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A Contextual Analysis of Community Radio Programming and Peace Promotion in Political Campaigns in Kenya: A Case of Migori County
(New Media and Mass Communication, 2018-03-09) Mac' Ouma, Enock; Kinya, Henry; Mohochi, Ernest Sangai; Oluoch, John
With their ability to reach and influence a large number of people, community radios wield immense power in shaping the course of political discourse and contestations. Although many examples of the media’s negative contribution to escalation of violence and conflicts exist, fair and accurate journalism that builds confidence and counteracts misperceptions has the potential to transform and prevent political violence. Migori County is listed by the National Commission on Integration and Cohesion(NCIC) as one of the political violence hotspots in Kenya. The aim of this study was to investigate both programme genre and broadcast content of three community radios in the region. The objectives of the study were: To establish whether Milambo Radio 103.8 FM, Radio Tarumbeta 90.4 FM and Radio Rameny88.3 FM have programmes designed for promoting peaceful political campaigns in Migori County; to determine the extent to which such programmes are used in promoting peaceful political campaigns and to explore strategies through which the programmes may be made more effective in promoting peaceful political campaigns. The study used face-to-face interviews, focus group discussions and document analysis. Agenda Setting Theory supported by the Media Effects Theory were used.
A Study of Terrorism Discourse in TaifaLeo Newspaper of Kenya
(Mediterranean Journal of Social Sciences, 2013-03-10) Owala, Silas Odhiambo; Indede, Florence; Mohochi, Ernest Sangai
Terrorism is a global concern and usually elicits a lot of sensationalism every time it occurs. The media often finds itself in the middle of debates over this issue. Apart from the role of informing the public, the media has a responsibility of avoiding the creation of animosity amongst the readers. The choice of language used by the media can create a negative attitude towards one another among the readers and the public in general. This research investigated discourse on national and international terrorism in Taifa Leo, a daily published in Kiswahili language in Kenya. The main objective was to analyze the language used in reporting terrorism news in the newspaper. The intention was to find out how the language used in those specific news items created bias in presentation of terrorism news. The parts of the newspaper that had reports on terrorism were isolated and analyzed over a period of one year. The study revealed that there was bias in the way this newspaper reported terrorism news. The biases that were noted were mostly caused by discourse structures that were provided by either the reporters or the sources they quoted.
An Exposition of Some Adapted Lexemes in Dholuo
(Linguistics and Literature Studies, 2013-03-10) Okal, Benard Odoyo; Indede, Florence; Mohochi, Ernest Sangai
The paper gives an exposition of some adapted English lexemes into Dholuo. The work relied on a descriptive design. Total purposive sampling technique was incorporated in collecting secondary data to saturation level. All the adapted nominal lexemes from the English Dholuo Dictionary (EDD) were collected, qualitatively analyzed, edited and presented thematically by showing the adapted lexemes in various areas. The results indicate that adapted lexemes in this lexicographical work are manifested in the following areas: religion, people, subjects, places, measurements, clothing, vegetables, foodstuff, equipment, vehicles and months. We have gathered that as we adapt some lexemes from English into Dholuo, then phonemes such as /ʃ (sh), z/ automatically change to /s/, /v/ changes to /f/ and /q/ changes to /k/. We have concluded that English consonant phonemes such as / ʃ (sh), z, v, q/ are not manifested in Dholuo. Therefore, translators have to adapt them by using both the transference and naturalization translation procedures in order to achieve the desirable translated text.
