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Effects of Live Streaming Strategies on Evangelical Church Service Participation Among Nairobi-Based Congregants
No full textMaster of Arts in CommunicationThis study examined the influence of livestreaming on church participation among evangelical congregants in Nairobi. The research was guided by three objectives: 1) To identify the key components and implementation of livestreaming strategies used by evangelical churches in Nairobi, 2) To evaluate the patterns and determinants of congregants’ participation in live-streamed church services, and 3) To investigate the role of digital literacy and internet accessibility in shaping congregants’ engagement with livestreamed worship. Media Richness Theory and Social Presence Theory framed the study, providing an understanding of how technological and mediated presence influence church participation. A quantitative survey design was employed, targeting 97 respondents drawn from five leading evangelical churches: Christ is the Answer Ministries (CITAM), International Christian Center, Winners Chapel International, Nairobi Chapel, and Nairobi Baptist Church. Data was collected using structured questionnaires and analyzed in Microsoft Excel through descriptive statistics such as frequencies, percentages, and graphical presentations. The findings revealed that livestream implementation strategies commonly featured scheduled services, multiple streaming platforms, worship team participation, and attention to technical quality. Participation patterns showed strong adoption during and after COVID-19, with convenience emerging as the most cited determinant across age groups. Digital literacy and internet access were found to be critical enablers of engagement, as respondents with higher confidence in using livestream platforms and reliable internet reported stronger positive experiences. Conversely, disruptions such as unstable connectivity, limited technical skills, and time constraints reduced levels of engagement. The study concludes that livestreaming has become an integral extension of evangelical worship in Nairobi, enabling accessibility and enabling participation into hybrid forms of church experiences. It recommends that churches invest in technical quality, provide digital literacy support, and develop inclusive strategies to enhance engagement. The study contributes to communication scholarship by situating livestreaming within African religious communication, highlighting its role in mediating faith, presence, and community in digital contexts.Daystar Universit
Intellectual Capital and Organizational Performance of Tech Industry in Kenya: Case of Andela Kenya Limited
No full textMASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION in Human Resource ManagementThe purpose of the study was to examine the influence of intellectual capital on the organizational performance of technology firms in Kenya, focusing on Andela Kenya Limited. While Andela has played a key role in nurturing software engineering talent in Africa, it faces challenges in optimizing the human, structural, and relational capital to sustain its competitive performance. These challenges include retaining talent, codifying knowledge, and fostering strategic relationships. Using the Resource-Based View (RBV) theory as the theoretical framework the study sought to analyze the relationship between intellectual capital dimensions and organizational performance at Andela Kenya. The study targeted all employees at Andela Kenya Limited, recognizing that staff at all levels contribute to the development and utilization of intellectual capital. A descriptive correlational research design was employed. Data was collected through structured questionnaires and analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS). The Pearson Product-Moment Correlation Coefficient assessed the strength and direction of relationships among variables. Correlation analysis was used to evaluate the predictive power and statistical significance of intellectual capital components. The findings revealed that human capital (r = 0.632, p < 0.001) and organizational capital (r = 0.223, p = 0.016) each had a statistically significant positive relationship with organizational performance. Relational capital showed a weak, positive but statistically insignificant relationship (r = 0.135, p = 0.150). These results underscored the critical role of human and organizational capital, which are elements of intellectual capital in enhancing organizational performance. The study contributed to the RBV literature and offers practical insights for improving performance in knowledge-intensive firms through strategic investment in intellectual capital.Daystar Universit
Exchange Rate Volatility and Kenya’s Debt Sustainability
No full textMaster of Science in EconomicsThe rising debt burden compounded by significant exchange rate volatility raises concerns on the sustainability of Kenya’s debt. Analysing the effect of exchange rate volatility on Kenya’s debt sustainability is crucial as some of the country’s debt sustainability indicators have been breached. The objectives for this study were to analyse historical trends in exchange rate volatility and debt sustainability in Kenya, assess the causal relationship that exists between exchange rate volatility and debt sustainability and evaluate the impact of exchange rate volatility on Kenya’s debt sustainability. Anchored in the Marshall-Lerner condition and supported by the Debt Overhang theory and the Purchasing Power Parity Theory, the study employed the Structural Vector Autoregression framework on monthly data time series data from 2000 to 2024. The researcher adopted causality, descriptive and correlational research design. At level, real exchange rate volatility, Garch volatility, and inflation are stationary while nominal exchange rate volatility, real interest rate, imports, exports, GDP, and the debt indicators are stationary at first difference. The model was homoscedastic, and the modulus lay within the unit root circle indicating stability. The Jarques-Bera test confirmed the presence of non-normality in the residuals. This model allows for identification of structural shocks and analysis of dynamic relationships among macroeconomic variables. The Granger causality tests confirmed that real exchange rate volatility and exports granger cause public debt-to-GDP ratio and external debt-to-GDP ratio. While GDP and imports have a significant predictive power on external debt-to-exports ratio and debt-service to revenue ratio respectively. The impulse response function (IRF) revealed that real exchange rate volatility shocks last up to twenty months before converging to zero, suggesting that the shocks are rather short-term. The response of external debt-to-exports ratio to real exchange rate volatility shocks is less pronounced compared to the response of public debt-to-GDP to the same shock. After accounting for variable’s own innovation, the variance decomposition identifies GDP and exports as the most important drivers of public debt-to-GDP ratio and external debt-to-exports ratio respectively. From the empirical findings, the study recommends a coordinated policy framework that integrates domestic growth, export competitiveness and exchange rate management to safeguard debt sustainability.Daystar Universit
