Daystar University Repository: Recent submissions
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Obuchere, Joab Namai (Journal of African Studies in Educational Management and Leadership, December , 2022)[more][less]
Abstract: Although the role of teachers in basic education institutions in Kenya is articulated in the various Teachers Service Commission policy documents, teachers sometimes find themselves overwhelmed due to competing assignments. Simple guidelines like timely reporting to school and mentoring of learners are sometimes missed out. This study, therefore, sought to investigate the supervisory practices employed by headteachers in managing teachers’ work performance in Khwisero Sub-County. The study was grounded on McGregor’s theory X theory Y which segregates workers into the intrinsically and extrinsically motivated. A sample of 18 headteachers, 144 class teachers, and 144 pupils was adopted. The questionnaire and interview guide were used in data collection. Qualitative and quantitative procedures were adopted for data analysis. Results were interpreted and converged to provide a solution to the research problem. It was established that headteachers used regular class visitations, record book checks, and inspection of lesson plans to enhance teachers’ work performance. It was noted that instructional supervision by headteachers helped enhance teachers’ work performance. Based on the findings, it was recommended that the Ministry of Education should emphasize supervision-based training to enhance headteachers’ supervisory roles. Description: Journal Article URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/4129 Files in this item: 1
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Tuya, Scolastica Wabwire; Gatere, Ruth; Njuguna, Susan (International Journal of Professional Practice (IJPP), 2023)[more][less]
Abstract: Health professionals maintain, improve and broaden their knowledge and skills in a way that helps them develop qualities and competencies during practice. Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in nursing enhances competencies grounded in evidence base as new knowledge emerges in health care, and is therefore a valuable tool for implementing best practices. Advances in reproductive health seek to reduce risk of maternal morbidity and mortality that could be as a result of women not spacing births or having unmet needs for family planning. This study sought to evaluate the influence of CPD in provision of Long Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC), and to identify challenges in provision of service by nurses at Mbagathi County Hospital, Nairobi, Kenya. A cross sectional study design was used on a population of nurses working at Mbagathi County hospital, in units that provide reproductive health services. Sixty six nurses were eligible to for the study and were therefore purposively selected due to their numbers of eligibility so as to allow every one of them to participate in the study. Data was collected using a semi structured questionnaire. Descriptive analysis was conducted in MS excel and chi square test in epi-info version 7. The response rate was 98%, where 58(88%) questionnaires were analysed. The mean age of the nurses was 33.5 (SD± 7.5). The outcome of this study showed significant association between CPD and provision of LARC: OR: 7.47, at 95 % CL: CI: 1.82-30.65 and P-Value -0.003. Inadequate supplies and equipment were the major challenges in provision of LARC. Continuous Professional Development in Long Acting Reversible Contraception influenced service delivery in provision of contraceptive method. The study recommends improved provision of commodities and supplies for family planning, improved knowledge and skills on LARC, and targeted updates in family planning practices for effective service delivery. Description: Journal Article URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/4125 Files in this item: 1
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Ole Kuyo, Richard; Muiruri, L; Njuguna, Susan (World Journal of Medical Education and Research, 2020)[more][less]
Abstract: Sound and reliable information is the foundation of decision making across all health system building blocks that include: service delivery; health workforce; health information; medical products, vaccines and technology; financing; leadership and governance. This study is built on the health information system pillar. The aim of this study was to assess the use of District Health Information System data in decision making in Uasin Gishu Sub County Hospitals. The specific objectives were to determine the level of knowledge, organizational, technical and behavioral factors that influence the use of DHIS2 data in Uasin Gishu Sub County Hospitals. The study was conducted in Uasin Gishu Sub County Hospitals. The study employed both quantitative and qualitative approaches using cross-sectional research design. A questionnaire was used to collect quantitative data from 283 health workers who were selected randomly while 10 key informants were selected purposefully from this sample for in-depth interviews. The quantitative data was coded and analyzed using R Software for descriptive, bivariate and multivariate logistic regression. Thematic analysis was used to analyze qualitative data using Qualitative Data Analysis (QDA) software. Bivariate association between the independent variables and the dependent variable was assessed using Pearson‘s Chi Square test and fishers exact test where chi square assumptions were violated. Multivariate analysis was done using logistic regression to assess for predictors. A P value of 0.05 was considered as significant. The results of the quantitative data were presented