+254 20 870 3000 info@ku.ac.ke Kahawa, Nairobi, Kenya
Student Portal Staff Portal Apply Online

Prof. Ruth Kahuthia Gathu

Associate Professor —, Department of Agricultural Sciences & Technology

Home School of Agriculture & Environmental Sciences Department of Agricultural Sciences & Technology Prof. Ruth Kahuthia Gathu

Prof. Ruth Kahuthia Gathu

Associate Professor —, Department of Agricultural Sciences & Technology

Research Interests

Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=8nG5b0QAAAAJ&hl=en
Open Researcher and Contributor ID (Orcid ID): https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9621-5310
Research gate: https://researchgate.net/profile/ruth_kahuthia
Publons: Web of Research ID AAZ-6285-2021: https://publons.com/researcher/4691530/ruth-kahuthia/
https://loop.frontiersin.org/people/2325145/overview

Refereed Journal Articles

  1. Fuchaka Waswa, Duncan Gichabe and Ruth Kahuthia-Gathu (2025): Landuse Changes and Implications for food production in peri-urbaan Ruiru Sub-County, Kenya: Journal of Kenya National Commission For UNESCO. https://doi.org/10.62049/jkncu.v512.300
  2. Oliver Cramswel Genga, Namikoye Everlyne Samita, Ruth Kahuthia-Gathu , and Esther Ndaisi Kioko (2023). Biology of the Endemic Endangered Swallowtail Butterfly, Papilio desmondi teita (Lepidoptera: Papilionidae), on Wild Citrus Species in Taita Hills, Kenya, A Journal of Entomology, 11-14 DOI: 1155/2023/5538627
  3. Oliver Cramswel Genga, Namikoye Everlyne Samita, Ruth Kahuthia-Gathu , and Esther Ndaisi Kioko (2023). Larval ecology and development of swallowtail butterfly, Papilio nireus (Lepidoptera: Papilionidae) on wild citrus species (Rutaceae) in Kenya. Biologia, 1-18 https://doi.org/10.1007/s11756-023-01491-7
  4. Kavutu, A.M., Mwangi, M., Kahuthia-Gathu, R. and Wanjohi, W. (2023). Application of antagonistic bacteria in management of crown gall disease (Agrobacterium tumefaciens) on roses in Kenya. Acta Hortic. 1378, 57-62 DOI: https://www.ishs.org/ishs-article/1378_8
  5. Imbayi, B., Kahuthia-Gathu, R. and Mwangi, M. (2023). Effectiveness of pheromone traps in managing fruit flies (Diptera: Tephritidae) on mango (Mangifera indica) and cucurbits in Kenya. Acta Hortic. 1378, 267-274 DOI: 10.17660/ActaHortic.2023.1378.35 https://www.actahort.org/books/1378/1378_35.htm
  6. Anyanda GN, Bruce AY, Makumbi D, Ahonsi M, Kahuthia-Gathu R, Namikoye ES, Beyene Y and Prasanna BM (2022) Reproductive potential of fall armyworm Spodoptera frugiperda (J.E. Smith) and effects of feeding on diverse maize genotypes under artificial infestation. Front. Insect Sci. 2:950815. https://doi:10.3389/finsc.2022.950815
  7. Joseph Mulema, Roger Day, Winnie Nunda, Komivi Senyo Akutse, Anani Y. Bruce, Sospeter Gachamba, Solveig Haukeland, Ruth KahuthiaGathu, Staline Kibet, Asenath Koech, Thomas Kosiom, Douglas Watuku Miano, George Momanyi, Lucy Kananu Murungi, James Wanjohi Muthomi, Julianna Mwangi, Maina Mwangi, Nicholas Mwendo John Huria Nderitu, Johnson Nyasani, Miriam Otipa, Sarah Wambugu, Eric Were, Fernadis Makale, Laura Doughty, Steve Edgington, Ivan Rwomushana, Marc Kenis (2022). Prioritization of invasive alien species with the potential to threaten agriculture and biodiversity in Kenya through horizon scanning. Biol Invasions (2022) 24:2933–2949 https://doi.org/10.1007/s10530-022-02824-4
  8. Muthoni, Ruth Kahuthia-Gathu , M. Mwangi and J.W. Waceke (2021). Mechanisms of Action of Pseudomonas fluorescens Against Fusarium oxysporum f. sp phaseoli in vitro. Research journali’s Journal of Agriculture 8 (3): 1-13.
  9. Barasa, M.W., Kahuthia-Gathu, R., Mwangi, M. and Wanjohi, W. (2021). In Vitro Efficacy of Native Entomopathogenic Fungi Against Western Flower Thrips Frankliniella Occidentalis (Pergande) of Tomato in Kenya. International Journal of Innovative Approaches in Agricultural Research, 5(2): 194-202. DOI: 29329/ijiaar.2021.358.4
