About Mang'u High School

School History

Mang'u High School was started in 1925 at Kabaa by a Dutch priest, Michael Witte, of the Holy Ghost Fathers (Spiritans). The school was originally established in Kabaa, Mwala, in Machakos County before relocating to its current site in Thika, Kiambu County, in 1972.

In 1951, Mang'u High School became the first African school in East Africa to have a full science course in physics, chemistry, and biology. The school has consistently ranked among the top schools nationwide in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE).

Our Vision

To provide a world class education to all our students and to make them ready as they branch out into the real world and help anyone and everyone in any way they can.

School Motto

Jishinde Ushinde - "Conquer yourself so that you may conquer the world around you." The greatest competition is against your own self.

9 Science Laboratories

3 Computer Labs & Aviation Workshop

20 Dormitories & 2 Dining Halls

Sports: Rugby, Basketball, Handball, Soccer, Volleyball, Hockey, Tennis

Music Room & Chapel (installed 2002)

Swimming Pool & Multi-purpose Amphitheatre

Many Clubs: Aviation, Robotics, Debate, Drama, Law, Chess & more

Biogas Energy - Leading in Green Energy

French Language Resource Centre

Notable Alumni

Mang'u High School has produced some of Kenya's most distinguished leaders and professionals, including His Excellency Emilio Mwai Kibaki (3rd President of Kenya), Hon. Moody Awori (9th Vice President), Hon. Prof. George Saitoti (6th Vice President), Cardinal Maurice Michael Otunga, Dr. Patrick Njoroge (9th Governor of Central Bank of Kenya), Hon. Tom Mboya, Hon. John Michuki, and many more.