in the form of graphs, tables and charts, while the results for qualitative data were presented in the form of themes. Approval to conduct the study was obtained from the KeMU Scientific Ethics Research Committee (SERC) and from National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI). Consent was sought from participants for the study. The study found that 68.4% of the participants reported good, very good or excellent competence levels in data management using DHIS2 while use of information in DHIS2 to inform policy and operational decision making was reported as good, very good, and excellent by only 37.3%, 18.9%, and 8.0% respectively. A half of the participants (50.0%) acknowledged that there are adequate finances to run DHIS2, the main champions promoting use of DHIS2, information for decision making in the County were county health records and information officers (56.2%). Moreover, 61.7% of the participants agreed or strongly agreed that age influences the way health workers adopt and use DHIS2 in the hospitals while 65.4% of the participants were dissatisfied with the IT support received from the Ministry of Health. Although 80.9% of the participants had log in credentials, only 24.2% had difficulty with logging into the DHIS2. Furthermore, 79.5% had low or moderate level of training in DHIS2 but 15.0% had never trained and this could be the reason why only a third of the participants had some confidence in handling a task using DHIS2. The study concludes that the level of knowledge regarding the use of DHIS2 information is fair across the six Sub County Hospitals in Uasin Gishu County but utilization of DHIS2 information by county health managers for decision making is low. It also concludes that the main funder of the DHIS2 system is the County Government while support from National Government is minimal, while age influences the way health workers adopt and use DHIS2 data in Uasin Gishu Sub County Hospitals. Lastly, the level of training on DHIS2 is generally low while utilization of information on DHIS2 in facilitating evidence-based decision making in the Sub County Hospitals range from moderate to low. Consequently, the study recommends that the County scales up utilization of DHIS2 information and generates policy measures to ensure utilization of DHIS2 information to facilitate decision making at the County. Description: Journal Article URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/4124 Files in this item: 1
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Kahare, Munanie Mercy; Mwangi, Eunice; Njuguna, Susan (Kahare, M. M., Mwangi, E. & Njuguna, S. (2020). Determinants of Hospital Emergency Preparedness in Machakos County Kenya: A Case of Machakos Level 5 and Kangundo Level 4 HospitalsAcademic Journal of Health Systems and Reform (AJHSR), July 29, 2020)[more][less]
Abstract: Emergency preparedness is emerging as a key security priority globally. Plans are needed, not only for responding to the impacts of events, but also to maintain business continuing while managing the crisis, and to guide recovery and reconstruction effectively. Machakos being along Nairobi-Mombasa highway recorded 27% increase of emergency cases in 2017, 39% 2018 in Machakos level 5. During these period deaths increased from 191 to 497 from 2016. 35% increase of referrals to other hospitals was recorded. In the face of these emergencies, the ability of affected facilities like Kangundo level 4 and Machakos Level 5 Hospital Kenya to provide care to the injured can quite literally make the difference between life and death. This study assessed the determinants of Hospital Emergency Preparedness in Kangundo level 4 and Machakos Level 5 Hospitals in Machakos County. The study adopted cross-sectional design and simple random sampling method. Whereby a sample size of 128 respondents was obtained using the Yamane 2008 formula; 49 respondents from Kangundo level 4 and 79 from Machakos level 5 hospital. Simple random sampling was applied to select respondents. Self-administered questionnaire as a data collection tool was applied. The questionnaire was developed based on the objectives and identified gaps from literature review. The finding reveals high understanding of the meaning of emergency preparedness (M = 4.29; SD = 0.67), with 94 (74%) of the respondent considering themselves prepared for emergency. The mean was 3.67; SD = 1.06. While 80 (64%) considered themselves key leadership figure in emergency preparedness. One hundred and eleven (88%) of the respondents agreed with the statement that training on emergency preparedness should be conducted quarterly with mean of M = 4.27; SD = 0.95. Respondent agreed that emergency tray is well equipped with various equipment for management of emergency with a mean of 3.51± 1.101 and that hospital has a drug supply system with drug suppliers with mean of 3.51± 1.108. Majority of the respondent agreed with the statements that financial allocation for emergencies preparedness should be increased (4.07± 1.195), and that the facility has transport and logistics support in case of any emergency (3.4 ± 1.231). The respondent further agreed with proposition that the hospital has policy in place for emergency preparedness 91 (72%) and the hospital has a clear chain of command system in case of any emergencies 83 (65%). There results showed strong and positiverelationship between commodity availability, financial resources, policies and emergency preparedness with coefficient of correlation of r=0.619, p<0.001, r=0.626, p<0.001, and r=0.702, p<0.001 respectively. The study found that policy formulation and implementation, commodities and finances significantly influenced emergency preparedness. The study variables under this study are important in determining emergency preparedness, and that emergency preparedness will work well if the variables in this study are taken into account. Therefore, hospital management need to build stable drug supply system with adequate drug suppliers. Resources should be allocated to purchase ultra-modern equipment. Additionally, clear mechanism of access of emergency commodities should be developed by hospital management and staff be made aware on it. There is need for staff participation in emergency policy formulation, guidelines, emergency plans, and lobbying for emergency preparedness. Addition institution needs to make emergency drills, safety inspections regular. Description: Journal Article URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/4123 Files in this item: 1
