Daystar University Publications

Sr. Prof. Agnes Lucy Lando PhD

Published2025 in Journals Publish and perish: Examining mental health among communication and media scholars in Kenya

Sr. Prof. Agnes Lucy Lando PhD

Published2025 in Book Chapters Enhancing ethics in varied communication contexts through dialogical communication

Sr. Prof. Agnes Lucy Lando PhD

Published2025 in Journals Digital solutions for graduate supervision: A critical analysis of thesis management systems.

Sr. Prof. Agnes Lucy Lando PhD

Published2025 in Books Research Methods for African Scholarship: Applying Qualitative and Quantitative Socio-Cultural Methods in African Countries. Routledge.

Dr. Sylvia Tuikong

Published2025 in Journals Tuikong, S., & Wambua, A. W. (2025). An examination of faculty and students’ perspectives on the role of generative artificial intelligence in enhancing or hindering educational experience in eLearning. Journal of e-Learning Research, 4(1), 50–64.

Dr. Martin Munyao, PhD

Published2025 in Journals

Using Moodle’s interactive tools in problem-based learning to enhance collaborative learning: an explanatory sequential mixed methods research

John-Bell S. Okoye, PhD

Published2025 in Book Chapters

Media framing and public opinion on Chinese-funded transportation Infrastructure in Nigeria and Kenya: A comparative study

John-Bell S. Okoye, PhD

Published2025 in Journals

Guardians of health discourse: Analysis of sourcing practices of foreign correspondents in the coverage of COVID-19 pandemic in Africa

Dr. Caroline Ayuya Muaka

Published2025 in Refereed Journal Articles

Husky, M. M., Lee, S., Sampson, N. A., Borowski, S., Albor, Y., Alhadi, A. N., Alonso, J., Al-Saud, N. K., Altwaijri, Y. A., Andersson, C., Atwoli, L., Muaka, C. A., Báez-Mansur, P. M., Ballester, L., Bantjes, J., Baumeister, H., Bendtsen, M., Benjet, C., Berman, A. H., Bruffaerts, R., ... Kessler, R. C. (Year) (2025). Childhood adversities and their associations with mental disorders in the World Mental Health International College Student surveys initiative. Psychiatry Research.

Dr. Caroline Ayuya Muaka

Published2025 in Refereed Journal Articles

Mason, A.; Rapsey, C.; Sampson, N.; Lee, S.; Albor, Y.; Al Hadi, A.N.; Alonso, J.; Al-Saud, N.; Altwaijri, Y.; Andersson, C.; Atwoli, L., Auerbach, R. P., Muaka, C. A; Báez Mansur, P. M., Ballester, L., Bantjes, J., Baumeister, H., Bendtsen, M., … Kessler, R. C. (2025). Prevalence, age-of-onset, and course of mental disorders among 72,288 first year university students from 18 countries in the World Mental Health International College Student (WMH-ICS) initiative (2025). Journal of Psychiatric

Dr. Caroline Ayuya Muaka

Published2025 in Refereed Journal Articles

Mortier, P., Yang, X., Altwaijri, Y. A., Holdcraft, J. A., Lee, S., Sampson, N. A., Albor, Y., Alhadi, A. N., Alonso, J., Al-Saud, N. K., Andersson, C., Atwoli, L., Auerbach, R. P., Muaka, C. A., Báez-Mansur, P. M., Ballester, L., Bantjes, J., Baumeister, H., Bendtsen, M., Benjet, C., ... Kessler, R. C. The associations of childhood adversities and mental disorders with suicidal thoughts and behaviors - Results from the World Mental Health International College Student Initiative. Psychological Medicine, 350, 1-13. Article 116555. Advance online publication.

Dr. Caroline Ayuya Muaka

Published2025 in Refereed Journal Articles

Roest, A. M., de Vries, Y. A., Pozuelo, J. R., Petukhova, M. V., Lee, S., Sampson, N. A., Albor, Y., Alhadi, A. N., Alonso, J., AlSaud, N., Altwaijri, Y., Andersson, C., Atwoli, L., Auerbach, R. P., Muaka, C. A., Báez-Mansur, P. M., Ballester, L., Bantjes, J., Baumeister, H., ... Kessler, R. C. (2025). Comorbidity and temporal associations between mental disorders among college students in the World Mental Health International College Student Initiative. Psychiatry research, 351, Article 116605. Advance online publication Comorbidity and temporal associations between mental disorders among college students in the World Mental Health International College Student Initiative. Psychiatry Research.

