KCA University celebrated culture, creativity and student talent during the 14th Annual Cultural Week Beauty Pageant, held on October 2, 2026, at the Main Campus, Ruaraka.
Now in its 14th year, the annual event remains a highlight of the university calendar, giving students a stage to express themselves beyond the classroom.
Rooted in Heritage: Culture in the Digital Age
The event, themed "Rooted in Heritage: Culture in the Digital Age," brought together students, staff and guests for an evening celebrating culture, fashion, creativity and talent.
The theme spoke to the balance between honouring tradition and embracing the digital tools that now shape how young people express and share their identity.
Chief Guest Champions Young Talent
Speaking during the event, Kenya Cultural Centre CEO Michael Pundo, the Chief Guest, described cultural platforms as important in nurturing and empowering young talent.
He noted that through partnerships with institutions such as KCA University, students are given opportunities to develop and showcase their abilities. Encouraging the students to take their gifts seriously, he added, "Usilalie talanta, talent is money."
University Leadership in Attendance
The event was attended by Prof. Vincent Onywera, Deputy Vice Chancellor, Research, Innovation and Outreach (RIO), who represented the Vice Chancellor & CEO, Prof. Isaiah I. C. Wakindiki, PhD, EBS. Prof. Renson Muchiri Mwangi, PhD, Deputy Vice Chancellor, Teaching & Learning, was also in attendance.
Their presence underscored the university's support for co-curricular activities alongside academic work.
Miss and Mr KCA University 2026 Crowned
The evening's glamorous highlight came with the crowning of Roselyne Chebet and Jack Muchiri as Miss and Mr KCA University 2026, respectively.
The two became the faces of this year's pageant, capping a night that brought fashion, creativity and student talent together in one celebration of culture.