  10. Musango, J.K., Kahuthia-Gathu, R . and Waceke, J.W. (2021). Indigenous fungi with antagonistic potential against potato cyst nematodes in Kenya RUFORUM Working Document Series (ISSN 1607-9345), 17 (2): 498-502. Available from http://repository.ruforum.org
  11. Mulwa J., Kahuthia- Gathu R. and Kasina M. (2020). High Pollinator Diversity and Species Evenness Increases Avocado ( Persea Americana ) African Journal of Horticultural Science. 17:43-52.
  12. Sammy Kiprotich Cheruiyot, Ruth Kahuthia-Gathu , Jenard Patrick Mbugi, Elliud Muli, H. Michael and G. Lattorff. (2020). Population abundance of Varroa destructor and its effects on Apis mellifera scutellata colonies in Kenya, Experimental and Applied Acarology, 82(2): 71-184. DOI: 1007/s10493-020-00548-5
  13. Ofgaa Djirata, Emana Getu and Ruth Kahuthia-Gathu . (2019). A survey of geographical distribution and host range of white mango scale, Aulacaspis tubercularis Newstead (Hemiptera: Diaspididae) in Western Ethiopia Journal of entomology and nematology, 11 (5):59-65. org/10.5897/JEN2019.0228
  14. Kahuthia-Gathu, R . and Othim, S. T. O. (2019). Effects of two cultivated Brassica sp. on the development and performance of Diadegma semiclausum (Hymenoptera: Ichneumonidae) and Cotesia vestalis (Hymenoptera: Braconidae) parasitizing Plutella xylostella (Lepidoptera: Plutellidae) in Kenya. Journal of Economic Entomology. 112, 2094-2102. https://doi.org/10.1093/jee/toz144
  15. Joseph Mutunga Mulwa, Ruth Kahuthia Gathu , Nyamai Matolo, Mary Mwari Guantai and John Muo Kasina (2019). Avocado ( Persea americana ) floral calendar and diurnal visitation rates of its pollinators in Murang’a, Kenya. Journal of Agricultural Research Advances. 01 (1): 23-27.
  16. W. Barasa, R. Kahuthia-Gathu , M. Mwangi and J. W. Waceke (2019). Tomato Production Characteristics, Biotic Constraints and their Management Practices by Farmers in Bungoma County, Kenya. Journal of Natural Sciences Research. 9 (12); 46-55. DOI: 10.7176/JNSR
  17. Othim, S.T.O., R. Srinivasan, Kahuthia-Gathu , T. Dubois, S. Ekesi, K.K.M. Fiaboe. (2019). Effect of host age and density on the performance of Apanteles hemara (Hymenoptera: Braconidae), a larval endoparasitoid of Spoladea recurvalis (Lepidoptera: Crambidae). Journal of Economic Entomology. 1-11 DOI: 10.1093/jee/toz165 .
  18. Kahuthia R., Abonyo A. and Imbayi B. (2019). Composition and diversity of xylophagous and predatory beetles in Vachellia xanthophloea (Benth.) P.J.H.Hurter (Fabales: Fabaceae) at Kenyatta University and Mitaboni, Kenya, Journal of Asia-Pacific Biodiversity, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.japb.2019.03.006 .
  19. Agong, S.O., Kahuthia-Gathu, R., Mwangi, M. & Waceke, J.W. (2018). Evaluation of suppressive potential of selected plant species against Phytophthora infestans in vitro. RUFORUM Working Document Series (ISSN 1607-9345), 17 (2): 447-452. Available from http://repository.ruforum.org
  20. Musango, J.K., Kahuthia-Gathu, R . & Waceke, J.W. (2018). Indigenous fungi with antagonistic potential against potato cyst nematodes in Kenya RUFORUM Working Document Series (ISSN 1607-9345), 17 (2): 498-502. Available from http://repository.ruforum.org .
  21. Stephen T. O. Othim, Srinivasan Ramasamy, Ruth Kahuthia-Gathu , Thomas Dubois, Sunday Ekesi, and Komi K. M. Fiaboe. ( 2018). The Effects of Pest-Resistant Amaranth Accessions on the Performance of the Solitary Endoparasitoid Apanteles hemara (Hymenoptera: Braconidae) Against the Amaranth Leaf-Webber Spoladea recurvalis (Lepidoptera:Crambidae). Environmental Entomology, 48(1), 163–172. https://doi.org/10.1093/eenvy183
  22. Stephen T. O. Othim, Srinivasan Ramasamy, Ruth Kahuthia-Gathu , Thomas Dubois, Sunday Ekesi, and Komi K. M. Fiaboe. (2018). Screening for resistance against major lepidopteran and stem weevil pests of amaranth in Tanzania. Euphytica 214:182 https://doi.org/10.1007/s10681-018-2269-1
  23. Stephen, T.O. Othim, Srinivasan Ramasamy, Ruth Kahuthia-Gathu , Thomas Dubois, Sunday Ekesi and Komi K.M.Fiaboe (2018). Expression of Resistance in Amaranthus (Caryophyllales: Amaranthaceae): Effects of Selected Accessions on the Behaviour and Biology of the Amaranth Leaf-Webber, Spoladea recurvalis (Lepidoptera: Crambidae). Insects , 9 (2), 62; https://doi.org/10.3390/insects9020062
