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13/08/2025

Whenever Mr. Omuga passed through the newsroom or the KBC corridors, you couldn’t help but pause. There was something magnetic about his presence; a quiet confidence and a voice that seemed to embrace everyone it addressed. I admired how effortlessly he carried himself, and how that same voice, which had reached millions, could still be warm in a casual greeting.

The Kenyan media fraternity is mourning the loss of one of its most distinctive and beloved voices. Veteran broadcaster Charles Omuga Kabisae passed away on Monday, August 11, 2025, after a long illness, leaving behind a rich legacy that spans decades in the service of journalism and public communic...

10/08/2025

🟦 Editor’s Note: Issue 33 – A Bolder, Brighter Scholar Media Africa

Welcome to a new chapter in the legacy of The Scholar Africa magazine! Issue 33 isn’t just another publication, it is a statement. A bold affirmation that Scholar Media Africa is evolving, rebranding, and reaffirming our commitment to deliver deeper, more compelling, and transformational storytelling across the continent and beyond. You will notice immediately: the face of the magazine has changed. The design is sleeker, the visuals sharper, and the pages more. Yes, we have increased the number of pages to ensure every edition carries even more value, insight, and impact for you, our cherished reader. Inside, you will experience a refined editorial voice, clearer navigation, and powerful content designed to spark ideas, conversation, and collaboration.
In This Landmark August 2025 Edition:
1. “Seeds of Peace, Roots of Hope”: Meet Dr. Nina Meyerhof, who is transforming trauma into leadership through peace education across West Africa and the world. (Pages 22–23)
2. “Revolutionizing Higher Education”: Discover how the Open University of Kenya is reshaping learning through fully virtual, tech-powered classrooms. (Pages 10–11)
3. “Rising Beyond the Hills”: Explore how Ichuni Girls High School is empowering Kenya’s next generation of women leaders. (Pages 6–7)
4. “Africa Rising Boldly”: Our conference special report relives the energy and excellence of the 2025 Inaugural Scholar Media Africa Conference and SMEGAfrica Excellence Awards. (Pages 12–19)
5. “Tech & Growth”: Tanya Innovations Africa is building solutions by Africans, for Africa. (Pages 24–25)
We also feature an in-depth analysis of Kenya’s education policy shift in “Don’t Betray the Learner”, and celebrate visionary institutions like Riara University, now chartered and positioned to lead higher education reform. (Pages 2–5).

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Welcome to Issue 33.
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05/08/2025

Kenya is awakening to the truth that slogans can’t build a nation: only bold action, honest leadership, and united purpose can. Our future is not a dream; it’s within reach.

Kenya’s greatest development crisis isn’t a lack of ambition — it’s a dangerous addiction to political short-termism. Every new government arrives with grand promises, fresh manifestos, and flashy slogans. But instead of building on existing plans, they abandon, rebrand, or repurpose past ef...

05/08/2025

To address the imbalance in remuneration, a new model is proposed—one that clearly distinguishes between what a person brings to the table academically and the role they occupy within an organization. Under this framework, an individual’s basic salary would be directly linked to their highest academic qualification, while allowances and benefits would be tied to the responsibilities and stature of the office held.

Kenya’s salary structures across both the public and private sectors are largely anchored on job titles and positions of authority rather than academic merit. In many institutions, the weight of one’s pay slip is determined more by the office one occupies than the level of education one has atta...

30/07/2025

The capitation programme, introduced during President Mwai Kibaki’s administration and expanded under President Uhuru Kenyatta was never meant to be a political talking point. It was a transformative social contract, one that assured even the most disadvantaged Kenyan child a fighting chance at success through education. Reducing or delaying these funds, as is already happening, undermines this foundational promise.

In what can only be described as a moment of deep contradiction within government ranks, recent statements on the future of Kenya’s free education programme have left education stakeholders, parents, school heads, and most importantly, millions of learners in an anxious limbo. On one hand, Treasur...

22/07/2025

In today’s volatile political landscape across Africa, businesses can no longer afford to focus solely on profits and operations—they must embed political risk at the heart of their strategy to survive and thrive in environments like Kenya, where governance dynamics, policy shifts, and electoral outcomes increasingly shape the business terrain.
https://scholarmedia.africa/political-analysis/beyond-the-balance-sheet-embedding-political-risk-at-the-heart-of-business-strategy-in-kenya/ Gilbert Ang'ana

Several businesses in Kenya have closed or scaled down operations over the past five years, with some attributing these closures to the political environment, alongside economic factors. In Kenya’s unpredictable political climate, doing business demands careful consideration. Although small and me...

22/07/2025

As Kenya pushes forward with its plan to merge state agencies, a silent squeeze is steadily taking hold—starving institutions into reluctant submission through unexplained budget cuts, frozen hiring, and non-renewal of contracts—sparking growing concern over the transparency, human impact, and long-term implications of these reforms on service delivery and public trust.

