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February 9, 2026
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MKU Grants Duncan Kibet Unconditional Admission After 250km Trek

MKU Grants Duncan Kibet Unconditional Admission After 250km Trek

MKU Founder Prof. Simon Gicharu praised Kibet’s determination, saying his journey reflects the transformative power of education. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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Duncan Kibet, a 27-year-old Kenyan, has been granted unconditional admission by Mount Kenya University (MKU) for a Bachelor of Education degree after he trekked 250 kilometers to Nairobi in an effort to raise school fees. This admission comes 11 years after he completed high school, having postponed his university dreams to support his younger brother's education.

  • Kibet walked for four days, starting on January 28, documenting his journey on social media to attract sponsorship.
  • Mount Kenya University (MKU) founder Prof. Simon Gicharu praised Kibet's determination, highlighting his resilience as an embodiment of education's transformative power.
  • Initially, Kibet raised approximately KSh12,000 through a WhatsApp group and well-wishers during his trek from Bomet.

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