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Knowledge management considerations in learning management systems in higher education institutions: a systematic review, synthesis and research agenda
(Emerald Publishing, 2023) Omanyo, Joshua O.; Ndiege, Joshua R.
Purpose This paper aims to examine the state of research on the symbiotic relationship between knowledge management and learning management systems in advancing the mutual strategic agenda of the two initiatives in higher education institutions (HEIs), so as to uncover the themes that have been studied, identify gaps in the existing studies and suggest future areas of research work. Design/methodology/approach The study adopted systematic literature review (SLR), in which 64 articles published between 2010 and 2022 were identified and analyzed. Findings Whereas the review revealed some focus areas that have been researched, it also found that only few studies have explicitly explored the symbiotic relationship between knowledge management and learning management systems, with fewer articles exploring this relationship finding their way to mainstream journals. Thus, the findings showed that examination of the interlink between knowledge management and learning management systems in HEIs is still less explored and has multiple possibilities for future research with potential benefits to the higher education industry. Originality/value Although different SLRs exist separately in the fields of knowledge management and learning management systems, there seem to be no reviews on the interconnection between the two fields in the context of HEIs. Additionally, this review offers insights into future research avenues for theory, content and context of interplay between knowledge management and learning management systems in HEIs.
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E-learning and sustainability of higher education in Sub-Saharan Africa: a review and synthesis
(Emerald Publishing, 2025) Omanyo, Joshua O.; Ndiege, Joshua R. A.
Purpose This study aims to examine the state of literature on the role of e-learning in the sustainability of higher education institutions in Sub-Saharan Africa, with the goal of identifying explored thematic areas, finding out the deficiencies in extant literature and recommending areas of future research work. Design/methodology/approach The research used a systematic literature review, examining articles published between 2012 and 2022. In total, 52 publications were identified and subjected to analysis. Findings The findings reveal that few studies have explored the relationship between e-learning and the sustainability of higher education in Sub-Saharan Africa, with larger economies in the region dominating research output. In addition, traditional technology adoption and social learning theories dominate the theoretical frameworks in this area. Moreover, the authors observed limited adaptation of these theories to local contexts, leading to outcomes with limited contextual details or lack of the same. Despite its potential, e-learning has yet to be fully embraced as a strategic tool for the sustainability of higher education in Sub-Saharan Africa. Originality/value Although various systematic literature reviews exist in the field of sustainability in higher education, there seem to be no reviews specifically focused on e-learning within the context of Sub-Saharan Africa. This review sheds some light on potential future research paths regarding the theory, content and context of e-learning for the sustainability of higher education in Sub-Saharan Africa, and by extension, in developing countries worldwide.
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Learning management systems and sustainability in Kenyan higher education institutions: a multi-group analysis using PLS-SEM
(Emerald Publishing, 2026) Omanyo, Joshua O.; Ndiege, Joshua R. A.; Okello, Gabriel O.
Purpose – This study seeks to examine how learning management system (LMS) quality influences perceived sustainability value (PSV) among usersin Kenyan higher education institutions(HEIs), by examining usage and user satisfaction as mediators based on the DeLone and McLean information systems success model (DMISSM). The triple bottom line (TBL) theory provided the theoretical grounding for measuring the overall perceived sustainability impact derived from LMS utilization in HEIs. Design/methodology/approach – This is a cross-sectional study. A stratified random sampling technique was used to collect data from 384 students and 375 instructors. Hypothesis testing was carried out following partial least squares structural equation modeling procedures using R statistical software. Findings – The empirical findings revealed that user satisfaction significantly mediated the relationship between LMS quality and PSV, while LMS Use had an insignificant mediating role in the same relationship. The impact of user satisfaction on PSV varied between teachers and students, with teachers experiencing a stronger influence. The findings also confirmed a statistically significant direct relationship between LMS quality and PSV. Originality/value – This study advances the DMISSM by adding learner and instructor quality contributors to the antecedent quality constructs, while integrating TBL sustainability dimensions as net benefits. The integration of sustainability into the model creates a new pathway for evaluating educational technologies beyond technical and user-centric metrics to a more long-term value-driven success aligned with global sustainability goals.
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Knowledge retention practices and performance of county governments in western Kenya
(Kca University, 2025) Masinde, Sydney N.
County governments in Western Kenya face persistent challenges in efficiency, accountability, and service delivery due to weak knowledge retention systems. This study examined the influence of knowledge retention practices on county government performance, focusing on documentation, archiving, coaching, and mentorship. Guided by the Knowledge Based View and Organizational Learning Theory, the study adopted a descriptive correlational research design targeting employees from ten key departments in Bungoma, Kakamega, Busia, and Vihiga counties. A sample of 392 respondents was selected through stratified random sampling. Data were collected using structured questionnaires and analyzed using SPSS version 25. Descriptive and inferential statistics, including Pearson’s correlation and multiple regression, were employed. Findings revealed a strong positive relationship between knowledge retention practices and county performance (R = .72, R² = .52, p < .05), showing that 52% of performance variation was explained by documentation, archiving, coaching, and mentorship. Documentation (β = .60, p = .001) and coaching (β = .55, p = .001) had the strongest effects. The study concluded that institutionalizing structured documentation, archiving, and mentorship systems enhances operational efficiency and service delivery. It recommended that county governments adopt comprehensive knowledge retention policies, digitize archives, and integrate mentorship and coaching within human resource and performance management systems.
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Innovative financing mechanisms and enhanced food security in Turkana county, Kenya
(Kca University, 2025) Tocho, Daniel O.
The study examines how innovative financing mechanisms can enhance food security for pastoralists, agro-pastoralists, and smallholder farmers in Turkana County, Kenya. The study addresses a critical gap in the local evidence base regarding the roles of Public-Private Partnerships finance, impact investment, food security insurance, and climate financing in sustainable agricultural development and resilience in dry regions. The target group comprises 1,583 individuals from six wards: Turkwel, Lobei, Kotaruk, Lopur, Loima, and Turkana South, who are beneficiaries of programs administered by TUPADO, Friends of Lake Turkana (FoLT), and Seed Savers Network Kenya. The Yamane formula was employed to determine a sample size of 319 respondents using stratified random sampling methodology. The study used a descriptive study approach, and data analysis was conducted using linear regression modeling to assess both individual and ward-level effects. The research demonstrated that innovative financing mechanisms, including Public-Private Partnerships financing, impact investing, food security insurance, and climate financing, significantly and positively contribute to food security in Turkana County, Kenya. Public-Private Partnerships and impact investment enhance resource mobilization, technology integration, and agricultural efficiency, whereas insurance mechanisms and climate financing alleviate risks linked to climate unpredictability. The results correspond with Social Impact and Risk Management theories, indicating that strategic financing interventions enhance household income, resilience, and sustainable food production. The research concludes that cohesive and well-organized finance methods are essential for enhancing food systems. Recommendations advocate for governments, NGOs, private investors, and researchers to amplify Public-Private Partnerships finance, encourage impact investments, broaden insurance coverage, and improve climate financing initiatives.