Ms. Keziah Kahiga

Published2025 in Refereed Journal Articles

Kahiga KW, Makworo DM, Ndegwa SN. Psychosocial risks for post-partum depression among pregnant women in selected health facilities in Kiambu County, Kenya. Int J Community Med Public Health 2025;12:37-44.

Prof. Dr. Dr. Moni Wekesa

Published2025 in Journals

J Nguru, KT Wekesa, A Mikinyango, EE Tioko, M Wekesa, LP Ayiro & JA Ashubwe (2025) ‘Legal Mechanisms for Eliminating Discrimination Against Women in Executive Boards of Sports Federations’ Law & Economy 4(4)

Mr. Anthony Wambua Wambua

Published2025 in Journals Wambua, A. W., Maurice, P. M., & Munyao, M. M. (2025). Using Moodle’s interactive tools in problem-based learning to enhance collaborative learning: an explanatory sequential mixed methods research. Discover Education, 4(1), 1–15

Mr. Anthony Wambua Wambua

Published2025 in Journals Wambua, A. W., Wambua, A. M., & Osoro, R. E. (2025). Exploring learner experiences in project-based learning for a mobile application development course. International Journal of Education and Management Engineering (IJEME), 15(3), 14–23

Mr. Edwin Ragira

Published2025 in Journals

Osoro, E. R. (2025). Integrating Digital Transformation and Technological Innovation for Sustainable Renewable Energy Systems: The Role of AI, IoT, and Blockchain in Enhancing Efficiency and Grid Stability. Multidisciplinary Journal of Technical University of Mombasa, 4(1), 81-92.

Prof. Wandia Njoya

Published2025 in Book Chapters

Education without Critical Consciousness: An Autoethnography. In E. Cooper, E. Alber & W. Njoya (Eds.). The Education Alibi: Tracing Education's Entanglements Across Contemporary Africa. University of Michigan Press, 2025.

Dr. Leah Jerop Komen

Published2025 in Journals

Komen, L. J. (2025). The ‘empowering’ capacities of mobile telephony for development: perspectives from the global South. Journal of Development and Communication Studies, 9(1), 1-14.

Dr. Leah Jerop Komen

Published2025 in Journals Komen, L. J. (2025). The ‘empowering’ capacities of mobile telephony for development: Perspectives from the global South. Journal of Development and Communication Studies, 9(1), 1–14.

Dr. Regina Muthoni Gachari

Published2025 in Refereed Journal Articles Influence of media on technocracy and democracy in Kenya

Dr. Lydia Ouma Radoli, PhD

Published2025 in Book Chapters

Radoli, O.L. (2022). Switching to SIDE Mode”- COVID-19 and the Adaptation of Computer-Mediated Communication (CMC) Learning in Kenya. In Online Learning Instruction and Research in Post-Pandemic Higher Education in Africa. Lexington Publishers. 

Dr. Lydia Ouma Radoli, PhD

Published2025 in Journals X Space and the Revolution of Digital News Content: The Case of Generation-Z Protest Narratives in Kenya

Dr. Rose Mwangi Mburu, PhD

Published2025 in Journals Mwangi-Mburu, R., King’ara, G. N., & Mugubi, J. (2025). Target audience perception of radio messages promoting behaviour change among alcoholics in Central Kenya: A Health Belief Model analysis. Journal of Communication and Media Research, 17(1), 13–26.