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Miller, Ann Neville; Kinnally, William; Maleche, Hellen; Booker, Nancy Achieng’ (African Journal of AIDS Research, June , 2017)[more][less]
Abstract: Adolescents in sub-Saharan Africa are at risk for contracting HIV. Although media campaigns have educated the population as a whole, few studies are available about the time sub-Saharan African youth spend listening to and viewing sexual messages via the entertainment and informational media. The goals of this project were: 1) to investigate what programming Nairobi adolescents access; and 2) to investigate the association between frequency of access and level of focus on physical relationships with adolescents’ perceptions of descriptive norms of peer sexual behaviour, and their attitudes regarding men as sex driven, women as sex objects, and dating as a sport. A total of 464 students from 6 Nairobi secondary schools were surveyed. When students’ favourite musicians had a strong focus on physical relationships in their songs, those students estimated the prevalence of risky sexual behaviours among their peers higher. These students also endorsed gender stereotypical and casual attitudes about sex. Large amounts of time spend on the Internet was predictive of all sexual attitude variables. Students whose favourite TV programmes had a strong focus on physical relationships also estimated prevalence of peer sexual behaviour as high. Description: Journal Article URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/4122 Files in this item: 1
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Wekesa, Allan Siangu; Aswani, Daniel Robert (International Journal of Humanities and Social Science, June , 2015)[more][less]
Abstract: Rural communities in coastal areas depend on mangroves as their primary source of income generation, fuel, medicine and other basic necessities such as timber for housing. The wanton depletion of mangroves is a cause of serious environmental and economic concern. Wise management of these resource is therefore essential for the sustainable use and for the cultural and socio-economic welfare of the coastal inhabitants. In this connection, awareness raising through information to all relevant stakeholders is decisive in order to save the mangrove forests. The aim of this paper is to analyze the contribution of the different forms of communication in the dissemination of information. The findings of this study indicate the use of face to face communication through village meetings and seminars were found to be more effective communication channels as opposed to mass media tools like radio and TV due to the high levels of interaction and feedback opportunities. Description: Journal Article URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/4121 Files in this item: 1
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Aswani, Daniel Robert (Asian Journal of Humanities and Social Studies, October , 2017)[more][less]
Abstract: A number of terror attacks have furthered the notoriety of terrorists. Such attacks include the ones in Bali, London, Nairobi, Kikambala, Dar-el-salaam, Kampala, New York, the fortune spent to bring down Osama bin Laden and more recently the sporadic terror attacks in different towns in Kenya culminating in the Westgate attack. Immediately after the 9/11 bombings, the then US President, George W. Bush declared that — in the war against terror — countries were either with the USA or with the terrorists. This declaration created an equal and opposite assumption that ‘those’ fighting terror were thereby justified in the manner they terror suspects. As a result, dangerous escapades have been reported in Afghanistan, Pakistan and Iraq. Simultaneously, tales of torture have surrounded the debate on the rationale of holding suspects at Guantanamo Bay. In a nutshell, the role of interrogators has come under sharp focus particularly in the inhumane manner that terrorism suspects have been handled. Complaints have ranged from rendition to torture. The role of the investigator in torturing a suspect, or what has been called interrogational torture, has been a topic of discussion in many civil society engagements around the globe. Description: Book Review URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/4120 Files in this item: 1
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Aswani, Daniel Robert (Asian Journal of Humanities and Social Studies (, October , 2021)[more][less]
