Dr. Daniel Nganga, Ph.D., is a distinguished lecturer at Moi University in Eldoret, Kenya. He hails from Cherangani, Kitale, Kenya, where he was born and raised. Dr. Nganga embarked on his academic journey by earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy from the Urbaniana Pontifical University in Rome in 1995.
In 2007, he furthered his studies at Moi University, Eldoret, where he obtained a Master of Philosophy in Philosophy (M.Phil). Driven by his passion for justice and peace, he pursued a Master’s degree with a specialization in conflict management from the Kroc School of Peace Studies at the University of San Diego, California. Subsequently, he attained a Ph.D. in Religion, Gender, and Conflict from KwaZulu Natal University.
Alongside his academic pursuits, Dr. Nganga is also the CEO of Echoes of Peace Consultancy Firm, which specializes in addressing group and community conflicts, mediation, negotiations, and peacebuilding. He holds a Certificate in Mediation Training and has completed a 32-hour training program in the Art & Practice of Mediation from the National Conflict Resolution Center in San Diego, CA. Additionally, he has undertaken two certificate courses offered by the United States Institute of Peace in Washington, DC.
Dr. Nganga’s dedication to peacebuilding is evident in his involvement in various initiatives. He played a pivotal role in facilitating a peace agreement between the Pokot and Turkana communities through their political leaders in 2015. He is also actively engaged in the Amani Mashinani (Peace in the Grassroots) initiative in West Pokot and Turkana counties.
Furthermore, Dr. Nganga serves as a consultant for the Catholic Diocese of Kitale in conflict resolution, justice, and peace programs (CJPC).
In addition to his practical peacebuilding efforts, Dr. Nganga has contributed significantly to academic literature in his field. He has authored several articles and book chapters focusing on national integration, cultural conflict, the impact of colonialism on indigenous conflict resolution systems, and transforming children’s identity in transitional societies.
His book, “National Integration in Kenya based on Alfred North Whitehead’s Process Philosophy,” published by Lambert Publishers Germany, stands as a testament to his scholarly contributions.
Dr. Daniel Nganga continues to inspire through his academic endeavors, practical peacebuilding initiatives, and commitment to promoting justice, peace, and reconciliation in Kenya and beyond.