CPA Dr. Eunice Ngina Wandiga

Published2025 in Refereed Journal Articles

The mediating role of organizational transformation on the relationship between strategic leadership and performance of agribusiness companies listed at Nairobi Securities Exchange, Kenya. International Academic Journal of Innovation, Leadership and Entrepreneurship, 2(4), 360-381

CPA Dr. Eunice Ngina Wandiga

Published2025 in Refereed Journal Articles

An Empirical Survey On the Effect of Strategic Thinking On the Performance of Agribusiness Companies Listed at The Nairobi Securities Exchange In Kenya. IOSR Journal of Business and Management, 27(3), 35-45

CPA Dr. Eunice Ngina Wandiga

Published2025 in Refereed Journal Articles

An empirical survey on the effect of strategic resources on performance of agribusiness companies listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange in Kenya. International Academic Journal of Innovation, Leadership and Entrepreneurship, 2(4), 382-403

CPA Dr. Eunice Ngina Wandiga

Published2025 in Refereed Journal Articles

Effect of Problem-Solving Strategy on Organization Performance of The Electricity Energy Sub-Sector in Kenya

CPA Dr. Eunice Ngina Wandiga

Published2025 in Refereed Journal Articles

MODERATING EFFECT OF GOVERNMENT POLICIES ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES AND ORGANIZATION PERFORMANCE OF THE ELECTRICITY ENERGY SUBSECTOR IN KENYA

Dr. Anne Anjao Eboi

Published2025 in Book Chapters

Advancements and Challenges of Problem-Based Learning: A Case Study of Daystar University

Dr. Anne Anjao Eboi

Published2025 in Book Chapters

Advancements and Challenges of Problem-Based Learning: A Case Study of Daystar University

Dr. Anne Anjao Eboi

Published2025 in Journals

X Space and the Revolution of Digital News Content: The Case of Generation-Z Protest Narratives in Kenya

Dr. Anne Anjao Eboi

Published2025 in Book Chapters YouTube videos as agents of social inclusion and therapy among survivors of gender- based violence

Dr. Anne Anjao Eboi

Published2025 in Journals Assessment of Parental Control of Online Content for Children in Nairobi

Prof. Richard Simwa, PhD

Published2025 in Journals

On Statistical Analysis of Fraud Risk and Preventive Care as Determinants of Claim Severity in the Kenyan Retail Health Insurance

Prof. Richard Simwa, PhD

Published2025 in Journals

On Determination of the Relationship between Inflation and Real Savings in Kenya

Prof. Richard Simwa, PhD

Published2025 in Journals

Modelling of Risk Process With Expense-Augmented Loss Under Economic Factors and Its Application to Aggregated General Insurance Data in Kenya

Prof. Richard Simwa, PhD

Published2025 in Journals

Bayesian Hierarchical Modeling Framework for Breast Cancer Treatment Outcome Prediction: Integrating Clinical, Pathological, And Treatment Variables

Prof. Richard Simwa, PhD

Published2025 in Journals

Comparative Performance Analysis of Bayesian Hierarchical Models Versus Classical Statistical Approaches in Predicting Breast Cancer Treatment Outcomes: Evidence from Kenyan Healthcare Settings

Prof. Richard Simwa, PhD

Published2025 in Journals

Two-sample Calibrated Imputation in Surveys: A Methodological Framework for Secondary Data Analysis. Asian Journal of Probability and Statistics

Prof. Richard Simwa, PhD

Published2025 in Journals Bayesian Hierarchical Model for Medical Resource-Limited Settings: Prediction of Treatment Efficacy in Breast Cancer Patients in Kenya

Lina Akaka

Published2025 in Refereed Journal Articles

Uwingi-taaluma wa bembelezi za waswahili

Lina Akaka

Published2025 in Refereed Journal Articles

Mikakati ya Utetezi wa Mazingira katika Riwaya za Nakuruto na Bustani Ya Edeni

Lina Akaka

Published2025 in Refereed Journal Articles

Awino A.P., Maina J., Akaka L. (2025) Influence of Cultural Contexts on the Meaning of Idiomatic Expressions by the Basamia of Busia County, Kenya

Lina Akaka

Published2025 in Refereed Journal Articles

Uchunguzi wa Ikolojia-Ubeberu katika Fasihi ya Kiswahili: Mfano wa Riwaya ya Nakuruto ya Clara Momanyi

Lina Akaka

Published2025 in Refereed Journal Articles Remmy, M., Lina, A., & Rose, M. (2025). Miundo Taswira katika Sitiari za Viungo vya Mwili: Mfano wa Methali za Kiswahili.

