Jacob Yen Alier's inspiring journey from refugee camp to Mastercard Foundation Scholar leader
Jul 12, 2024 - By Jacob Yen and Brenda Odhiambo Jacob Yen Alier's story is one of determination and the transformative power of education. Born and raised in South Sudan, Jacob's life took a dramatic turn when civil war forced him to flee his home and seek refuge...    

Kenya to the U.S.: Do more to stop the illegal flow of weapons to Haitis criminal gangs
Jul 5, 2024 - By Doug Barry Americans should thank Kenya for putting its soldiers and police officers in harm’s way by leading an UN-backed effort to prevent Haiti from becoming a failed state. But as close friends and allies, we need to be honest about...    

World Refugee Day profile: Divine Mugisha, BA. Psychology
Jul 5, 2024 - By Divine Mugisha and Brenda Odhiambo For World Refugee Day, we sat down with Divine Mugisha, a Mastercard Foundation Scholar at USIU-Africa in her second year in the BA Psychology program. Divine comes from Dzaleka Refugee Camp in Malawi, where...    

USIU-Africa holds Men's Mental Health Awareness Breakfast
Jul 5, 2024 - By John Sande Men's Mental Health Month, observed every June, is devoted to raising awareness about the mental health issues afflicting men, and empowering them to speak openly and seek help. In general, men's mental prosperity is often ignored by...    

Alumni Profile: Purity Wanjiru
Jun 28, 2024 - By Alumni Relations Department With over a decade of experience in human resources management, Purity is a seasoned HR leader known for driving significant organizational change, enhancing employee engagement, and leading effective training and...    

Mastercard Foundation Scholars host mentorship event to commemorate World Refugee Day
Jun 28, 2024 - By Divine Mugisha and Dudi Nyok Luat On Saturday, June 22, Mastercard Foundation Scholars from the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at USIU-Africa, embarked on a mission to commemorate World Refugee Day by creating a positive impact for young...    

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at USIU-Africa hosts CAMFED officials
Jun 28, 2024 - By Wambui Cheche On Wednesday, June 19, the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at USIU-Africa hosted officials from Campaign for Female Education (CAMFED) Malawi and CAMFED Tanzania on campus. CAMFED is a pan-African movement supporting girls...    

Alumni Relations Department collaborate with BSD Group to mentor students
Jun 28, 2024 - By Angela Osodo On June 14, the Alumni Relations Department partnered with the Business Club to host a CEO roundtable visit to Brand Strategy and Design Group Ltd. at their offices in Kilimani. Eva Muraya CEO, BSD Group Ltd. (Class of 2004) hosted...    

African Careers Network (ACN) Peer Coaches lead workshop on resume and cover letter writing
Jun 28, 2024 - By Silas Otieno On Friday, June 14, Mastercard Foundation Scholars had an enriching session led by African Careers Network Peer Coaches and Mastercard Foundation Scholars, Silas Otieno, Maureen Agwona, and Pride Nyando, along with Dolly Mwiti,...    

Making it to What Achievers Do: Olatunji always makes us proud
Jun 21, 2024 - By Suzyo Banda Olatunji Lincoln Oladayo exemplifies the tenacity and drive that define true achievers. As a student majoring in International Relations with a focus on Foreign Policy and Diplomacy at the United States International...