Abstract: Kenya, like most countries in the world, continues to battle with the effects of the novel coronavirus (nCoV) popularly known as COVID-19. The rise in infections cannot be compared with a paltry 3% of the population that is fully vaccinated – a concern that puts the blame squarely on the way government has communicated on vaccine uptake. While there is an appreciation of constraining factors such as vaccine nationality ‘wars’, it is disturbing that where vaccines are availed, there remains anecdotal evidence on what spurs the hesitancy to take up vaccine in Kenya. This study sought to establish what drives the hesitancy in vaccine uptake by exploring the perceptions of COVID-19 survivors towards the communication strategies utilized by government to urge Kenyans to get vaccinated. The social influence theory provided a lens for understanding this phenomenon. Government communication strategies are competing with many voices that either deny the form of existence of the virus and hence refute the place of vaccines, or speak of the inefficiency of the vaccine, or create conspiracies around the use of vaccines. Good communication strategies seem to be the missing link in spurring the take up of COVID-19 vaccines and pushing the population to herd immunity. Only then, can the country encourage socio-economic development. This study answered research questions that explore problems, prospects, and perspectives that COVID-19 survivors (n=10) had towards the government communication strategies. The study took a phenomenological approach utilizing lived experiences of the survivors (5 now fully vaccinated and 5 are yet vaccinated). Explicated data was presented in themes. Participants noted use of different government communication strategies such as publicized vaccination of senior government officials; use of influencers; and use of media briefings. Based on findings and personal reflections, government communication strategies used by the government were reactive, pompous (or ignorant), and/or contradictory. Description: Journal Article URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/4119 Files in this item: 1
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Obonyo, Levi; Fackler, P. Mark (Wiley-Blackwell, March 28, 2014)[more][less]
Abstract: This chapter focuses on common play, the first public activity most humans learn and practice. The authors use play theory to explain the significance of editorial cartooning in Kenya. They suggest that, in developing democracies that cannot assume universal literacy, media users concerned about public life receive initial and meaningful information on politics through conventions associated with the editorial cartoon. They argue that cartoon viewers learn through this play mode rather than from public debate or through a rational articulation of issues. The five cartoonists interviewed here describe their work in ways uncommon for the press establishment, and they evince values like courage, criticism of entrenched power, and passion for justice – values that the press establishment reveres, yet practices much more conservatively. Description: Book Chapter URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/4118 Files in this item: 1
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Wekesa, Moni (JutaJournals, 2019)[more][less]
Abstract: The Constitution of Kenya, 2010, stipulates that sovereignty lies with the people. This sovereignty can be exercised directly by the people through voting at periodic elections and referenda and indirectly through elected representatives, among others. Presidential elections in Kenya— as elsewhere in Africa—are usually hotly contested. Irregularities and illegalities are bound to occur. The Constitution of Kenya 2010 codified some rights, including those of the voter and the manner of conducting elections. The adjudication of presidential petitions was vested in the Supreme Court. Relevant enabling legislation and regulations have also been formulated. The Supreme Court has applied both the quantitative and qualitative tests in determining election petitions at different times. In the Presidential Election Petition of 2013, some of the issues canvassed revolved around whether there was a valid voters’ register and whether there were irregularities and if the illegalities observed were of a high enough threshold to affect the integrity of the election. The Supreme Court, applying the quantitative test determined that the election results would stand. However, in the 2017 Presidential Election Petition, the court, applying the qualitative test, deviated from its 2013 decision and nullified that election. The question that this article interrogates is whether the Supreme Court acted with constitutional fidelity in both these decisions. This article analyses the jurisprudence from the 2013 and 2017 decisions of the Supreme Court Description: Journal Article URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/4117 Files in this item: 1
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Wekesa, Moni; Kinyua, Ann Wanjiku (Pioneer academic publishing limited, March 1, 2023)[more][less]
Abstract: Epistocracy is the rule by the elite while democracy entails the rule of the people by the people for thepeople. The common person is supposed to have space to determine how they wish to be governed. Kenya’s constitution provides that all sovereignty belongs to the people. And that such sovereigntycan be exercised either directly or indirectly through elected representatives and establishedinstitutions. With respect to constitutional amendments, the people can participate througheither apopular initiative or a parliamentary initiative. Both routes could eventually require the direct participation of the people through a referendum. In some other jurisdictions, amendment of theconstitution is a preserve of the legislature. In others, reference is always made to the commonperson. In Kenya, the law is not clear on ‘who’ can initiate an amendment to the constitution throughthepopular initiative. The common person in Kenya is poor; can’t afford necessities of life like foodandhealthcare; and to some extent, forms a large segment of the illiterate population. The