Dr. Elizabeth Wangari Gichimu

Published2025 in Journals

Regulating community well-being through traditional mourning rituals: Insights from the Luhya People of Kenya

Dr. Elizabeth Wangari Gichimu

Published2025 in Journals

Mourning ritual participation, subjective well-being and prosocial behaviour among the Luhya people of Kenya

Prof. Edward O. Owino

Published2025 in Refereed Journal Articles

Distribution Strategies, Tracking Technology and Quality Service Delivery in Kenya’s Courier Sector

Prof. Edward O. Owino

Published2025 in Refereed Journal Articles Comparative analysis of emotional biases in investment decisions.

Prof. Edward O. Owino

Published2025 in Refereed Journal Articles Determinants of investment decisions by Sacco members

Prof. Edward O. Owino

Published2025 in Refereed Journal Articles Innovative Design Strategies in Advancing Sustainable Housing in Kenya

Prof. Shem Otoi O. Sam

Published2025 in Journals

Mpox after COVID-19 in Africa: Different epidemic, similar challenges

Prof. Shem Otoi O. Sam

Published2025 in Journals

A review of predominance of gross national income in human development index during COVID-19 crisis

Prof. Shem Otoi O. Sam

Published2025 in Journals

Rural HIV Negative Young Women have Higher Incidence of Early Onset Cancer of the Cervix Compared to their Urban Counterparts in Western Kenya–A Case Study of Jaramogi Oginga

Prof. Shem Otoi O. Sam

Published2025 in Journals

Early Onset Cancer of the Cervix Incidence Increasing in Young HIV Negative Women in Western Kenya–A Case Study of Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital

Prof. Shem Otoi O. Sam

Published2025 in Journals

Policy on Routine Early Screening of Cancer of the Cervix and Treatment amongst HIV Positive is Decreasing the Cancer Prevalence in Young Women at a Western Kenya Hospital.

Prof. Shem Otoi O. Sam

Published2025 in Journals

Comparative analysis of emotional biases in investment decisions

Prof. Shem Otoi O. Sam

Published2025 in Journals

Determinants of investment decisions by Sacco members: A case of Imarisha Sacco, Kenya

Prof. Shem Otoi O. Sam

Published2025 in Journals

Government Engagement Model: Case of Kisumu Medical Education Trust

Prof. Shem Otoi O. Sam

Published2025 in Journals

Correlational variations between emotional biases and financial literacy in investment decision-making

Prof. Shem Otoi O. Sam

Published2025 in Journals A review of two-thirds gender rule in Kenya: Case of women representation

Dr. Felix Blair Odhiambo, PhD

Published2025 in Refereed Journal Articles Prevalence of anemia and its association with nutritional, reproductive health, and antenatal care factors among pregnant women in a peri-urban health facility in Kenya

Austin Owuor Odera

Published2025 in Refereed Journal Articles

Finlingo: A Conversational AI for Enhancing Financial Literacy Education

Dr. Sarah Mercy Malaki-Ball

Published2025 in Journals

The Unspoken Mental Health Crisis among Adolescents in Cameroon’S War-Torn North West Region

Dr. Sarah Mercy Malaki-Ball

Published2025 in Journals

The Prevalence of Compassion Fatigue Among Caregivers of Children with Physical Disabilities in Selected Rehabilitation Clinics, Nairobi County, Kenya

Dr. Beatrice A. Murunga

Published2025 in Journals

Impact of EMDR on Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Symptoms among Urban Refugees in Nairobi, Kenya

Dr. Beatrice A. Murunga

Published2025 in Journals

Sociodemographic and Associated Risk Factors for PTSD and Depression Among Select Urban Refugees in Nairobi

Prof. Laban P. Ayiro, PhD, FCS, ss.

Published2024 in Books

Educational Research Methods: A Functional Approach

Dr. Dorothy Kagwaini

Published2024 in Journals

Kagwaini, M., & Mwangi, W. (2024, November). The reality of 4th industrial technology on higher education learning. Journal of Contemporary Issues in .Open Distance and E-Learning, 1(1).