  24. Kahuthia-Gathu, R., Kirubi, DT. and Gitonga D. (2018). Composition and abundance of wood-boring beetles of Acacia xanthophloea and their associated natural enemies in Thika, Kenya. Journal of Asia-Pacific Biodiversity, 11: 248-254. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.japb.2018.03.003 .
  25. Othim, S.T.O., Kahuthia-Gathu, R ., Akutse, K.S., Foba, C.N. and Fiaboe, K.K.M. (2018). Seasonal occurrence of amaranth Lepidopteran defoliators and effect of attractants and amaranth lines in their management. Journal of Applied Entomology: 00:1–9. https://doi.org/10.1111/jen.12513
  26. Kahuthia-Gathu, R., Kirubi, D. T., Wangu, L. and Kimani, R. (2018). Bostrichidae Beetles associated with Acacia xanthoploea in Nairobi and Machakos Counties, Kenya. PloS ONE 13(3): e0188773. https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0188773
  27. Kahuthia-Gathu, R., Kirubi, D. T. and Nangalama D. (2018). Abundance and Distribution of Heterostigmatic Mites Tarsonemus , on Wood-Boring Beetles Recovered from Acacia Xanthophloea in Kenya. Journal of Biodiversity Management & Forestry. 7.1. DOI: 10.4172/2327-4417.1000192
  28. Sammy Kiprotich Cheruiyot, H. Michael G. Lattorff, Ruth Kahuthia-Gathu , Jenard Patrick Mbugi, and Elliud Muli (2018). Varroa- specific hygienic behaviour of Apis mellifera scutellata in Kenya. Apidologie: 49:439-449. DOI: 1007/s13592-018-0570-6
  29. T. O. Othim, K. M. Agbodzavu, R. Kahuthia-Gathu, K. S. Akutse, S. Muchemi, S. Ekesi, and K. K. M. Fiaboe (2017). Performance of Apanteles hemara (Hymenoptera: Braconidae) on two Amaranth Leaf-webbers: Spoladea recurvalis and Udea ferrugalis (Lepidoptera: Crambidae). Environmental Entomology, 46(6), 1284–1291. https://doi.org/10.1093/ee/nvx156
  30. Kahuthia-Gathu R. Maina Mwangi and Fiaboe M.O. (2017). Assessing and Enhancing Impact of Cotesia vestalis in the Management of Diamondback Moth Plutella xylostella on Kales in Semi-Arid Areas of Kenya. Journal of Environmental and Agricultural Sciences. Vol 11:1-13. http://www.agropub.com/
  31. Ofgaa Djirata, Emana Getu and Ruth Kahuthia-Gathu . (2017). Association of a native predator Chilocorus (Coleoptera: Coccinelidae) with a new exotic mango pest, Aulacaspis tubercularis Newstead (Hemiptera: Diaspididae) in Ethiopia. Israel Journal of Entomology, 47, 1–8
  32. Kahuthia-Gathu, R ., Nyambo, B. and Subramanian, S. (2017). Impact of introduced parasitoid Cotesia vestalis (Hymenoptera: Braconidae) on Plutella xylostella (Lepidoptera: Plutellidae) and its parasitoid guild on kale in semi-arid areas in Kenya. International Journal of Tropical Insect Science, 1-13. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/S1742758417000091
  33. Muui Nancy Nyaruai, Robert Kinyua, and Ruth Gathu . (2016). Factors affecting management of safety and health in the building construction industry in Nakuru County, Kenya. International Journal of Innovation and Applied Studies 18 (1), 83-89.
  34. Ofgaa Djirata, Emana Getu and Kahuthia-Gathu, R. (2016). Trend in Mango Production and Potential Threat from Emerging White Mango Scale, Aulacaspis tubercularis (Homoptera: Diaspididae) in Central and Eastern Kenya. Journal of Natural Sciences Research 6 (7), 87-94.
  35. K. Muriuki, George Muhia Kariuki, Z. M. Kinyua, R.K. Gathu, D.L. Coyne (2014). Management of Root Knot nematodes-Bacterial wilt Compex using resistant tomato varieties in Coastal Kenya. Journal of Nematology 46(2): 209.
  36. Njau, N., M. Mwangi, Kahuthia-Gathu , R. Muasya and J.N. Mbaka. (2014). Macropropagation technique for producing cost-effective healthy banana seedlings in Eastern and central Kenya. CTA and FARA, Agricultural Innovations for Sustainable Development: Contributions from the 3 rd Africa-Wide Women and Young Professionals in Science Competitions. Vol. 4 (3): 130-137.
