Dr. Momanyi Nancy, Kwamboka
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS, TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY DEPARTMENT

3.Biography:   

Dr. Nancy Kwamboka Momanyi is a distinguished academic and lecturer in the School of Business and Economics at Kisii University, specializing in Tourism and Hospitality. She holds a PhD in Tourism and Hospitality from Maseno University and has an extensive track record of research, with both published and unpublished work presented at international conferences. Dr. Momanyi is an advocate for the role of tourism in promoting the blue economy, particularly in riparian regions. Her leadership and administrative experience, coupled with her scholarly contributions, have significantly advanced tourism education and research in Kenya.

4.      Academic Qualifications:    
PhD in Tourism and Hospitality (2024)
Maseno University
Thesis Title: "The Effect of Traveler’s Characteristics, Stochastic events, Economic factors and Government Interventions on International Tourism Demand in Kenya"

Master of Business Administration (MBA) (2013)
University of Nairobi
Dissertation Title: "Drivers of Brand Loyalty on Tourist's Choice of Destination in Kisumu County, Kenya"

Bachelor of Tourism Management (2008)
Moi University
Second Class Honors, Upper Division

Diploma in Marketing Management (2008)
Kenya Institute of Management

5.      Research Interests:   

Dr. Nancy Kwamboka Momanyi’s research interests lie in tourism management, international tourism demand, sustainable tourism practices, and the role of tourism in supporting the blue economy, particularly in riparian and coastal regions. Her work focuses on understanding the influence of traveler behavior, economic factors, and government interventions on tourism trends. She is passionate about promoting tourism as a tool for sustainable development, particularly in relation to environmental conservation and community development.

6.      Publications:   

Peer reviewed publications:
Momanyi, N. K. Obonyo, G., Odhiambo, S., & Wadongo, B. (2023). Influence of Economic Factors and Government Initiatives on International Tourism Demand in Kenya. Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Management, 6(3), 41–66. https://doi.org/10.53819/81018102t2183
Momanyi, N., Obonyo, G., Odhiambo, S., & Wadongo, B. (2023). Exploring the Relationship between Stochastic Events and Patterns of International Tourism in Kenya. Journal of Hospitality and Tourism, 3(2), 51–75. https://doi.org/10.47672/jht.1546
Nyamweya, C. S., Nyaboke, H. M., Aura, C. M., Momanyi, K. N., Mlaponi, E., Odoli, C. O., & Njiru, J. M. (2022). Lake Victoria’s bounty: A case for riparian countries’ blue economic investment. Frontiers in Environmental Science, 10(September), 1–6. doi.org

International Conferences:
Momanyi N, Omare M, Ogucha E.B,  Awuor J.F. (2024) Integrating GIS Technology to Uncover Economic Opportunities in Recreational Tourism: A Blue Economy Perspective on Kenya's Western Region. The 2nd Aquatic Resource and Blue Economy Conference (ARBEC II) 17th – 21st June 2024 , Kisumu, Kenya.
Nyamweya C.S, Natugonza V, Awuor F.J, Momanyi N, Njiru J (2024) The Future of African Inland Fisheries. The 21st International Institute of Fisheries Economics & Trade (IIFET) Conference 15th -19th July 2024, Penang, Malaysia.
Nyamweya C.S, Natugonza V, Awuor F.J, Momanyi N, Njiru J (2024) The Future of African Inland Fisheries. The 2nd Aquatic Resource and Blue Economy Conference (ARBEC II) 17th – 21st June 2024 , Kisumu, Kenya.
Momanyi N. K., Buyeke E., Nyamweya C. S. (2022). The Role of Water Tourism in the Development of Kenya's Blue Economy. The Aquatic Resource and Blue Economy Conference (ARBEC) 28th November –1st December 2022 , Kisumu, Kenya.

7.      Classes taught:   

International Tourism
Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality concepts
Tourism Policy and Planning
Service Marketing for Tours and Travel


8.      Other relevant links:  
•    ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5624-9508
•    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancy-momanyi-baba01105/?originalSubdomain=ke  

9.  Official Contact Details:   

[email protected]

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS, TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY DEPARTMENT
   
     Biography:   

Dr. Eunice Mukolwe is a distinguished academic and lecturer in the School of Business and Economics at Kisii University, specializing in Hotel and Hospitality Management. She holds a PhD in Hospitality from Moi University and has an extensive track record of research, with both published and unpublished work presented at international conferences. Dr. Mukolwe is an advocate for the role of crisis management in promoting organizational performance in the hospitality industry. Her leadership and administrative experience, coupled with her scholarly contributions, have significantly advanced hospitality education and research in Kenya.