Rev. Dr. Justus Musya

Published2024 in Journals Kibusia, J. K., & Musya, J. K. (2024). Combating terrorism in Kenya: Dialogue with determinants of adoption in the multi-agency approach to security. Jumuga Journal of Education, Oral Studies, and Human Sciences (JJEOSHS), 7(1).

Rev. Dr. Justus Musya

Published2024 in Journals Niyitunga, E. B., & Musya, J. K. (2024). Dependency syndrome within Africa’s international relations: A hindrance to sustainable development in Africa. Journal of Infrastructure Policy and Development, 8(9), Article 7052.

Rev. Dr. Justus Musya

Published2024 in Journals Niyitunga, E. B., & Musya, J. K. (2024). The role of participatory diplomacy in promoting a culture of peace in Africa’s post-conflict reconstruction settings. African Journal of Peace and Conflict Studies, 13(3), 125–144.

Dr. Caroline Ayuya Muaka

Published2024 in Refereed Journal Articles

Said, M. A , Danas, A. Y., Labulo, A. H., Usman, A., Hassan, I., Terna, A. D., Ogungbemiro, F. O., Oyinade, D. A., Idzi, A. A., Owoseni, M., Isah, M., Ashonibare, R. A., Ojedola, K. A., Dahiru, H. O., Tywabi-Ngeva, Z., & Muaka, C. A. (2024). Green synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles: A trifecta of antioxidant, antifungal, and catalytic excellence. Recent Advances in Natural Sciences, 2(2), Article 127.

Dr. Roseline Olumbe

Published2024 in Journals Shanley, J. R., Mutiso, V., Musyimi, C., Armistead, L., Olumbe, R., Ishiekwene, M. N., & Ndetei, D. (2024). Kenyans’ perspectives on parenting roles and strategies used to raise young children in Kenya. Journal of Family Psychology, 38(7), 1007–1016.

Ms. Keziah Kahiga

Published2024 in Refereed Journal Articles

Kahiga K, Makworo D, Ndegwa S. Childbirth experiences and post-partum depression among mothers in selected hospitals in Kiambu,
Kenya. International Journal of Midwifery and Nursing Practice.2024;7(1):79-85

Dr. Agnes Nzioka, PhD.

Published2024 in Journals

Cognitive Factors and Development of Boy Child in Kenya

Dr. Agnes Nzioka, PhD.

Published2024 in Journals

Social Integration and Development of Boy Child in Kenya

Dr. Agnes Nzioka, PhD.

Published2024 in Books

The parenting shift: Becoming an intentional and responsible caregiver in a dynamic setting

Prof. Dr. Dr. Moni Wekesa

Published2024 in Refereed Journal Articles

 M Wekesa, A  Mikinyango, A Okayo, KT Wekesa & W Sikuku ‘Commercialization of Intellectual Property Rights at Universities as an Additional Revenue Stream'   Law & Economy Paradigm Academic Press Vol 3, No 3,  2024 

Prof. Dr. Dr. Moni Wekesa

Published2024 in Refereed Journal Articles

M Wekesa, A Mikinyango & EK Tioko 'Ibrahim Kingori Njoki v DCI Revisited - Rights of Ex-Convicts to Gainful Employment' Global Journal of HUMAN-SOCIAL SCIENCE: H Interdisciplinary, Volume 24 Issue 2 Version 1.0 Year 2024 ( Double Blind Peer Reviewed International Research Journal)

Prof. Dr. Dr. Moni Wekesa

Published2024 in Refereed Journal Articles

M Wekesa, A Mikinyango, M Kirumbu, S Wandera & KT Wekesa 'Use of Objective Tests in Examining Law Courses at Daystar University.' In print

Mr. Anthony Wambua Wambua

Published2024 in Journals

Wambua, A. W. (2024). What Do Flutter Developers Ask About? An Empirical Study on Stack Overflow Posts. Journal of Software Engineering Research and Development, 12(1), 7: 1-7: 13.

