Education

A growing number of African universities are shifting their focus from merely imparting knowledge to fostering entrepreneurship, equipping students to create jobs rather than just seeking them. Many student entrepreneurs struggle to secure funding beyond...

The United States (US) has historically played a crucial role in shaping higher education and research in Africa through academic partnerships, funding initiatives, and scholarship programs. If research funding and academic mobility continue to decline,...

Research and innovation are essential drivers of economic growth, social progress, and technological advancement in Kenya. With the country’s growing prominence as a research hub in East Africa, especially in sectors like agriculture, health,...

Unlike legitimate PhD programs that require years of rigorous research, coursework, and thesis defense, these schemes churn out “doctors” after just a few days or weeks, all for a hefty fee. Victims of degree mills...

While the intended benefits of the merger—such as eliminating funtional overlaps and improving regulatory efficiency—appear well-intentioned, a closer examination reveals potential risks that could undermine the quality, credibility, and oversight of Kenya’s education system. As...

Pioneers and successors of the school are counting achievements realized in academics, extracurricular activities, infrastructure and leadership. Senior Principal, Dr. Tabitha Mogonchi explains that the birth of the school was a game changer, saying it...

Education is often mistaken for the rigid process of regurgitating facts, cramming textbooks, and the unforgiving judgment of an exam script. But in its purest form, education is the cultivation of intellect, the refinement...

KNATCOM serves as the official liaison between Kenya and United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), ensuring the country aligns its policies with global educational, scientific, and cultural initiatives. In the cultural sphere, KNATCOM...

From research topic search, through literature reviews to data analysis, AI-powered tools offer unparalleled efficiency, helping researchers refine their ideas, improve writing quality, and streamline complex tasks. However, if students rely on AI to write...

Scientific research is built on the principles of rigor, transparency, and accountability. However, the rise of unethical practices threatens to undermine these ideals. To understand why such practices are on the rise, it is essential...