commonpersonrelies on the benevolence of the elite and is easily influenced by them to even vote in a certainway. This situation would appear to make the concept of democracy a mirage. This paper examines theplace of the common person in various attempts at amending the 2010 Constitution. It is arguedthat though the common person is legally empowered to participate in constitutional amendments, thereality is that it is the epistographs who determine such constitutional changes. Recommendations onimproving the level of participation of the common person in constitutional amendments arepostulated to include continuous and enhanced ‘awareness’ seminars as well as improving underlyingsocial conditions such as access to food, health and education. Description: Journal Article URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/4116 Files in this item: 1
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Wekesa, Moni (Daystar University, School of Law, 2022)[more][less]
Abstract: The constitution of Kenya places the common person at the centre of democracy, starting from the preamble. Article 10 places public participation at the centre of decision making in matters affecting the common man, all government institutions are bound to involve the common person in policy making. The constitution prescribes public participation by giving the common man right to decide how he is to be governed, political rights such as vying for elective positions, voting and participating in constitutional referendums. This is based on the presumption that they can make informed choices. However, based on the elite theory of democracy where the elites are bound to rule - and as such use their wealth, connections and the fact that they are more educated than the average citizen, to control decisions and events within a state it is questionable whether in fact the common person does participate in effective democracy. There elites include ‘political’ brokers who are also ‘deep state’, and who influence legislation, appointments and even voting. These elites are sometimes referred to as epistocrats. The elites occupy a ‘privileged’ position in society that makes society listen to them. This then begs the question whether it is the common person or the epistocrats who actually determine the form of governance in Kenya. This paper uses a comparative approach on constitutional amendment procedures and practices to evaluate the sovereignty of the common person in Kenya. Description: Conference Presentation URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/4115 Files in this item: 1
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Kilonzo, Kethi (Daystar University, School of Law, 2022)[more][less]
Abstract: Distinguished Communication Scholar, Donald K. Smith (2013) asserts that “communication is what is heard, not only what is said. This assertion is in congruence with the communication process and models which appreciate the various elements that play a pivotal role in effective communication. One key determinant of effective communication is whether what the audience speaker hears and understands, is close or exact as what the source has said. This is the intended discourse of this paper, having in mind the Kenyan Parliament. After key issues have been debated, the speaker normally calls the house to vote on the motion. More often than not, the vote is by acclamation. And the decision is made by the speaker whether the AYEs or NAYs have it. This means that the decision is largely dependent on what the speaker hears, irrespective of how loud the AYEs or NAYs shout. In view of the foregoing and considering that members of parliament are the representatives of the people of Kenya, the mode of voting and how it is communicated is paramount. The fate of the sovereign will of the people and the promotion of democratic ideals depends on what the speaker hears through this mode of communicating the vote. The decision of the speaker further determines the extent to which the national values and principles of governance are upheld. It is therefore critical to examine this mode of communicating the vote with the following issues in mind; extent to which it realizes the sovereign will of the people; democratic ideals, constitutional values and principles of governance and established model(s) of effective communication, this paper scrutinizes select decisions that have been arrived at based on this approach and the significance of the same. Description: Conference Presentation URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/4114 Files in this item: 1
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Wekesa, Moni (Daystar University, School of Law, 2022)[more][less]
Abstract: Commercialization of IP depends on creations and inventions. These two invariably result from research and development (R & D). Africa spends less than 1% of her GDP on R & D activities. Additionally, there is very little coordination between various agencies dealing with IP in African countries. This is compounded by other factors such as low levels of IP awareness, an archaic academic culture at universities, lack of coordination in the use of research facilities, and lack of entrepreneurial skills amongst academics. Despite legislation to protect indigenous knowledge, very little comes out of it. Attempts by Ghana to commercialize her folklore has not borne fruits. The numerous institutions touching on R & D and IP in Morocco have not placed that country ahead of the others in matters of IP. South Africa, which has the highest expenditure on R & D at 0.8% if GDP does not produce as many patents as a single institution in USA. Consequently, the University of California registers more patents per year than