Ms. Alice Harriet Mwango Ratemo

Published2024 in Book Chapters

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Onto-norms and Gender Equality: Unveiling the Invisible Gender Norms in AI Ecosystems in the Context of Africa

Mr. Christopher Oyuech

Published2024 in Book Chapters A Clinical Decision Support Model for Predicting Avoidable Re-hospitalization of Breast Cancer Patients in Kenyatta National Hospital

Mr. Christopher Oyuech

Published2024 in Book Chapters Towards an Effective Communication in Kenyan Long-Term Disease Patients' Care via Cybernetic- A Systematic Review

Prof. Levi Obonyo

Published2024 in Journals Obonyo, Levi (2024) Conceptual Critique of African Journalism. In The Routledge Companion to Journalism in the Global South. Bruce Mutsvairo, Sebe Bebewi and Eddy Borges-Ray (Eds). NY: Routledge

Dr. Leah Jerop Komen

Published2024 in Book Chapters

Komen, L. J. (2024). Digitization, Communication, and Financial Independence in East Africa. Taylor & Francis.

Dr. Leah Jerop Komen

Published2024 in Book Chapters

Komen, L.J. (2024). Economic Potentials of Gendered Mobile Communication: Women’s Agency in Digital Africa. Routledge.

Dr. Ann Njogu Wachira

Published2024 in Refereed Journal Articles Stakeholders’ perspectives on development and acquisition of soft skills among information technology undergraduate students in Nairobi, Kenya.

Dr. Ann Njogu Wachira

Published2024 in Refereed Journal Articles Examining instructional approaches to foster soft skills among Information Technology undergraduates in Nairobi Metropolitan Area, Kenya.

Dr. Ann Njogu Wachira

Published2024 in Refereed Journal Articles Paideia Patristic Education: Analysis into the acquisition of soft skills in universities in Machakos County, Kenya.

Dr. Lydia Ouma Radoli, PhD

Published2024 in Refereed Journal Articles

Radoli, L. O. (2024). “If It Bleeds It Leads”: The Visual Witnessing Trauma Phenomenon Among Journalists in East Africa. Journalism & Mass Communication Educator, Sage

Dr. Lydia Ouma Radoli, PhD

Published2024 in Book Chapters

Lando, A. L. & Radoli, O.L. (2021). To Cover or Not to Cover? A Critical Discourse Analysis of Mainstream Media News Framing of Children in Kenyan Care Homes in Routledge Companion to Media and Poverty

Dr. Lydia Ouma Radoli, PhD

Published2024 in Book Chapters

Radoli, O.L. (2024). The African Theory of Stigmatized Dialects: ‘Shembeteng’ & Communicative Dialects on an African Digital Media Space – In Black Communication Theory Volume II. Palgrave McMillan (Springer).

Dr. Lydia Ouma Radoli, PhD

Published2024 in Book Chapters

Eboi,A.A., Obonyo, L., Kowuor, R.N. Aswani, D.R., Radoli.O.L. (2024). Advancements and Challenges of Problem-Based Learning: A Case Study of Daystar University. In. Creating Dynamic Space in Higher Education: Modern Shifts in Policy, Competencies, and Governance. IGI Global Scientific Publishing

Dr. Lydia Ouma Radoli, PhD

Published2024 in Refereed Journal Articles

Mohamed, R.A., Radoli.O.L and Aswani, D.R. (2024). Social Media Amplification of Political Rhetoric in Kenya: The case of the 2022 General Elections Journal of African Interdisciplinary Studies (JAIS) 8 (No. 9), 146 – 164

Dr. Cherui Rodgers Gowon

Published2024 in Journals

Cherui. R, Kipkenei. S & Waiyaki. W (2024) Lesson Study: Towards an Improved Instruction in Stem Education in Junior Secondary Schools in Kenya.

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Dr. Cherui Rodgers Gowon

Published2024 in Journals

Cherui. R. Kipkenei S & Waiyaki. W (2024) Primary Teacher Education and Kenya’s Vision 2030. The Lacuna in the Transformation Agenda:

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Dr. Cherui Rodgers Gowon

Published2024 in Journals Barasa, L., Kipkenei, S., & Cherui, R. (2024). Inventive strategies schools are employing to address ICT challenges in the management of academic affairs in secondary schools in Bungoma Central Sub-County. Global Scientific Journal, 12(10).