Analysis of Students’ Attitudes towards the Use of Kiswahili in Teaching Communication Skills in Technical Institutes in Kenya
(International Journal of Humanities and Social Science, 2018-07-09) Kavoi, Jackson Mutuku; Mohochi, Ernest Sangai; Mwenda, Mukuthuria
This study investigated students’ attitudes towards the use of Kiswahili in teaching communication skills in technical institutes, in Kenya. An adapted communication skills attitude scale was used as a tool for measuring attitudes. Also, 5 institutions and 148 respondents were involved. A descriptive survey design and SPSS data analysis tool was used. 2.82% of 142 respondents depicted negative attitudes, while 97.18% were positive about being taught Communication Skills in Kiswahili. Alongside, students pursuing arts-related courses posted low positive attitudes compared to the science ones. Likewise, the diploma students reflected low positive attitudes compared to the certificate ones, hence the level of study had no attitudes influence towards the use of Kiswahili in teaching communication skills. The reason behind the positivity and difference in attitudes, was feeling of incompetence, hence the need to sharpen their communication skills. Contrary, the gender factor influenced attitudes towards the use of Kiswahili in teaching communications skills
An analysis of the competence in literary criticism among Kenyan secondary school students: a case study of Wareng' district, Uasin Gishu county
(Scholarlink Research Institute, 2012-10-01) Wambua, Pauline Ndave; Indede, Florence; Mohochi, Ernest Sangai
This paper is based on a study that examined the level of competence in literary criticism among students in Forms Two, Three and Four, based on the skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening in Wareng District of Uasin Gishu County, Kenya. The author argues that students’ exposure to literary knowledge and the competent use of figurative language can enhance performance in literature in Kiswahili and the general performance of the Kiswahili subject. The pragmatic theory, which recognizes that practical approach is the core foundation for building competence in whichever field, which then puts students at the centre of the acquisition of competence’s process, was used. The theory postulates that any system of education that is in place should be reviewed from time to time in order to be at par with the changes that are witnessed in everyday life. Questionnaires were used to collect data. Data from the questionnaires was analysed using a descriptive method and percentages. The findings showed that students had a lower ability in identifying and explaining the meaning and usage of terminologies that are commonly used during the criticism and analyzing of Kiswahili literature text books. This paper makes recommendations on the structures to mitigate the challenge of competency in literary criticism devices among Kenyan secondary school students. Bearing in mind that society thrives by communication, which is achieved by proper use of language, the study generates useful knowledge to teachers, students and scholars in the literary field on the need to come up with ways of improving competence in literary criticism.
Athari ya Uraibu wa Dawa za Kulevya kwa wanajamii kupitia Nyimbo za Kizazi Kipya Mtandaoni
(Eastern Africa Journal of Kiswahili, 2025-07-06) Ndinyo, Stephen Muyundo; Mohochi, Ernest Sangai; Musungu, Joseph Juma
Suala la dawa za kulevya ni mojawapo ya masuala ibuka lenye athari kubwa katika jamii huku mtandao ukichangia hali hii. Makala haya yalichunguza madhara yake yalivyosawiriwa katika mapambano dhidi ya mihadarati kupitia nyimbo za kizazi kipya mtandaoni. Kazi hii iliongozwa na Nadharia ya Athari ya Vyombo vya Habari iliyoasisiwa na McLuhan’s (1964). Muundo wa kithamano mkabala wa kiutendaji ulitumika. Mbinu ya ukusanyaji data iliyotumika ni uchanganuzi wa yaliyomo. Mwongozo wa uchanganuzi wa yaliyomo ulitumika kukusanya data mtandaoni. Umma lengwa ulihusisha nyimbo za kizazi kipya na mtandao. Mbinu ya usampulishaji wa kimaksudi ilitumika kuchagua nyimbo za kizazi kipya za Kiswahili, suala la dawa za kulevya na mtandao wa You Tube. Kisha, usampulishaji wa kitabaka ulitumika kuainisha nyimbo kidhima na kwa kurejelea aina tofauti ya mihadarati iliyosawiriwa. Jumla ya nyimbo tano na mtandao mmoja ulilengwa. Kazi hii ililenga kupata data ya kimaelezo iliyowasilishwa kwa kutumia maelezo ya kifafanuzi, mijadala, mifano na dondoo. Matokeo ya kazi hii ni kwamba nyimbo za kizazi kipya ziliangazia athari zake kwa jamii, familia na waraibu wa dawa tofauti za kulevya kama njia mojawapo ya kuhamasisha jamii katika mapambano dhidi ya mihadarati. Makala haya yanapendekeza mitandao mbalimbali tofauti na ule wa YouTube kutafitiwa kwa kurejelea madhara ya mihadarati. Pili, uchunguzi wa athari ya uraibu wa mihadarati kwa kurejelea nyimbo nyinginezo mbali na zile za kizazi kipya. Hatimaye, madhara ya mihadarati pia yatafitiwe katika tanzu nyingine za fasihi pepe kama vile vichekesho, filamu na vipindi vya runinga