  37. Carolyne W. Wangungu, Maina Mwangi, Ruth Gathu , and Reuben Muasya. (2014). Good Orchard Maintenance and Agronomic Practices as Working Components in Management of Dieback Disease on Passion Fruit ( Passiflora ) in Kenya. Annual Research & Review in Biology. 4(9): 1397-1405.
  38. Kahuthia-Gathu R. (2013). Seasonal incidence of Plutella xylostella (Lepidoptera: Plutellidae) and its associated natural enemies in major crucifer growing areas of Kenya. Journal of Plant Breeding and Crop Science. Journal of Plant Breeding and Crop Science; 5 (5), 73-79. https://doi.org/10.5897/JPBCS10.004
  39. Kahuthia-Gathu R ., Gakunju R., Thungu J. and Okwarah P. (2013). Trends and emerging drugs in Kenya: A case study in Mombasa and Nairobi County. Journal of Applied Biosciences. Pg 5308 – 5325.
  40. Ndungu, S. K., I. Macharia, Kahuthia-Gathu and R. G. Wahome (2013). Impact of organic vegetable production system in Kiambu and Kajiado Counties of Kenya. Journal of Environmental science and Engineering. 2:256-266.
  41. Luchidio M.T., Kahuthia-Gathu R. and Gatebe E.1 (2013). Impact of training boda boda operators and safety status in Kakamega County, Kenya. International Journal of Advance Research, IJOAR .org Volume 1, Issue 9, September 2013, Online: ISSN 2320-9151
  42. Kahuthia-Gathu R. (2011). Seasonal incidence of Plutella xylostella (Lepidoptera: Plutellidae) and its associated natural enemies in major crucifer growing areas of Kenya; Journal of Applied Biosciences 46: 3103– 3112
  43. N Njau, M Mwangi, R Gathu , J Mbaka, and R Muasya (2011). Banana weevil Cosmopolites sordidus reduces availability of corms for seedling production through macropropagation Journal of Animal and Plant Sciences Volume 12 (1), 1537-1542. [ISSN 2071-7024]
  44. Kahuthia-gathu R ., Löhr, B., Poehling H-M. and Mbugua P.K. (2009). Diversity, distribution and role of wild crucifers in major cabbage and kale growing areas of Kenya. Bulletin of Entomological Research. 99 (3), 287-297 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/S0007485308006305
  45. Kahuthia-gathu R ., Löhr, B. and Poehling H-M. (2008). Effect of common wild crucifer species of Kenya on fitness of two exotic diamondback moth parasitoids, Cotesia plutellae and Diadegma semiclausum. Crop Protection. 27 (12), 1477-1484. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cropro.2008.06.003
  46. Gichini, G., Löhr, B., Rossbach, A., Nyambo B. and Gathu, R . (2008). Can low release numbers of parasitoids lead to establishment? Case of Diadegma semiclausum in East Africa. Crop Protection. 27, 906-914. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cropro.2007.11.001
  47. Kahuthia-gathu R ., Löhr, B. and Poehling H-M (2008). Development and reproductive potential of diamondback moth, Plutella xylostella (Lepidoptera: Plutellidae), on cultivated and wild crucifer species in Kenya. International Journal of Tropical Insect Science. 28,19-29.
  48. Kahuthia-gathu R ., Löhr, B. and Poehling H-M. (2008). Effect of common wild crucifer species of Kenya on fitness of two exotic diamondback moth parasitoids, Cotesia plutellae and Diadegma semiclausum. Crop Protection. 27 (12), 1477-1484. doi:10.1016/j.biocontrol.2010.05.019.
  49. Löhr, B., Gathu, R ., Kariuki, C., Obiero, J. and Gichini, G. (2007). Impact of an exotic parasitoid on Plutella xylostella (Lepidoptera: Plutellidae) population dynamics, damage and indigenous natural enemies in Kenya. Bulletin of Entomological Research. 97, 337-350. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/S0007485307005068
  50. Löhr, B. and Gathu, R ., (2002). Evidence of adaptation of Diamondback moth, P lutella xylostella (L.), to pea Pisum sativum Insect Science and its Application. 22, 161-173. DOI: 10.1017/S1742758400012017
  51. Ruth Kahuthia , Andrew Abonyo, Vladimir Sakalian and Georgi Georgiev. (2021). New and interesting records of jewel beetles (Coleoptera: Buprestidae) from Kenya Acta Zoologica Bulgarica 73 (2) http://www.acta-zoologica-bulgarica.eu/2021/002431

