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Profile

Name: Dr. Stephen Maina - Librarian

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Information & Knowledge Management, Technical University of Kenya (2026)

  • Master of Library & Information Science (University of Nairobi)

  • Bachelor of Technology in Information Studies, (Technical University of Kenya)

  • Diploma in Information Studies (Technical University of Kenya)

Email

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Professional Responsibilities

  • Head of the University Library, responsible for the overall management, organization, operations, and effective utilization of library services.
  • Lead and coordinate the activities of the Library Management Committee, ensuring strategic alignment, policy compliance, and effective governance of library operations.
  • Spearhead the Knowledge Management Committee, overseeing initiatives for the capture, sharing, preservation, and utilization of institutional knowledge.
  • Direct and develop the Research and Information Literacy Programme, enhancing research competencies, digital literacy, and information-seeking skills among students and staff.

Professional Affiliations

  • Member, Kenya Library Association (KLA)
  • Subject Matter Expert, Kenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examinations Board (KASNEB)
  • Examiner, Kenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examinations Board (KASNEB)

Research Publications

  1. Maina, S., Masinde, J. M., & Reuben, J. M. (2026). A framework for enhancing information accessibility for students with physical disabilities in Kenyan universities through ergonomic interventions. Taylor & Francis – Disability and Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology, 1-17. https://doi.org/10.1080/17483107.2026.2685881
  2. Maina, S., Masinde, J. M., & Reuben, J. M. (2026). From access to empowerment: How artificial intelligence is transforming learning experiences for students with disabilities in Kenyan universities. Emerald Publishing – Library Hi Tech News, 1-4. https://doi.org/10.1108/LHTN-05-2026-0111
  3. Maina, S., Masinde, J. M., & Reuben, J. M. (2026). From fragmentation to inclusion: Advancing ergonomic and digital accessibility for students with disabilities in Kenyan universities. Emerald Publishing – Library Hi Tech News, 1-3. https://doi.org/10.1108/LHTN-05-2026-0110
  4. Maina, S., Masinde, J. M., & Reuben, J. M. (2026). Assistive technologies for enhancing information accessibility among students with physical disabilities in Kenyan public universities. International Journal of Knowledge Content Development & Technology, 13(1). https://ijkcdt.net/_common/do.php?a=ahead&b=1&bidx=2515&aidx=49432
  5. Maina, S., Masinde, J. M., & Reuben, J. M. (2026). Bridging policy and practice: Evaluating government initiatives for equal information access for students with physical disabilities in Kenyan universities. International Journal of Knowledge Content Development & Technology, 13(1). https://ijkcdt.net/_common/do.php?a=ahead&b=1&bidx=2515&aidx=48694
  6. Maina, S., Masinde, J. M., & Reuben, J. M. (2026). Co-designing ergonomic information environments for students with physical disabilities: Lessons from Kenyan universities. Emerald Publishing – Library Hi Tech News. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1108/LHTN-03-2026-0048
  7. Maina, S., Svärd, P., & Mwai, N. (2026). Experiences of students with disabilities toward digital library resources: A case study of selected public universities in Kenya. Sage– Technology and Disability. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1177/10554181261427317
  8. Maina, S., Svärd, P., & Mwai, N. (2026). Accessibility of digital resources for students with disabilities in Kenyan public universities. Springer Nature – Universal Access in the Information Society, 25(1), Article 14. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10209-025-01296-2
  9. Maina, S., Svärd, P., & Mwai, N. (2025). Implementation support: A critical examination of mechanisms enhancing equitable digital access for students with disabilities in Kenyan public university libraries. Elsevier – The Journal of Academic Librarianship, 52(1), Article 103182. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.acalib.2025.103182
  10. Maina, S., Svärd, P., & Mwai, N. (2025). Digital library access for students with disabilities: Perceptions from Kenyan public universities. International Journal of Knowledge Content Development & Technology, 16(2), 1–23. https://ijkcdt.net/_common/do.php?a=ahead&b=1&bidx=2515&aidx=46691
  11. Maina, S., Svärd, P., & Mwai, N. (2025). Implementing digital inclusion for students with disabilities at the University of Nairobi Library: A practical case study. Emerald Publishing – Library Hi Tech News, 42(8), 1–4. https://doi.org/10.1108/LHTN-07-2025-0121
  12. Maina, S., Svärd, P., & Mwai, N. (2025). A framework to promote digital inclusion for students with disabilities in government-funded universities. International Journal of Knowledge Content Development & Technology, 16(3), 7–31. https://ijkcdt.net/_common/do.php?a=ahead&b=1&bidx=2515&aidx=46326
  13. Maina, S., Kingori, G., & Njiraine, D. (2016). Implementation of information literacy programmes in public libraries. Emerald Publishing - Library Hi Tech News, 33(2), 17–22. https://doi.org/10.1108/LHTN-09-2015-006