Athari za Dhana Potofu Kuhusu Afrika na Mwafrika Kwa Jamii ya Waafrika Kama Zinavyodhihirishwa Katika Riwaya Teule za Euphrase Kezilahab
(CHAKITA, 2021-11-26) Malugu, Alfred; Mohochi, Ernest Sangai; Mulokozi, Mugyabuso Mlinzi
Suala la dhana potofu kuhusu Afrika na Mwafrika lina historia ndefu sana. Historia yake inaweza kutazamwa kuanzia kipindi cha ukoloni. Dhana hizo potofu kuhusu Afrika na Mwafrika zilijengewa msingi wake sio tu katika vitabu vya dini kama vile Biblia Takatifu, bali pia kwa wanafalsafa na wasomi maarufu wa kale wa Kimagharibi kama vile Carl Meinhof na Georg Hegel. Dhana potofu zilizopandikizwa zilichochea kutawaliwa kwa Waafrika na Afrika kwa jumla. Kwa mfano, kwa kupitia Biblia Takatifu kuna hoja kuwa masaibu, shida, majanga na mambo mbalimbali yanayomsibu Mwafrika yanatokana na kulaaniwa. Kutokana na kuwapo kwa dhana potofu, makala hii inakusudia kutathmini mikakati mbalimbali inayopendekezwa na Euphrase Kezilahabi katika kukabiliana na dhana hizo. Mikakati hiyo itabainishwa kupitia riwaya za Kezilahabi za Gamba la Nyoka, Nagona na Mzingile. Aidha, katika kubainisha dhana hizo, tutaongozwa na baadhi ya mihimili ya Nadharia ya Ubaadaukoloni. Hii ni Nadharia inayofungamanishwa na Edward Said hususani baada ya kuandika kitabu chake cha Orientalism (1978).
Demystifying workplace emerging trends in the Kenyan public service: Perceptions from Kibabii University
(International Journal of Emerging Trends in Social Sciences, 2025-06-17) Wakahia, Samuel Kairigo; Mohochi, Ernest Sangai
This study explored public service employees' awareness and adoption of emerging trends in task performance within the Kenyan public service. A descriptive, cross-sectional survey was conducted with 50 staff responding to an online questionnaire. Quantitative data was analyzed using SPSS, while qualitative data underwent thematic analysis. Findings showed that 96% of respondents recognized "remote working" as the most familiar trend, followed by "hybrid working" and "Artificial Intelligence" at 88%. "Micro Learning" (66%) and the "gig economy" (56%) had lower recognition. Despite this, 72% confirmed the integration of "remote working" and "Artificial Intelligence" into service delivery, with "hybrid working" and "Micro Learning" also gaining traction. "Gig economy" adoption remained minimal, while "hybrid working" was the most widely implemented (62%).Thematic analysis identified four key effects of trend integration: Efficiency and Productivity, Flexibility and Work-Life Balance, Inclusion and Diversity, and Challenges and Concerns. The study concluded that while awareness and adoption of emerging trends are significant, challenges such as infrastructure, training, policy reforms, and organizational adaptability persist. Future research could explore employee attitudes toward job security amid these transitions
Dhana Potofu Zilizopandikizwa na Wageni Kuhusu Afrika na Mwafrika:
(CHALUFAKITA, 2022-03-09) Malugu, Alfred; Mohochi, Ernest Sangai; Mulokozi, Mugyabuso Mlinzi
Kwa muda mrefu kumekuwapo na dhana potofu kuhusu Afrika na Mwafrika. Kihistoria, suala hili linaweza kutazamwa kuanzia kipindi cha ukoloni. Msingi mkuu wa dhana hizi potofu kuhusu Afrika na Mwafrika ulijengewa msingi wake katika vitabu vya dini kama vile Biblia Takatifu, na pia mawazo ya wanafalsafa na wasomi maarufu wa kale wa Kimagharibi kama vile Carl Meinhof na Georg Hegel. Dhana potofu zilizopandikizwa zilichochea kutawaliwa kwa Waafrika na Afrika kwa jumla. Kutokana na kuwapo kwa dhana hizo, makala hii inakusudia kubainisha dhana potofu mbalimbali kuhusu Afrika na Mwafrika katika riwaya za Kezilahabi za Gamba la Nyoka, Nagona na Mzingile. Data kwa ajili ya makala hii zilikusanywa kwa kutumia mbinu ya uchanganuzi matini. Mbinu hii ilihusisha utoaji wa maelezo ya kina kuhusu dhana potofu mbalimbali kuhusu Afrika na Mwafrika. Aidha, katika kubainisha dhana hizo, tuliongozwa na baadhi ya mihimili ya Nadharia ya Ubaadaukoloni, ambapo miongoni mwa dhana potofu zilizopandikizwa zilijidhihirisha kisiasa, kiuchumi, kijamii na kiutamaduni.