The Kenyan government’s longstanding plan to streamline operations by merging state corporations and agencies is quietly gaining traction—though not through bold declarations or sweeping reforms. Instead, a more discreet, calculated strategy is unfolding. Government agencies earmarked for consol...

22/07/2025

Discover how Article 37 of Kenya’s Constitution guarantees every citizen the right to peacefully assemble, demonstrate, picket, and present petitions to public authorities—rights that form the cornerstone of participatory democracy. This detailed analysis unpacks the legal foundations, practical implications, and the critical balance between civil liberties and public order, offering valuable insight into how Kenyans can exercise these freedoms responsibly and effectively.

The constitutional architecture of modern democratic states finds its strength not merely in the separation of powers or the establishment of institutions, but fundamentally in the sacred space carved out for citizen participation in governance. Article 37 of Kenya’s 2010 Constitution stands as a ...

18/06/2025

Curbing the growing menace of fake academic and professional certificates in Kenya calls for a multi-pronged, well-coordinated approach that goes beyond mere condemnation. It demands a firm resolve to reform systems, enforce laws, and restore integrity across institutions. One of the most urgent steps is strengthening the regulatory framework governing the issuance, verification, and recognition of qualifications.

Kenya is grappling with a disturbing surge in the use of fake academic and professional certificates—a trend that continues to undermine the integrity of institutions and threaten national development. The problem has permeated both public and private sectors. While officials at all levels of gove...

16/06/2025

Africa’s youth are no longer waiting in silence, they are rising with purpose. From defying fear to demanding justice, this younger generation is shaking the continent awake. But are we ready for them? In this bold feature, Elijah Nyaanga explores the unstoppable force of Africa’s youth and calls on leaders, parents, and institutions to rethink how we engage, guide, and partner with the changemakers of today and tomorrow.

Across Africa’s cities, townships, and digital corridors, a powerful movement is taking shape. A generation once labeled apathetic or rebellious is stepping into the limelight, not with fear, but with fierce clarity and courage. This is the era of Gen Z Africa Born into a continent grappling with ...

15/06/2025

🌍 Father's Day Message 2025 From Scholar Media Africa, Africa Chamber of Leaders (AFCoL), and Global Network Forum (GLONEF)

Today, we pause to honour and celebrate the fathers, father figures, and mentors who, with quiet strength and unwavering resolve, build nations from the foundation of families. Across Africa and the globe, fathers are more than providers; they are vision-bearers, protectors, teachers, and everyday heroes shaping generations with love, discipline, courage, and sacrifice.
At Scholar Media Africa, AFCoL, and GLONEF, we salute all fathers who are raising sons and daughters to be ethical leaders, bold innovators, and compassionate citizens. Your resilience in the face of adversity, your tireless pursuit of dignity, and your commitment to legacy remind us that leadership begins at home. As we pursue Daily Positive Change, we reaffirm our commitment to platforms that empower men to lead with integrity, nurture the next generation, and champion inclusive progress across our communities. Happy Father’s Day to every dad and male guardian making a difference. Your presence matters. Your impact is immeasurable. Your legacy is eternal.

With gratitude and respect,
Scholar Media Africa | Africa Chamber of Leaders | Global Network Forum
For a Better Africa. For a Better World.

06/06/2025

🌙 EID AL-ADHA MESSAGE From SMEGAfrica, AFCoL, and GLONEF ✨✨

As the blessed festival of Eid al-Adha graces us once again, we extend our heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all our Muslim colleagues herein. Eid al-Adha is not only a celebration of faith and devotion, it is a profound reminder of the virtues of sacrifice, obedience, unity, and compassion. At its core, this sacred occasion invites us to reflect on our shared humanity and to renew our commitment to service beyond self.
At Scholar Media Group Africa (SMEGAfrica), together with the Africa Chamber of Leaders (AFCoL) and the Global Network Forum (GLONEF), we celebrate this moment with deep gratitude for the relationships we have built, the lives we are transforming, and the impact we are collectively creating across Africa and the world. This Eid, we honour not only tradition, but also our mission:
1. To amplify authentic African voices,
2. To raise ethical and visionary leaders, and
3. To unite change-makers across the continent and beyond.
As we commemorate this season of sacrifice and generosity, may we all be inspired to give more, serve more, and love more for our communities, for our nations, and for Africa’s next generation.
May this Eid bring Peace in your hearts, Purpose in your journey, Prosperity in your homes, and Power in your impact.

Eid Mubarak!

With warm regards and blessings,

Mr. Elijah Nyaanga Scholarman Snr
Founder & CEO, Scholar Media Group Africa (SMEGAfrica)
President, Africa Chamber of Leaders (AFCoL)
Convener, Global Network Forum (GLONEF)
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