the continent of Africa. The approach used by most institutions in Africa is one in which an institution attempts to interest industry. The diverse cultures operating between the two institutions make cooperation rather difficult. Research institutions come up with inventions that the industry does not need, or research institutions are not able to align their research agenda with the needs of industry. Neither is able to meet the needs of the other. The ‘triple helix’ approach proposes a model in which government is the main driver bringing research institutions and industry together. This model has been used with a lot of success in Victoria, Australia. This paper seeks to interrogate how the ‘triple helix’ model can be adapted to answer the question of improved commercialization of IP in Africa. Description: Conference Presentation URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/4113 Files in this item: 1
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Oloo, Martin (Daystar University, School of Law, 2022)[more][less]
Abstract: The regulatory environment for the practice of mass media reveals the ever-existing tension between freedom of the press, democracy, and the rule of law. The promulgation of the progressive Constitution of Kenya 2010 embeds constitutional safeguards for the freedom of the press and freedom of speech. This study assessed the state of the mass Media law and practice in Kenya post the Constitutional of Kenya 2010, against three key research questions: 1) To what extent does Kenya entrench international and constitutional safeguards for freedom of the press in Kenya? 2) What is the effect of the rise of the social media on the regulatory environment in Kenya? 3) To what extent is the media in Kenya, regulated in view of the challenge of the private and the public interest? The research was mainly based on the literature review and focus group discussions with a select set of practising advocates and journalists. The findings of the research point to the fact that Kenya’s constitution entrenches the freedoms of the press and liberty of thought, while offering exceptions. With the exceptions, a follow-on debate arises around the question: does the regulatory environment for the mass media stifle or misrepresent the citizens’ voices? Description: Conference Presentation URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/4112 Files in this item: 1
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Wekesa, Moni (Daystar University, School of Law, 2022)[more][less]
Abstract: Research institutions in the country acquire their facilities and equipment at different times. Due to limited budgetary allocation of less than 1% to research and development, an institution may have to wait for five or more years to get funds to renew their facilities. This is a global reality. This reality calls in the need for sharing of and access to available facilities. Kenya has two major international laboratories namely; the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) and the International Center for Insect Physiology and Ecology (ICIPE) that have state of the art research centres such as KEMRI, KEFRI, Kenya Marine Fisheries Research Institute and Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organisation (KALRO) also have well equipped laboratories and experimental sites. Universities also have research facilities, most of which are suitable for basic research. These research institutions do not ‘talk’ to each other. There is no national inventory of the research facilities held by each institution. Collaboration and cooperation in research is done on an ad hoc basis, i.e. without clear memoranda of understanding. Several challenges are likely to arise where there is no agreement on the use of facilities. First and foremost is that deserving researchers would be unfairly denied access to much needed facilities. Secondly, where inventions are made, the question of ownership of intellectual property (IP) can lead to prolonged litigation. Thirdly, where equipment like computers and motor vehicles are bought using research grants, ownership of the equipment at the end of the project can be a source of conflict. Fourthly, issues of wear and tear with respect to replacement of consumables and accidental breakages ought to be determined before access is granted. Fifthly, is the question of duplication of resources. Sixthly, some equipment could become obsolete before they are maximally used. This paper seeks to analyse the challenges around ‘sharing of and access to’ research facilities and make recommendations for watertight protocols as a solution to the challenges. Description: Conference Presentation URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/4111 Files in this item: 1
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Owuor, Maurice (Daystar University, School of Law, 2022)[more][less]
Abstract: International peace and security is inextricably tied to international development. And that ADR is an important cog in that wheel. It is in view of the foregoing that research into the emerging nexus is paramount. The global conflicts which threaten development inter alia, the Russia - Ukraine conflict in particular comes to mind. The said conflict has awakened the world to the interdependence, interconnectedness and inter relationship of states inter se It is now evident that international peace and security is a sine quo non condition for development. And that disruption of international peace and security in one corner of the globe affects development in other distant parts. The foregoing conflict has also re - emphasized that sustainable global development and international peace and security requires, the resolution of global disputes using other alternative dispute resolution mechanisms inter alia; mediation, conciliation, arbitration. Negotiation et cetera. Description: Conference Presentation URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/4110 Files in this item: 1
