Firewood and charcoal have been the most affordable form of fuel for many families since they could remember. They are readily available and easy to acquire. However, they are not clean fuels. They are notorious emitters of carbon monoxide. Sourcing them is also has effects on the environment. Sourcing firewood and charcoal leads to deforestation … Continue reading Firewood a relic from the past.
Climate change has been glaring its ugly face at us for the past few decades. As time goes on, its only getting worse. This has driven up the actions geared towards mitigating its effects and preventing it from reaching the critical point. This has given rise to both deniers and alarmists. These climate alarmists are … Continue reading Energy, bias and double standards from the west on Africa.
As detailed by the seventh goal of the United Nation sustainable development goals, reliance on clean fuels and technology is vital. Solar power one of the most available clean renewable energy sources since the sun is free and available to anyone. It is very ideal for users that live far from powerlines from the national … Continue reading How Easier it is to Get into Solar Power.
Every year there comes a period when the university holds elections for the student body council officials. Every school does participate with various candidates who compete. The period before is marred with campaign efforts by the various candidates. It is an important exercise to get involved in, choosing your leaders, exercising your rights, shaping the … Continue reading Moi university politics.
After every academic year, students leave the school for a four-month long holiday. One contemplates on how to use this free time before the next academic year. This is if there are not proceeding to school mandated internships. There are numerous activities you could engage in. It would be better if these activities could reflect … Continue reading What to do with your school holiday.
A majority of degrees awarded by Kenyan public universities, and private ones too take four years. However, in public universities most students spend significantly longer than four years due to strikes. Both lecturers’ strikes and students strikes. In my time at Moi university, lecturers’ strikes have done us dirty. It took me 12 months to … Continue reading Effects of strikes on Moi university strikes on students.
After first year at Moi university, one is required to make private arrangements for accommodation as there is no guarantee one can get hostel accommodation. Life in the little center known as Stage has its merits and demerits. Different issues affect students that live outside campus. But first why would one leave cheap, convenient (close … Continue reading Life outside the Moi university campus accommodation.
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