Effective Communication for Inclusivity in Working towards the Attainment of Beta and Vision 2030.
(International Journal of Humanities and Social Studies, 2025-11-30) Wakahia, Samuel Kairigo; Mohochi, Ernest Sangai
The purpose of this study was to explore the effectiveness of communication as an inclusivity strategy for achieving Beta and Vision 2030. The objectives were to assess the level of awareness of the Beta and Vision 2030 agendas, to analyse the uptake of the Beta and Vision 2030 strategies among Kenyan Citizens, and to propose better communication modalities that can enhance and bring on board citizen participation. A descriptive, cross-sectional survey was adopted for this study. An online questionnaire was used to collect data through a selected sample of respondents. In total, 200 respondents participated in the survey. Quantitative aspects of the data were analysed using SPSS, while qualitative data were subjected to thematic analysis. The findings demonstrate that while communication efforts have achieved broad awareness of Vision 2030 and, to a lesser extent, the BETA initiative, they fall short in deepening public understanding and fostering a sense of inclusive participation. While communication has raised awareness, it has not translated into widespread access, participation, or engagement with the BETA and Vision 2030 strategies. Citizen participation in BETA and Vision 2030 remains constrained by several communication barriers, including inadequate outreach, mistrust, low literacy, and limited access to inclusive platforms. The findings emphasise that achieving Beta and Vision 2030 requires a communication framework that is inclusive, adaptable, and responsive to the needs of all individuals, ultimately leading to sustainable and equitable development.
Hadithi fupi_utanzu uliopuuzwa
(1997) Mohochi, Ernest Sangai
Itikadi za Ujinsia katika Maumbo ya Majina ya Kikuria
(Ruwaza Afrika, 2023-03-11) Kasuma, Roseline; Ogola, James; Mohochi, Ernest Sangai
Majina ni vipengele vya lugha ambavyo hutaja mtu, kitu, hali, mahali, dhana na tendo na huweza kufunua itikadi na matukio katika maisha ya wanajamii. Itikadi ni mawazo ambayo humwongoza kila mtu ulimwenguni katika kutenda anayotenda na hivyo kuhalalisha au kuharamisha matendo anayoyafanya. Makala haya yanajikita katika kuchanganua jinsi maumbo ya majina ya Kikuria katika jamii ya Wakuria iliyoko nchini Kenya hushamirisha itikadi za ujinsia. Itikadi za ujinsia ni imani, mielekeo na mitazamo inayoongoza jamii kuhusu mgawanyo wa majukumu kwa kuangalia jinsia. Lengo kuu la makala haya ni kuainisha jinsi maumbo ya majina ya Kikuria hudumisha na kuendeleza itikadi za ujinsia. Data iliyotumika katika makala haya ilikusanywa kwa njia ya mahojiano ya ana kwa ana na majadiliano ya makundi. Ukusanyaji na uchanganuzi wa data uliongozwa na Nadharia ya Onomastiki. Nadharia hii imekuwa dira katika kubainisha maumbo ya majina ya Wakuria na jinsi maumbo haya huakisi itikadi za ujinsia katika jamii ya Wakuria. Utafiti wetu uliweza kubainisha kuwa vipo vipashio ambavyo hudokeza jinsia na shughuli inayohusishwa nazo au nafasi yake katika jamii. Kwa misingi hii, utafiti wetu ulibainisha kuwa jinsia ya kiume kwa mujibu wa majina yao yaliyoteuliwa kiitikadi, ilitengewa shughuli na nafasi zilizoikweza ikilinganishwa na jinsia ya kike.