Book Chapters

  1. 2012 : Kahuthia-Gathu Ruth : Importance of wild crucifers for diamondback moth, Plutella xylostella (Lepidoptera: Plutellidae) and its parasitoids in Kenya. LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing GmbH & Co. Number: 42351 ISBN: 978-3-8465-8231-2
  2. 2011 : NACADA Authority, Gachutha, C., Baya J., Gakunju, , Gathu , R., Gachika, W., Njoka, C., Njani, E., Murimi, G. (2011). Peer educators training manual on alcohol and drug abuse; response to peer needs. Pg 95.
  3. 2025 : Gladys Cheruto, Emmanuely Z. Nungula, Lukelysia Nyawira, Luciana R. Chappa, Ruth Kahuthia-Gathu , Riziki Mwadalu, Jerry C. Dlamini, Shivani Ranjan, Sumit Sow, Sagar Maitra, Jamal Nasar, and Harun I. Gitari (2025). Agroforestry Tree Species: Acacia tortilis, Biology, Importance, Agroforestry Production, and Biotechnology Application. Springer Nature Singapore Pte 145 Ltd. 2025 R. K. Kalia, R. Pathak (eds.), Tree Biology and Biotechnology, https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-96-0002-1_10

Conference Papers

  1. Malaki p., Lusweti A., Muthama E., Wasonga V., Bwong B., Gathu R., Kirika P., Kioko G., Macharia J., Ngoka B., Namikoye S., Musila S., Nafula L., Kioko E. and Rucina S. eds. (2024) 1 st Joint International Scientific Conference: Utilization Resources for Sustainable, Development, Nature Conservation, and Climate resilience. National Museums of Kenya. ISBN: 9966-955-27-5.
  2. 2022 ISHS IHC Congress Angers France. A.M. Kavutu, M. Mwangi, R. Kahuthia Gathu and W. Wanjohi, 2022. Application of antagonistic bacteria in management of crown gall disease (Agrobacterium tumefaciens) on roses in Kenya.
  3. 2022 ISHS IHC Congress Angers France. B. Imbayi, R. Kahuthia-Gathu and M. Mwangi, 2022. Effectiveness of pheromone traps in managing fruit flies (Diptera: Tephritidae) on mango Mangifera indica and cucurbits in Kenya.
  4. Genga, O.C, Samita E.N., Kahuthia-Gathu, R. and Kioko E. (2022). Biology of swallowtail butterfly, Papilio nireus (Lepidoptera: Papilionidae) on Wild citrus in Kenya. In book of abstracts for 24th Meeting and Scientific conference of the African Association of Insect Scientists 21st to 25th March 2022, University of Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. 47.
  5. Musango, J. K., Waceke, J. W., Kahuthia-Gathu, R. (2019). Occurrence and Abundance of Plant Parasitic Nematodes on Tree Tomato (Solanum Betaceum Cav.) in Kiambu and Embu Counties. Biennial research and innovation conference, Kenyatta University, Kenya from 23-25th October 2019.
  6. M.W. Barasa, R. Kahuthia-Gathu, M. Mwangi and J. W. Waceke (2019). Management of insect pests of tomato using indigenous antagonistic fungi in Kenya. Biennial research and innovation conference, Kenyatta University, Kenya from 23-25th October 2019
  7. Agong, S. O., Mwangi, M., Kahuthia-Gathu, R . and Waceke J. W. (2019). Influence of Potato Production Practices of the Occurrence of Potato Late Blight. Kenyatta University Biennial research and innovation conference 23-25 th October 2019, Kenyatta University, Kenya