Exploring Sociodemographic Factors Influencing Postnatal Depressive Symptoms Among Young Mothers in Slum Areas: A Case of Embakasi North Sub-County, Nairobi
No full textMasters in Clinical PsychologyDepressive symptoms among vulnerable populations, particularly young mothers in slum settings, present a significant public health concern. This study aimed to assess the sociodemographic determinants of depressive symptoms among young mothers in slum dwellings within Embakasi North Sub-County, Nairobi, Kenya. The study set out to determine the prevalence of depressive symptoms, examine sociodemographic factors influencing depressive symptom development, evaluate the effects of environmental stressors, identify coping techniques, and explore resilience factors that protect young mothers from depression. The study employed a descriptive cross-sectional research design, targeting young mothers aged 15-24 years with at least one child. A stratified random sampling technique was used to select 324 participants from five geographical areas: Dandora Phase 1 & 2, Dandora Phase 3 & 4, Kariobangi North, Korogocho, and Babadogo. Data were collected using structured questionnaires, including the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS), the Environmental Stress Assessment Scale, and the Brief COPE Inventory. The research adhered to ethical guidelines, with approval from the Daystar University Institutional Scientific and Ethics Review Committee (DU-ISERC) and the National Commission for Science, Technology, and Innovation (NACOSTI). Results revealed a concerning prevalence of depressive symptoms, with 38.9% of participants demonstrating clinically significant depressive symptoms. Key sociodemographic factors influencing depression included age, educational attainment, marital status, and employment status, with younger, less educated, and unmarried mothers showing higher rates of depression. Environmental stressors, such as overcrowding, poor sanitation, and lack of access to basic services, were found to exacerbate depressive symptoms. The correlation analysis indicated a significant relationship between environmental stress and depressive symptoms (r = 0.456, p < 0.001). Coping strategies primarily focused on emotion-focused techniques, such as religious coping, acceptance, and emotional support, with avoidant coping strategies being less frequently employed. The study concluded that depressive symptoms among young mothers in Embakasi North are influenced by a combination of sociodemographic factors, environmental stressors, and coping strategies. The findings highlight the importance of addressing both individual and environmental factors to mitigate the mental health challenges faced by young mothers in slum areas. The study recommended the establishment of mental health screening programs, particularly for young mothers, to detect depressive symptoms early. Additionally, stress management programs, economic empowerment initiatives, and environmental improvements in slum settings should be prioritized. Further research is needed to explore the long-term effects of environmental stressors and evaluate the effectiveness of coping strategies in managing depressive symptoms.Daystar Universit
Organizational Change and Employee Performance: A Case of Novartis East Africa Cluster
No full textMaster of Business Administartion in Strategic ManagementThe pharmaceutical industry operates in an environment defined by rapid innovation, evolving regulations, and intense competition, requiring organizations to continuously adapt through organizational change. At Novartis East Africa Cluster, recent performance challenges—including missed annual targets and position redundancies—highlight potential links between organizational transformations and declining employee performance. This study investigates how different types of organizational change affect employee performance within Novartis East Africa Cluster. Anchored in Kotter’s Theory of Change, McKinsey 7S Model, and Expectancy Theory, the research employed a descriptive design to examine this relationship. Data were collected through structured questionnaires administered to employees across the region, with key findings revealing that departmental restructuring and leadership changes were the most prevalent organizational transformations. Analysis demonstrated a significant relationship between organizational change and employee performance, with structural changes exhibiting the strongest association. While most employees maintained high self-rated performance and motivation, organizational changes introduced substantial well-being challenges: only a minority reported positive effects, whereas others experienced decreased job satisfaction and work-life balance. The study concludes that organizational changes at Novartis East Africa Cluster have created significant employee well-being challenges despite generally strong operational performance. Recommendations include implementing comprehensive psychological support systems, enhancing change communication strategies, adopting phased implementation approaches, and balancing transformation initiatives with workplace stability measures to optimize both organizational outcomes and employee experience during periods of change.Daystar Universit
Daystar Council Chairpersons from 1976 to date
No full textPictures of Daystar Council Chairpersons from 1976 to dateDaystar Universit
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.
