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Name: Dr. Jacktone Okello Onyango
Title/Qualification: PhD.
Position:  Lecturer
Qualifications: B.A., M.A., Ph.D  (Kenyatta)
Department: Kiswahili And African Languages,
Contact Address: Kenyatta University,  P.O Box 43844, 00100 , NAIROBI, Kenya.
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Area Of Specialization: Historical and Current Development in Kiswahili, Second Language Learning, Phonology.
Research Interests:  Kiswahili in Information Communication & Technology, Lexicography, Mother Language in Education, Language Use in Media, Bantu Tonology, Popular Songs in Kiswahili, Teaching Kiswahili for Special Needs, Kiswahili and Political Mobilization.

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Publications

Referred Journals

  • Onyango, Jacktone Okello, Kihara, David (2021). AKS 317: Standardization of Kiswahili. (Learning Module: Competency Based Curriculum). Digital School of Virtual & Open Learning, Kenyatta University.
  • Onyango, Jacktone Okello, Kihara, David and Kamau, Stephen (2020). AKS 409: Orthography and Lexicography. (Learning Module: Competency Based Curriculum). Digital School of Virtual & Open Learning, Kenyatta University.
  • Onyango, Jacktone Okello and Mbaabu, Ireri (2020). “Teaching Mother Tongues in Kenya: The Role of Teacher Training.” In: Barasa, D., L. Mandillah, R. Auma, B. Mudogo and L. Anyonje (eds.) Indigenous Languages Matter for Development, Peace Building, and Reconciliation. (Published Proceedings of the International Mother Language Day (IMLD) Conference held on 19th – 21st February 2020, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kakamega, Kenya, pg. 278 – 285). Kakamega: Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology. ISBN: 978-9914-702-28-6    Downloaded from MMUST Digital Repository                                        http://r-library.mmust.ac.ke/123456789/1366 
  • Onyango, J.O. (2019). “Matumizi ya Kiswahili katika Kuhamasisha Umma kuhusu Afya: Mtazamo wa Mawasiliano.” In: MWANGA WA LUGHA Journal, Vol. 3 No.1 pg. 27 – 39. (Editors: N. Ogechi & M. Kandagor). Journal of the Department of Kiswahili & other African Languages, Moi university, Eldoret, Kenya.    
  •  Onyango, J.O. (2018). “Challenges of Translating a Translation: The Role of Language, Culture and Ideology in Shetani Msalabani.” In: MWANGA WA LUGHA Journal, Vol. 2 No. 2 pg. 149 – 165. (Editors: N. Ogechi & M. Kandagor). Journal of the Department of Kiswahili & other African Languages, Moi university, Eldoret, Kenya.    
  • Odawo, M.A. and Onyango, J.O. (2016). “Kiswahili kama Chombo cha Kutangaza na Kuuza Vyombo vya Habari nchini Kenya.” In: MULIKA Journal Number 35, 2016 Pg. 87-97. (Editors: M.M. Mulokozi and Mussa M. Hans). Taasisi ya Taaluma za Kiswahili, University of Dar es Salaam. ISSN 0856-0129
  • Onyango, J.O. (2004). “Tone Mapping and Tense in Olunyala Verbs.” In: MALILIME: Malawian Journal of Linguistics, NO. 4, 2004 Pg. 65 – 81. (Managing Editor: A.D. Mtenje). Centre for Language Studies, University of Malawi, Malawi. ISSN: 1562-1820
  • Musau, P.M. and J.O. Onyango. (2002). “Uundaji wa Istilahi: Mapendekezo katika Kozi ya Lugha   ya Pili.” In: KISWAHILI Journal, Vol. 65 pg. 59 – 85. (Editor: Y.M. Kihore). Journal of the Insitute of Kiswahili Research, University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

