated competition, the need...