Moi University

Flood-Related Cholera Outbreak: A Case Study of Systemic Vulnerability in Nyando Sub-County, Kenya – An Analysis of Climate Change, WASH Infrastructure, and Public Health System Preparedness

Abstract Background : This case study examines the 2025 floods in Nyando Sub-County, Kisumu County, Kenya, and the resulting cholera outbreak that exposed weaknesses in the public health system. Seasonal flooding damaged sanitation facilities, contaminated water sources, and led...

Continued high mortality following diagnosis of HIV-associated Kaposi sarcoma in East Africa in the “Treat All” antiretroviral therapy era ― 2021-2024

Abstract Background Stage at time of diagnosis and survival after diagnosis are critical parameters regarding control of any cancer in any geographical setting. In earlier research focusing on the initial years of the “Treat All” era (2016-2019), we found that HIV-associated Kapo...

Masculinity-Informed Therapeutic Discussions: Strengthening Father Engagement and Family Mental Health Systems

OBJECTIVE: Men underuse mental health services in part because of masculine norms. Few interventions focus on masculinity in therapeutic contexts, especially in low- and middle-income countries. This study analyzed transcripts from masculinity-focused therapeutic sessions with fa...

Plant-parasitic nematodes: The missing piece in unlocking the potential of finger millet as a climate-smart crop

Finger millet is increasingly recognized as a climate-smart cereal with considerable potential to enhance food and nutritional security in sub-Saharan Africa. Its exceptional nutritional value, drought tolerance and adaptation to marginal environments have renewed interest in the...