Dr. Anne A. Okanga
PhD(MMUST), MScN (MMUST), BScN(MMUST), KRCHN, ECHN
CoD, Nursing
Lecturer
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E-mail : aasiko@kafu.ac.ke
Full CV

I am a dedicated nursing professional and academic with over 20 years of progressive experience in clinical nursing, higher education, leadership, and research. I currently serve as a Lecturer and Chairperson of the Department of Nursing at Kaimosi Friends University (KAFU).

I hold a PhD in Nursing, an MScN in Advanced Nursing Practice (Nursing Education Specialty), and a BScN—all from Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST). My career journey has included leadership roles such as Clinical Coordinator, Nursing Officer in Charge, and member of various university committees and boards. I have actively contributed to curriculum development, policy formulation, quality assurance, and academic mentorship within and beyond the university. My professional development includes specialized training in digital education for universities, and educational research mentorship.

My research interests span peer mentorship, student academic performance, reproductive health, and substance abuse. I have authored numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals and presented my work at national and international conferences. I am also actively engaged in community outreach initiatives and serve as board member for several schools.

PUBLICATIONS:

1. Okanga, A. (2025). Examining the prevalence and types of alcohol and drug use among Kaimosi Friends University students. African Journal of Education and Practice, 11(3), 1–12. https://doi.org/10.47604/ajep.3368 
2. Okanga, A., Musungu, J. N., & Amugitsi, L. I. (2025). Factors contributing to substance abuse among Kaimosi Friends University students, Vihiga Kenya. International Journal of Psychology, 10(2), 48–60. https://doi.org/10.47604/ijp.3398
3. Fozia, N., & Asiko, O. A. (2025). Teenage and pre teenage pregnancies in Vihiga County, Kenya. International Journal of Humanity and Social Sciences, 4(2), 62–72. https://doi.org/10.47941/ijhss.2790
4. Asiko, A. (2024). Examining the faculty factors influencing Bachelor of Science Nursing (BScN) students’ mentorship in universities in Kenya, World Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Health Sciences 20(2):388-394, DOI: 10.30574/wjbphs.2024.20.2.0870
5. Okanga, A. (2024). "Influence of Peer Mentor-Mentee Relationship on Nursing Students’ Social Adjustment in Selected Universities in Kenya," International Journal of Research in Innovation Studies (IJRIS), Volume 2, Issue 11, November 2024, Pages 109-116. Link
6. Okanga, A. (2024). "Perception of Bachelor of Science Nursing Student Peer Mentees on Peer Mentorship in Universities in Western Kenya," International Journal of Research in Innovation Studies (IJRIS), Volume 2, Issue 11, November 2024. Link
7. Anne Asiko Okanga, Thomas Ong’ondo Ng’ambwa (2021). Health Facility Factors Affecting Maternal Health Seeking Behaviors Among Pregnant Students in Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology; Journal of Medical and Dental Science Research volume 8, issue 3; ISSN (o) : 2394 - 076X ISSN (p) : 2394 – 0791 https://www.researchgate.net/publication/350156502_Health_Facility_Factors_Affecting_Maternal_Health_Seeking_Behaviors_Among_Pregnant_Students_in_Masinde_Muliro
8. Anne Asiko Okanga, John Okoth Ogur and John Arudo (2017). Institutional Characteristics Influencing Bachelor of Science Nursing Student Performance in the Nursing Council of Kenya Licensure Examinations in Kenya. Vol 4, No 1 (2017) Journal of Education and e-Learning Research Online ISSN: 2410-9991 | Print ISSN: 2518-0169
9. Anne Asiko Okanga, Mary C. Kipmerewo (2018). Uptake of Family Planning among Female Students of Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology IOSR Journal of Nursing and Health Science (IOSR-JNHS) e- ISSN: 2320–1959.p- ISSN: 2320–1940 Volume 7, Issue 4 Ver. IV (Jul.-Aug. 2018), PP 73-77 www.iosrjournals.org DOI: 10.9790/1959-0704047377 www.iosrjournals.org 73 | Page