Mount Kigali University has officially gained independence, with the appointment of Prof Egara Kabaji as its inaugural Chancellor.
Formerly operating as Mount Kenya University–Kigali Campus, the institution has now transitioned into a fully autonomous Rwandan university.
Prof Simon Gicharu, Chair of the University Governing Council and founder of Mount Kenya University, made the announcement.
Prof Gicharu noted that the university is now poised to broaden its academic offerings and scale up research activities focused on local and regional development priorities.
The transition received approval from Rwanda’s Higher Education Council, which praised the move as pivotal in enhancing the country’s capacity to deliver top-tier university education and attract students from across Africa.
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Calling the development a “transformative moment” for higher education in Rwanda, Prof Gicharu expressed confidence in Prof Kabaji’s ability to lead the university forward.
“Prof Kabaji offers a wealth of academic experience, strong leadership, and a deep understanding of educational needs in the region,” Gicharu said. “His appointment ushers in a new chapter for Mount Kigali University and bolsters efforts toward regional academic excellence.”
Prof Kabaji, a veteran scholar and renowned literary critic, reaffirmed his dedication to advancing quality education, innovation, and impactful research at the institution.
Academic journey
Prof. Kabaji holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and a Master of Arts Degree from Kenyatta University, alongside an MBA in Strategic Management from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT). He earned his PhD from the University of South Africa (UNISA) and is currently the only professor of Literary Communication in Kenya. A literary critic and creative writer, he contributes widely across refereed journals, books, broadcast, and print media.
Renowned as a public intellectual, Prof. Kabaji writes extensively on literature, culture, and education. He is among Kenya’s most prolific children’s authors, with over thirty published works to his name. A Fulbright Scholar, he continues to shape academic discourse through various platforms, including his latest initiative—EGARA KABAJI TV, a YouTube channel focused on research and scholarly content.
By Joseph Mambili
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