Improving Access to Quality Education in Kenya: Strategies for Enhancing Primary and Secondary Education
VIEW ON PUBLISHER SITE KIBU Author(s) Margaret Nanjala Matisi Name Abstract Access to quality education is a fundamental right and a key driver of social, economic, and political development in Kenya. Despite significant progress in recent years, the country still faces challenges in ensuring access to quality education for all children, particularly those from disadvantaged […]
Specific Mystical Beliefs and Practices That Are Still Being Practiced by the Maasai Community in Narok North Sub-County and Their Significance
VIEW ON PUBLISHER SITE KIBU Author(s) Rispah Wepukhulu Margaret Nanjala Matisi Abstract The Maasai community in Narok North Sub-County, Kenya, has a rich cultural heritage that includes various mystical beliefs and practices. Despite the influence of modernization and the adoption of Christianity, many of these beliefs and practices persist. This seminar paper aims to identify […]
Mechanisms Adopted By the Nandi Religious Practitioners to Create, Prepare, Preserve and Transfer the Knowledge of Traditional Medicine among the Nandi of Uasin-Gishu- Kenya
VIEW ON PUBLISHER SITE KIBU Author(s) Margaret Nanjala Matisi Name Abstract The Nandi community of Uasin-Gishu, Kenya, has a rich tradition of traditional medicine that encompasses not only the intricate practices of healing but also the mechanisms employed to create, prepare, preserve, and transfer this invaluable knowledge. The intersection of spirituality, cultural heritage, and ecological […]
Some of the Challenges Affecting the Observance of Traditional Religious Practices of Medicine among the Nandi of Uasin-Gishu-Kenya
VIEW ON PUBLISHER SITE KIBU Author(s) Margaret Nanjala Matisi Name Abstract This paper discusses the enduring practice of traditional medicine, facing challenges like stigmatization and habitat degradation due to historical, religious, and colonial influences. The conservation of medicinal plants and indigenous knowledge is crucial for cultural preservation and ecological balance. The interplay between modernization and […]
The Role of Context in the Composition and Performance of Bukusu Children’s Play Songs
VIEW ON PUBLISHER SITE KIBU Author(s) Felix Orina Kennedy Simiyu Abstract Singing has been described as the most common and natural phenomenon observed in children as they grow up. The sources of the songs that children sing are drawn from their immediate environment and everyday experiences. The Bukusu community is rich in social, cultural, historical […]
Sources of humour in MCA Tricky’s Comic Performances in the Churchill Show of Kenya
VIEW ON PUBLISHER SITE KIBU Author(s) Joseph Musungu Felix Orina Abstract This narrative takes readers on a whimsical journey through a parliamentary visit, where the intricacies of power dynamics, societal contradictions, language barriers, and authority perceptions are humorously depicted. The narrator’s witty insights and interactions offer a fresh perspective, likening parliamentary proceedings to everyday street […]
Tricksterism and Subversion in Culture and Feminism
VIEW ON PUBLISHER SITE KIBU Author(s) Joseph Musungu Christine Namayi Abstract This study examines the works of Francis Imbuga, a renowned Kenyan playwright, who challenges traditional societal norms and advocates for social change through his plays, Aminata and The Burning of Rags. Imbuga explores the tensions between tradition and modernity in African societies and the […]
Effect of Utilization of Digital Teaching Materials on Performance of Learners in Literature in Public Universities in Western Kenya
VIEW ON PUBLISHER SITE KIBU Author(s) Ben Nyongesa Wekesa Name Abstract The study focused on assessing the effect of utilization of Digital teaching materials on the Performance of Literature learners at Public Universities in Western Kenya. The study specific objective was to: Examine the effect of utilization of Digital teaching materials on Performance of learners […]
Language as a Bridge: Navigating Cultural Divides and Generational Gaps in Francis Imbuga’s The Burning of Rags and the Return of Mgofu
VIEW ON PUBLISHER SITE KIBU Author(s) Joseph Musungu Christine Namayi Abstract This paper analyzes the use of language as a means to bridge cultural divides and generational gaps in Francis Imbuga’s plays “The Burning of Rags” and “The Return of Mgofu.” Imbuga employs a hybrid linguistic approach, drawing from both English and native African languages, […]
Hearts of Love and Hope for Suffering Faces a Manual for University Staff and Students
VIEW ON PUBLISHER SITE KIBU Author(s) Rev Fr. Dr. Leonard Juma Wafula Name Abstract -“Hearts of Love and Hope for Suffering Faces: A Manual for University Staff and Students” is a comprehensive guide that explores the themes of love, hope, and compassionate action in the context of supporting individuals facing various forms of suffering. This […]