Books and Books Chapters

  • Onyango, J.O. (2017). “Kiswahili: Historia na Maendeleo.” Back Matter article in: Kamusi Kuu ya Kiswahili: Toleo la 2 (2017). Nairobi: Longhorn Publishers. pg. 1236-1247. ISBN: 978-9987-02-098-4
  • Onyango, J.O. (2007). A Short Story entitled “Safari ya Tumaini.” In: King’ei, K. and J. Kobia (eds.) Likizo ya Mauti na Hadithi Nyingine. Nairobi: Kenya Literature Bureau. pg. 25-31. ISBN: 978-9966-44-717-3 
  • Onyango, J.O. (2007). An article entitled “Tatizo la Istilahi katika Ufundishaji wa Kiswahili kama Lugha ya Pili nchini Kenya: Mtazamo wa Kiisimu-jamii.” In: Senkoro, F.E.M.K. (ed.) Lugha na Fasihi ya Kiswahili Afrika Mashariki. Dar es Salaam: Taasisi ya Uchunguzi wa Kiswahili. pg. 129-136. ISBN: 998-7-442-15-3

Conference/Workshops/Seminar Papers

Conference Papers (Published)

  • Onyango, J.O. and Mbaabu, I. (2020). “Teaching Mother Tongues in Kenya: The Role of Teacher Training.” In: Barasa, D., L. Mandillah, R. Auma, B. Mudogo and L. Anyonje (eds.) Indigenous Languages Matter for Development, Peace Building, and Reconciliation. (Published Proceedings of the International Mother Language Day (IMLD) Conference held on 19th – 21st February 2020, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kakamega, Kenya, pg. 278 – 285). Kakamega: Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology. ISBN: 978-9914-702-28-6    Downloaded from MMUST Digital Repository                                                                                                    http://r-library.mmust.ac.ke/123456789/1366
  •  Mbaabu Ireri and Jacktone Onyango (2019). “Kiswahili na Maendeleo ya Afrika Mashariki.” In: Walibora, K. W., A. H. Kipacha and K. I. Simala (eds.) Kiswahili, Utangamano na Maendeleo Endelevu Afrika Mashariki. (Published Proceedings of the East African Kiswahili Commission (KAKAMA) Conference held on 6th – 9th September 2017 at Golden Tulip – Stone Town Boutique Hotel, Zanzibar (Tanzania), pg. 52 – 67). Zanzibar: Kamisheni ya Kiswahili ya Afrika Mashariki. ISBN: 978-9976-5-1653-1
  • Onyango, J. O. (2014). “Kiswahili kama Lugha ya Mawasiliano katika Shughuli za Benki: Changamoto za Tafsiri.” In: Simala, I., L. Chacha and M. Osore (eds.) Miaka Hamsini ya Kiswahili Nchini Kenya. (Published Proceedings of the CHAKITA Conference held on 21st – 23rd August 2013 in Catholic University of Eastern Africa, pg. 107 – 112). Nairobi: Twaweza Communications. ISBN: 978- 9966-028-48-8 
  • Onyango, J.O. (2005). “The Administration of University Examinations: Challenges and Prospects.” In: Bett, R. (ed.) Re-invigorating the University Mandate in a Globalising Environment: Challenges, Obstacles and Way Forward. (Published Proceedings of the DAAD Conference held on 26th and 27th May 2005 in Kenyatta University, pg. 78 – 90). Nairobi: German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD).
  • Onyango, J.O. (2005). “Universal Principles of Tone: The Interaction Between Verbal Mood and Tone Patterns in Olunyala.” In: Bett, R., C. Etzold and M.E. Muller (eds.) Across Borders: Benefiting from Cultural Differences. (Published Proceedings of the DAAD Conference held on 17th and 18th March 2005 in the University of Nairobi, pg. 132 – 149). Nairobi: German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD).
  • Onyango, J.O. (2000). “Jinsi ya Kuimarisha Kozi za Kiswahili katika Vyuo Vikuu nchini Kenya.” In: Njogu, K. et.al (eds.) Kiswahili Katika Karne ya Ishirini na Moja. (Published Proceedings of the Chama cha Kiswahili cha Taifa (CHAKITA) Conference held in September 1998 in Kenyatta University, pg. 121 – 128). Cape Town, South Africa: Centre for Advanced Studies of African Society. ISBN: 1-919799-53-2

Seminar Papers

  • Onyango, J.O. 2007: “Research in African Languages   and its Contribution to the Achievement of Universal Primary Education.” A Paper based on Ph.D research findings presented at the Kenyatta University Postgraduate Seminar on 30th March 2007.