      Academic Qualifications:    
PhD in Hospitality (2023)
Moi University
Thesis Title: "The Effect of Crisis Management Practices on Organizational Performance. A study of star rated Hotels in Mombasa County Kenya"

Master of Philosophy in Hospitality Management (2014)
Moi University
Dissertation Title: "Effects of Interpersonal Conflict on Organizational Performance in Selected Hotels in Kisii town, Kenya"

Bachelor of Hotel and Hospitality Management (2011)
Moi University
First Class Honors
Project title: Change Management Effect on Organizational Performance of Selected Hotels in Nairobi Kenya.

      Research Interests:    Dr. Eunice Mukolwe’s research interests lie in crisis management in the hospitality industry. Her work focuses on understanding the influence of crisis management practices, change management effects and interpersonal conflict effects on organizational performance. She is passionate about promoting the hospitality industry as a tool for sustainable economic  development

      Publications:  

BOOK PUBLISHED
Eunice Mukolwe. (2016). Interpersonal Conflict and Organisational Performance: A Cause Effect Analysis. ISBN: 978-3-659-93503-9 Germany Lambert Academic Publishing.

JOURNAL ARTICLES
Mukolwe, E.., Rotich, D.., Mapelu, I. ., & Ipara, H. . (2023). The Effect of Human Resource Practices on Hotel Performance during Crisis: A Case Study of Star-Rated Hotels in Mombasa, Kenya. European Journal of Human Resource, 7(2), 1 - 18. https://doi.org/10.47672/ejh.1585

Mukolwe, E. ., Rotich, D. ., Mapelu , I. ., & Ipara, H. . (2023). Marketing Crisis Management and Hotel Performance: Evidence from Hotels in Mombasa County, Kenya. Journal of Hospitality and Tourism, 3(2), 76 - 95. https://doi.org/10.47672/jht.1576

Eunice Mukolwe, Dr. Jacqueline Korir. Social Media and Entrepreneurship: Tools, Benefits and Challenges. A Case Study of Women Online Entrepreneurs on Kilimani Mums Marketplace on Facebook. Journal of Humanities and Social Science May 2016 ISSN: 2321-9203

Eunice Mukolwe, Dr. Isabela Mapelu. Getting Entangled: A Focus on the Hotel and Hospitality Curriculum Implementation in Public Universities in Kenya. Journal of Education and Practice. May 2016 ISSN (Paper) 2222-1735 ISSN (Online) 2222-288X.

Eunice Mukolwe. Hotel Employees Perspective on Sources of Interpersonal Conflict and Organisational Performance. African Journal of tourism Hospitality and leisure Vol 2(2)2016

Eunice Mukolwe. A Hotel Industry Perspective on Change Management Strategies: A Kenyan Experience. African Journal of Tourism Hospitality and Leisure Vol 2(1)2016Issn: 2413-4120

Mukolwe, E., Korir, J., Maru, L. and Korir, K. Change Management effects on Organizational Performance of selected hotels in Nairobi–Kenya. International Journal of Social Science Tomorrow. Accepted for publication in issue of October 2012.

Mukolwe, E., Korir, J.,Buyeke, E.,Wafula,M.,Musyoki, J. Effects of interpersonal conflict on Organizational Performance of selected hotels in Kisii –Kenya.  African Journal of Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure Vol. 4(1) - (2015) ISSN: 2223-814X

Wafula Milka, Korir Michael, Eunice Mukolwe. Effects of Personal Characteristics on Employee   Performance In Medium Class Hotels In Kisumu City,Kenya. International Journals of Marketing and Technology (IJMT) Volume 5 issue 6 June 2015.  

Eunice o. Mukolwe Eliza Buyeke.Milka wafula. Uncovering the Hidden Costs of Interpersonal Conflicts. A Survey of Selected Hotels in Kenya.  Journal of Tourism, Hospitality and Sports 2016

Ogucha ,E.,Mukolwe, E., Koome G.,Kiama, F. Role of Homestay Facilities In Improving Local Community Livelihood In Lake Victoria Kenya Tourism Circuit.  Journal of Ecotourism 2017

CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS AND ATTENDANCE

7th Biennial Africa Academy of Management, Junior Faculty Conference, 8th to 10th Jan 2024, The Stellenbosch Business school, Cape town South Africa.

7th Biennial Africa Academy of Management, Paper Development Workshop, 7th Jan 2024, The Stellenbosch Business school, Cape town South Africa.