No full textJournal articleIn many Low and middle income countries HIV and cervical cancer have always been interlinked, as HIV patients are more likely to be diagnosed with cervical cancer at a young age. The policy in Kenya is to screen all HIV positive women for cancer of the cervix.
Objective: This study aimed to explore the increase in incidences of advanced cervical cancer in young HIV Negative women, as compared to HIV Positive,
presenting at the hospital.
Methodology: A review of hospital records of all patients aged 13-35 years presenting with Cancer of the Cervix regardless of HIV status at time of
diagnosis in the period 2012 - 2019 of the study and purposive active recruitment of same age set in the 2020 – 2021period.
Findings: After the introduction of routine voluntary early screening of HIV +VE women, there was an increase of 15.91% of routine early screening of
cancer of the cervix in the young HIV +VE patients as compared to their HIV –VE counterparts, from 3.85% to 19.76% in the 2012-2019 and 2020-2021
study periods.
Conclusion: Our conclusion is that apparently due to the early routine cancer of the cervix screening of young HIV positive women, cases are being
diagnosed very early, in the pre-cancer and early stages, leading to early treatment and remission, in turn leading to the increased contribution of young HIV
negative women with advanced cancer of the cervix
Childhood Adversities and Their Associations with Mental Disorders in The World Mental Health International College Student Surveys Initiative.
No full textJournal ArticlePurpose
This study investigates associations of childhood adversities (CAs) with lifetime prevalence, 12-month prevalence, and 12-month persistence of mental disorders in a large cross-national sample of university students.
Methods
Data came from epidemiologic surveys carried out by the World Mental Health International College Student (WMH-ICS)Initiative across 18 countries (n=60,719). The web-based surveys screened for lifetime and 12-month prevalence and age-of-onset of common DSM-5 disorders (Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar I/II Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Alcohol and Drug Use disorders, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) and five types of CAs (family dysfunction, emotional abuse, physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect). Multivariable Poisson regression models estimated associations of CA type, number, and frequency with disorders.
Results
The majority of incoming students reported exposure to at least one CA (64.9%), including 50.0 % family dysfunction, 42.2 % emotional abuse, 21.2 % physical abuse, 18.8 % neglect, and 5.0 % sexual abuse. Lifetime and 12-month disorders were significantly associated with CAs in multivariable models, although associations with disorder persistence were weaker. Population attributable risk proportions of 12-month disorders associated with CAs were in the range of 40.7–61.0 % for anxiety and mood disorders and 13.5–55.2 % for substance use disorders.
Conclusion
Six out of ten university students arrive at university having been exposed to CAs. These students have substantially higher risk of mental disorders than other students, primarily due to associations with lifetime risk rather than persistence. Given the considerable distress and impairment caused by mental disorders, these results underscore the need for primary and secondary prevention efforts
Company Board Chairpersons from 1994 to date
No full textDaystar Company Limited is the sponsoring entity of Daystar University, a Christian university with campuses in Athi River and Nairobi. It was incorporated in Kenya under the Companies Act in 2013.Daystar Universit
Using Moodle’s Interactive Tools in Problem‑Based Learning to Enhance Collaborative Learning: An Explanatory Sequential Mixed Methods Research.
No full textJournal ArticleThis study explored learners’ experience in an online problem-based learning (PBL) Moodle class. Additionally, an assessment of the PBL approach in enhancing collaborative learning was done to evaluate its effectiveness in eLearning. Lastly, the researchers make recommendations for an effective adoption of PBL in Moodle. To achieve this, an explanatory sequential mixed methods research study was employed. In the first phase, Moodle log searches were carried out to measure some of the commonly used tools. An analysis of data findings from the Moodle logs was triangulated with survey questionnaires disseminated to online teachers and learners. In the second phase, qualitative data was collected through Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) with teachers to assess the Moodle tools used and their interactivity. Findings indicate that the Assignment tool was the most frequently used by both learners (23.4%) and teachers (18.1%), followed by Video Conferencing, Discussion Forums, and Quizzes. Moodle log analysis confirmed these trends, revealing that Multiple-choice questions were the predominant assessment type (68.9%). Qualitative findings highlight that effective interactions depended on teacher strategies, with learners preferring external platforms like WhatsApp and Zoom over Moodle for collaboration. Despite challenges posed by large class sizes, learners and teachers reported perceived improvements in teamwork, confidence, and problem-solving skills, suggesting PBL has potential benefits in online learning. However, the study faced limitations, including the inability to isolate Moodle-specific impacts due to the use of external platforms and blended learning environments. Additionally, technical and infrastructure constraints, such as internet connectivity and device access, were not extensively examined but likely influenced participation levels and collaboration outcomes. These insights underscore the need for improved facilitation strategies and better integration of Moodle tools to support collaboration in online PBL environments. Further research is needed to measure actual learning gain