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Namiinda, Linda (Daystar University, School of Law, 2022)[more][less]
Abstract: In the recent past, financial institutions have sought to incorporate sustainability in their scope of work. Since they are one of the main players in development, financial institutions have taken it upon themselves to ensure the activities they are funding are not encouraging environmental degradation. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and other global institutions are hell-bent on encouraging “green finance” worldwide. In Kenya, the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) has come up with Environmental Social Governance (ESG) disclosure guidelines. All listed companies are encouraged to include ESG disclosures in their annual reports. Stakeholders are no longer interested in just the financial performance of companies but also the environmental social and governance impact that the company has in the society. Companies are expected to make these disclosures every financial year. Banks and other lending institutions are also encouraged to find out how creditors intend to use the money borrowed and whether the intended activities will have a positive or negative impact on the environment. The question that this research paper seeks to answer is whether the data received in the ESG disclosures would have a direct impact in the reduction of climate change. Being voluntary self -reported disclosures, reliance is made on the goodwill and honesty of the company. The author shall rely on publications and interviews to conduct the research. The research seeks to establish whether sustainable development would be achieved where only guidelines are provided. Description: Conference Presentation URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/4109 Files in this item: 1
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Musikali, Lois (Daystar University, School of Law, 2022)[more][less]
Abstract: Recently, there have been various attempts by the Government of Kenya, directly or indirectly, to collect data from its citizens. Amongst these are the efforts at Huduma Number registration as well as the recent call by the Communication Authority of Kenya to re-register all telephone lines. The motives behind these efforts at data collection have been shrouded in controversy with the government arguing that data collection is a necessity for economic development while a significant number of citizens have been wary that data collection by government agencies would curtail their constitutional right to privacy among other constitutional rights. The aim of this paper is to explore these two perspectives, their validity and the role of data governance in mediating this of citizen-government distrust and thereby facilitating economic development. This paper will begin by reviewing the role of trust in general governance and development, whether governments can be trusted, and what causes citizen to distrust their governments. It will then explore the benefits of citizen-government trust for economic development. This will be followed by a consideration of the role of data governance in creating and increasing citizen-government trust and thereby making the collection of data an easier activity when the same is required for economic development. This paper will review Kenya’s legal framework on data protection, particularly, the Data Protection Act, with a view to making suggestions for reform that would increase citizen-government trust during government-led data collection exercises and in so doing facilitate economic development. Description: Conference Presentation URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/4108 Files in this item: 1
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Musikali, Lois M. (Governance Journal, 2022)[more][less]
Abstract: This paper provides an overview of corporate governance scholarship from inception to-date and situates the current issue of managing Big Data within corporate governance practice and scholarship. Its aim is to highlight the possible impact of Big Data on current corporate governance practice and regulation with a view to encouraging further research on the same. Whilst digitisation has aided advances in good corporate governance practice and regulation, the effects of digitisation have not all been positive: a significant number of corporate governance scandals today are digital. With a focus on data mining, this paper explores this phenomenon, Africa’s readiness for it and the surrounding issues it raises both within corporate governance and human rights. That Big Corporations are able to mine data without the data subjects knowledge and use it to their advantage without the data subject’s informed consent and compensation has resulted in a phenomenon referred to as ‘data colonialism’. This paper evaluates the extent to which Africa and in particular Kenya is prepared for the current world of data harvesting and assesses the need for effective data mining regulation in Africa. It considers the effect of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) on Kenya’s Data Protection Act and questions whether Kenya’s legal framework can effectively deal with data mining while highlighting the role that corporate governance has in improving accountability in the way Big Corporations handle data. Description: Article URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/4107 Files in this item: 1