Student Co-authored Publications

  • Juma, James Tom and Jacktone Onyango (2023). “Mchango wa Kiswahili katika Mofofonolojia ya Nominomkopo za Lubukusu.” Katika: Jarida la Afrika Mashariki la Masomo ya Kiswahili, 6(1), 40-58. DOI: https://doi.org/10.37284/jammk.6.1.1162 DOI ya Jarida: https://doi.org/10.37284/2707-3475 Mhariri Mkuu: Prof. Jack Simons; East African Nature and Science Organization: Print ISSN: 2707-3467; Online ISSN: 2707-3475
  • Rais Abdu Salim, Jacktone Onyango and Ireri Mbaabu (2022). “Tathmini ya Uamilifu wa Kiswahili nchini Uganda: Mintarafu, Ueneaji wa Matumizi yake kwenye Asasi ya Uchapishaji.” Katika: Jarida la Afrika Mashariki la Masomo ya Kiswahili, 5(1), 73-83. DOI:https://doi.org/10.37284/jammk.5.1.641 OI ya Jarida: https://doi.org/10.37284/2707-3475 Mhariri Mkuu: Prof. Jack Simons; East African Nature and Science Organization: Print ISSN: 2707-3467
  • Mutuku Fidelis, Jacktone Onyango and Leonard Chacha (2021). “Uhusika katika Vichwa vya Habari za Siasa.” Katika: Jarida la Afrika Mashariki la Masomo ya Kiswahili, 4(1), 58-67. DOI: https://doi.org/10.37284/jammk.4.1.494 DOI ya Jarida:https://doi.org/10.37284/2707-3475 Mhariri Mkuu: Prof. Jack Simons; East African Nature and Science Organization: Print ISSN 2707-3467
  • Rais, Abdu Salim, Jacktone Onyango and Ireri Mbaabu (2019). “Uamilifu wa Kiswahili nchini Uganda: Tathmini ya Matumizi katika Asasi za Kijamii, Vihamasisho na Changamoto zake.” Katika: JAKIIKI: Jarida la Kimataifa la Isimu ya Kibantu (Toleo Maalumu la 2019) Uk. 129-149. (Mhariri Mkuu: D.P.B. Massamba; Wahariri wa Toleo Maalumu: Evans. E. Mbuthia na Clara Momanyi). Dar es Salaam: Kiswahili Development Ltd, ISSN 2619-8827
  • Wamalwa Stephen, Pamela Ngugi and Jacktone Onyango (2016). “Tathmini ya Uwasilishaji wa Habari za Kiswahili katika Mtandao wa Swahilihub.” In: Mwita, L.C. (ed.) Kiswahili na Utandawazi. (Published Proceedings of the CHAKITA Conference held in 2014 in the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development, pg.217 – 226). Nairobi: Twaweza Communications. ISBN: 978-9966-028-62-4
  • Mwangi Leah, Leonard Chacha and Jacktone O. Onyango (2014). “Changamoto za Kujifunza Kirai Nomino cha Kiswahili Miongoni mwa Wanafunzi: Mchango wa Vitabu vya Kozi Vilivyoidhinishwa.” In: Simala, I., L. Chacha and M. Osore (eds.) Miaka Hamsini ya Kiswahili Nchini Kenya. (Published Proceedings of the CHAKITA Conference held on 21st – 23rd August 2013 in Catholic University of Eastern Africa, pg. 93 – 104). Nairobi: Twaweza Communications. ISBN: 978- 9966-028-48-8
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