Mukolwe, E.., Buyeke,E., (2023). Marketing Crisis Management and Hotel Performance: Evidence from Hotels in Mombasa County, Kenya. SOBE International Conference 19th to 20th September Kisii University.
Mukolwe, E. "Getting 'Entangled': A Chaos Theory Perspective on Crisis Management Practices in The Hotel Industry in Kenya".  Africa Faculty Development Workshop 4th to 9th June 2023,  University of South Africa, Pretoria, South Africa.  
Research Training Workshop, School of Business and Economics,27th November 2023, Kisii University.
Africa Academy of Management, Doctoral Student Consortium, 7th January 2023, German University Cairo, Egypt.

 6th Biennial Africa Academy of Management Conference 8th to 10th January 2023, German University Cairo, Egypt.

Eunice o. Mukolwe Eliza Buyeke.Milka wafula. Uncovering the Hidden Costs of Interpersonal Conflicts. A Survey of Selected Hotels in Kenya. ATLAS Africa Conference 3rd to 5th June 2015 Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania.

Ogucha ,E.,Mukolwe, E., Koome G.,Kiama, F. Role of Homestay Facilities In Improving Local Community Livelihood In Lake Victoria Kenya Tourism Circuit. ATLAS Africa Conference 3rd to 5th June 2015 Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania.
Mukolwe, E., Korir, J.,Buyeke,E.,Wafula,M.,Musyoki, J. Effects of interpersonal conflict on Organizational Performance of selected hotels in Kisii –Kenya.  ATLAS Africa Conference 3rd to 5th June 2015 Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania.

Mukolwe, E., Korir, J., and Korir, J.K. Change Management effects on organizational performance of selected hotels in Nairobi, Kenya. Moi University, 7th Annual International Conference, 6-10 September, 2011, Eldoret, Kenya.

      Classes taught:   

Undergraduate classes:
Housekeeping and laundry operations and management
Food and beverage production
Food and beverage service
Food and beverage sales
Hospitality service operations
Food and beverage management

Masters class:
Critical perspective in Leisure and Tourism

    Other relevant links:
•    ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0259-0732

 Official Contact Details:    [email protected]

•    SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS
•    DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY

      Biography:    
 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE    
Winrose has been a Part-Time lecturer at Cooperative University of Kenya, Africa International University and Riara University. She is also a Freelance Translator/editor&proof-reader, K.C.S.E. Examiner Kiswahili Paper 2 and French Paper 3(Oral examination). Winrose has also been a teacher of French and Kiswahili at Alliance High School.
MEMBERSHIP TO ASSOCIATIONS
Winrose is a bonafide member of the Kenya Association of Teachers of French (KATF) as well as The East Africa Interpreters and Translators Association (EAITA).
OTHER ACHIEVEMENTS
Winrose qualified for a scholarship by the African Canadian Continuing Education Society (ACCES) for post-secondary school education. She also qualified for a scholarship by the Canadian Harambee Education Society (CHES) for secondary school education as well as a scholarship for Masters in Translation Studies at the University of Nairobi. She was also nominated by a former student of Alliance High School for the best teacher and mentor award offered by African Leadership Academy.

      Academic Qualifications:    
2018-2019: Master of Arts in Translation Studies at the University of Nairobi
Dissertation Topic:
The Role of Translation in the Teaching and Learning of French as a Foreign Language: A Case Study of Selected High Schools in Kenya
2012-2022: Master of Arts in International Relations and Diplomacy at Kenyatta University
Dissertation Topic: Kenya’s Foreign Policy Towards Ethiopia, 1963-2010
2002-2006                  Maseno University        B.Ed(Arts) French
                                                                                                     2ndClass Honors, Upper
Division, French and Swahili options (with English up to Second year)
1996-1999        Butere Girls High School        Kenya Certificate
                                                                                                    of Secondary Education
1988-1995        Kakamega Primary School    Kenya Certificate
                                                                                                    of Primary Education

      Research Interests:   

Applied linguistics, foreign policy and diplomacy

      Classes you teach:   

     FRENCH CLASSES
•    BSMA 250-Foundations in French
•    BSMA 450-Business French
•    BTOM 101-Beginners French
•    BTOM 112-French Structure I
•    BTOM 211-French Structure II
•    BTOM 251-Intermediate French
•    BTOM 341-French for Tourism and Hospitality I
•    BTOM 351- French for Tourism and Hospitality II
•    BTOM 411-Advanced French (Oral Expression)
•    BTOM 451- Business French

  Official Contact Details:   

[email protected]