Jungu kuu limeisha ukoko?Uendelelaji wa kiswahili kupitia uundaji wa msamiati
(Chama cha Kiswahili Afrika Mashariki, 2007) Mohochi, Ernest Sangai
Kenyan Technical Students’ Views on the Role of Kiswahili in Technical Education
(International Journal of Innovative Research & Development, 2019-01-09) Kavoi, Jackson Mutuku; Mohochi, Ernest Sangai; Nyandiba, Carren
In Kenya, Kiswahili is taught in almost all levels of education, both in public and private institutions, except technical institutes. Therefore, its role is not explicitly explored in these institutions. However, it plays uncategorized important roles by the sidelines of the technical education curriculum and therefore, its importance cannot be underrated. It is out of this realization that this study, embarks on establishing the views of students of technical institutes on the importance of Kiswahili language in technical education. The research adopted a descriptive survey design, sampling 148 students and 20 instructors from 5 technical institutions. The study used questionnaires and structured interview guides to collect data. The content analysis method was majorly used to analyze the data obtained. The findings revealed that Kiswahili plays a very important role by the sidelines of the technical education curriculum. Currently, Kiswahili is not the medium of instruction in technical institutes, however course instructors, use it to expound complex concepts, especially among the certificate students. Additionally, itis widely used in academic discussions when students are preparing for internal and external examinations. Also, counselors use it as a guidance and counseling tool, and it is the preferred language for service delivery in the field among other roles. This study also found out that Kiswahili is the language of communication among the students. Out of these important roles played by Kiswahili as revealed by the students, this study recommends that the Ministry of Higher Education Science and Technology (MOHEST), in collaboration with the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) works on a strategy to introduce teaching of Kiswahili language as a subject to technical institutes’ students. By so doing, they will be supporting the academic and social roles that Kiswahili plays by the sidelines of the technical education curriculum. Finally, further research can be conducted on the comparison of attitudes of technical institutes’ students towards both Kiswahili and English in view of using Kiswahili as the medium of instruction among certificate students
Kiswahili ,usambazaji wa habari na uhamasishaji wa umma kwa ajili ya maendeleo
(Chama cha Kiswahili Afrika Mashariki, 2007) Mohochi, Ernest Sangai
Kufaa Kwa Nadharia Ya Uchanganuzi Vijenzi Katika Uchambuzi Wa Hiponimia
(Kiswahili, 2014-03-09) Okal, Benard Odoyo; Indede, Florence; Mohochi, Ernest Sangai
Hiponimia ni mojawapo ya mahusiano ya kifahiwa inayoashiria uhusiano ambapo leksimu ya jumla inajumuisha kimaana leksimu mahususi. Uhusiano wa leksimu kihiponimia ulidhukuriwa kuwa unafanana katika lugha anuwai ulimwenguni na aghalabu Hunahusisha leksimu nomino pekee. Hata hivyo, tafiti za hivi punde zinadhihirisha kuwa hiponimia huonekana pia miongoni mwa vivumishi, vielezi na vitenzi na huweza kutofautiana kimuundo na kimtindo kutoka lugha moja hadi nyingine kwa sababu ya tofauti za kitamaduni. Wataalamu anuwai wamekuwa na mapendekezo kadha kuhusu nadharia ifaayo ya kuainisha leksimu za lugha kihiponimia. Wengine wanaelekea kupendelea matumizi ya nadharia ya Kiini Maana (Core Meanings Theory) na Nadharia ya Sampuli Kifani (Prototype Theory). Hata hivyo inadhihirika kuwa nadharia ya Uchanganuzi Vijenzi (Componential Analysis) inafaa zaidi katika uchanganuzi wa hiponimia ya leksimu nomino, vitenzi, vivumishi na vielezi. Makala haya yanaangazia kufaa kwa nadharia hii katika uhakiki wa hiponimia ikilinganishwa na nadharia Kiini Maana na Sampuli Kifani
Language Attitudes and Kiswahili Language Learning in Primary Schools in Kenya
(Journal of Education and Practice, 2020-07-31) Wamalwa, Eric W.; Mohochi, Ernest Sangai; Odeo, Isaac Ipara; Miruka, Frida A.
Kiswahili and English are two important languages taught and examined at the national level in Kenya’s education system. Students’ academic performance in the subjects keeps varying in national examinations. Different from English, however, poor performance in Kiswahili is more often associated with negative attitudes. Nevertheless, empirical validations have in most cases, not been established. The present study explores pupils’ attitudes toward Kiswahili in the context of second language learning in Siaya County of Kenya. The study is anchored on the assumption that although language attitudes play a big role in second language learning and development, primary school pupils have often been neglected in the investigation of language attitudes despite the fact that Kiswahili language learning and teaching begins at that level. A sample size of 360 class eight pupils randomly picked from 18 primary schools of Siaya County participated in the survey. Data collection was by use of attitude questionnaires and, analysed by mixed method approach. Results showed that primary school pupils had positive attitudes towards Kiswahili. The attitudes were due to the communicative and integrative functions of Kiswahili. Pupils however indicated that English remained instrumental to their academic and future pursuits. Consequently, Kiswahili was not accorded the same weight as English, which in turn influenced negatively Kiswahili language learning. The study calls for creation of awareness about the instrumental value of Kiswahili language to learners. This be done, from the early stages of their academic development. Moreover, it recommends that the culture of using grammatical language by learners be encouraged, as much as it is possible. This will serve to improve their Kiswahili language skills and contribute to good performance.
Language Choice for Development: The Case for Swahili in Kenya
(Journal of African Cultural Studies, 2003-06-10) Mohochi, Ernest Sangai
Development, aimed at a general improvement of the quality of life in society, should target the majority and not the minority at the exclusion majority. Attainment of such development, in turn, calls for involvement of in making decisions as well as in the plans for their implementation. They then feel that they own those efforts and participate more enthusiastically in the efforts to achieve stated goals. This calls for an effective communication system to link the government and other development agencies on the one hand, and the public on the other, enabling an appropriate flow of information between the two. If well utilized, the media would play a very significant role in ensuring flow of information. This article examines the role played by the media in to achieve the stated development goals in Kenya. While it would have been more effective to reach people in their first languages, considering the multilingual nature of the Kenyan society, the challenges are many. Fortunately, there is Swahili, a language spoken and understood by many, not only in Kenya, but also in the rest of East and Central Africa. In spite of the potential it has to reach a wider audience, it is not adequately utilized in the media. Language practice in the media relies more on the use of English to communicate important information intended to reach all, irrespective of the first language spoken and knowledge of English. In order not to continue excluding the majority public discourse on development and other national issues, the article calls change in the language policy in the media in Kenya
Maadhimisho ya Siku kuu ya Kiswahili Duniani: Upi mwelekeo mwafaka?
(Jarida la Kiswahili Sanifu, 2024-11-27) Miruka, Frida; Mohochi, Ernest Sangai; Ngugi, Pamela; Jagero, Juliet
Lugha ya Kiswahili ni mojawapo ya lugha za Kiafrika zinazozungumzwa zaidi ulimwenguni ikiwa na zaidi ya wasemaji Millioni 250. Hali hii pamoja na hadhi na dhima ya Kiswahili katika jamii mbalimbali ilipelekea shirika la Umoja wa Mataifa la Elimu, Sayansi na Utamaduni (UNESCO) katika kikao chake cha 41 kutangaza Julai tarehe 7 kuwa siku kuu ya Kiswahili duniani. Hatua hii ilikifanya Kiswahili kuwa lugha ya kwanza ya Kiafrika kutambuliwa na Umoja wa Mataifa na kuwa na siku maalum ya kuadhimishwa. Katika maadhimisho ya tatu yaliyofanyika mwaka 2024 kote duniani, Jumuia ya Afrika mashariki kupitia Kamisheni ya Kiswahili ya Afrika Mashariki (KAKAMA) iliandaa sherehe nchini Kenya kwa kushirikiana na Wizara ya Jinsia, Utamaduni, Sanaa na Turathi. Wadau waliohusishwa walikuwa baadhi ya wanataaluma, wapenzi wa lugha ya Kiswahili na Jamii ya Waswahili mjini Mombasa. Maadhimisho haya hata hivyo hayakuwahusisha wadau wote ambao wamechangia kuiinua lugha hii na kuipa sura ya Lugha ya Ulimwengu. Baadhi yao ni wataalamu kutoka vyuo vikuu mbalimbali, waandishi wa vitabu, wanahabari na walimu wa Kiswahili. Mipango ya kuandaa sherehe katika baadhi ya vyuo maalumu haikufua dafu huku vyuo vingine vikiadhimisha siku hii kando na sherehe iliyoandaliwa na KAKAMA. Kukifungia Kiswahili katika jamii na utamaduni wa Waswahili pia kunaishusha hadhi lugha hii kama lugha ya Ulimwengu. Swali linalozuka ni Je, pana haja ya kuweka mpango mwafaka wa kuadhimisha siku hii? Makala hii inaangazia nafasi ya Kiswahili katika jamii na kutathmini Maadhimisho ya Siku ya Kiswahili kwa lengo la kupendekeza mikakati ya kuyaimarisha ili kujenga taswira ya lugha ya Kiswahili kama lugha ya ulimwengu. Pendekezo kuu la Makala hii ni kuhimiza ushirikiano wa wadau wote katika maadhimisho ya Siku kuu ya Kiswahili duniani.
Mabadiliko ya Itikadi za Ujinaishaji katika Jamii ya Wakuria
(Jarida la Kiswahili Sanifu, 2024-11-27) Mwikali, Roseline; Mohochi, Ernest Sangai; Ogola, James
Dunia ya leo ya kiutandawazi inawezesha mtagusano wa umma wa kimataifa kidijitali unaoendelea kushuhudia utamaduni chipukizi wa ujinaishaji unaozidi kushika kasi. Hivyo, makala hii inachanganua mabadiliko katika ruwaza za ujinaishaji yanayotokana na athariya elimu ya magharibi, dini, teknolojia, na utawala katika jamii ya Wakuria pamoja na athari zake. Wakuria ni jamii ndogo ya kundi la Wabantu wa Magharibi inayopatikana katika Kaunti ya Migori nchini Kenya kwenye ujirani na nchi ya Tanzania. Ujinaishaji ni sehemu muhimu ya maisha ya jamii ya Wakuria kwani ni utambulisho wao. Aidha, sawa na jamii nyingine zile, ujinaishaji huwa dafina ya historia yao. Nadharia ya Uchanganuzi Hakiki wa Usemi mtazamo wa Kihistoria yao Wodak na Reisgil(2001)ilikuwadira katika uchanganuzi wa data zilizokusanywa. Data ambayo imetumika katika makala hii ilikusanywa kwa njia ya mahojiano ya ana kwa ana pamoja na majadiliano ya makundi. Idadi ya sampuli ilikuwa watu 42; wa kike 18 na wa kiume 24. Makala hii imebainisha kuwa mabadiliko ya kielimu, kiuchumi, kiteknolojia, kiutawala na kidini yamekuwa na athari kubwa kiitikadi katika ujinaishaji miongoni mwa Wakuria. Majilio ya elimu ya magharibi, uhuru wa kufanya biashara, mifumo ya kisiasa na mtagusano wa kiteknolojia umepelekea ukopaji wa majina kutoka makabila mengine nchini Kenya na ulimwenguni kote miongoni mwa jamii ya Wakuria. Hili linamaanisha kuwa itikadi za ujinsia zilizohodhiwa na kushamirishwa na majina ya kiasili ya Wakuria zinazidi kufifia kila uchao.