  8. Kavutu, A. M., Mwangi, M ., Kahuthia-Gathu, R . and Waceke J. W. (2019). Biocontrol Potential of Antagonistic Bacteria Against Agrobacterium Tumefaciens on Roses in Kiambu County, Kenya. Kenyatta University Biennial research and innovation conference 23-25 th October 2019, Kenyatta University, Kenya
  9. Imbayi B., Kahuthia-Gathu, R ., and Mwangi M. (2019). Use of Pheromone Traps in the Management of Fruit Flies (Diptera: Tephritidae) on Mangoes Mangifera Indica in Central Kenya. Kenyatta University Biennial research and innovation conference 23-25 th October 2019, Kenyatta University, Kenya
  10. Imbayi B., Ignatius Stella, Kahuthia-Gathu, R ., and Mwangi M. (2019). Pesticide Use Practices In Horticultural Crops Production In Central Kenya. Kenyatta University Biennial research and innovation conference 23-25 th October 2019, Kenyatta University, Kenya
  11. W. Barasa, R. Kahuthia-Gathu , M. Mwangi and J. W. Waceke. (2019). Management of insect pests of tomato using indigenous antagonistic fungi in Kenya. Kenyatta University Biennial research and innovation conference 23-25 th October 2019, Kenyatta University, Kenya
  12. Barasa, W. M., Kahuthia-Gathu , Maina, M. and J.W.Waceke. (2019). Efficacy of indigeneous antagonistic fungi in management of Frankliniella occidentalis on tomato in Kenya. Contributed presentation during the 1st International Conference on Agroecology Transforming Agriculture and Food Systems in Africa. 18th-20th June, 2019. Safari Park Hotel & Casino, Nairobi, Kenya.
  13. Barasa, W. M., Kahuthia-Gathu , Maina, M. and J.W.Waceke. (2018). Occurrence of arthropod pests and their management by tomato farmers in Bungoma County, Kenya. Contributed presentation during the 18th Workshop on Sustainable horticultural production in the tropics. 26th-30th November, 2018. Taita Taveta University, Voi, Kenya.
  14. Barasa, W. M., Kahuthia-Gathu , Maina, M. and J.W.Waceke. (2018). Efficacy of entomopathogenic fungi in the control of Western flower thrips Frankliniella occidentalis in Kenya. Contributed presentation during the RUFORUM Biennial Conference. 22nd-26 th October, 2018. Kenyatta International and Convention Centre (KICC), Nairobi, Kenya.
  15. Barasa, W. M., Kahuthia-Gathu , Maina, M. and J.W.Waceke. (2018). Assessment of pests’ incidence, pesticide use and application practices on tomato production in Bungoma County, Kenya. Contributed presentation during the 2nd International Phytosanitary Conference. 4th-8th June, 2018. KEPHIS Headquarters, Nairobi, Kenya.
  16. Okwarah, P., R. Gakunju, R. Kahuthia , and J. Thungu (2017). Emerging drugs of abuse: Current perspective on substituted opiates, nicotine, cannabinoids and cathinone among the urban populations in Kenya. At the NIDA International Forum at Montreal Canada, in June 2017
  17. Kahuthia-Gathu R ., Thungu, K.D., Kimani, R. and Wangu, L. (2016). Bostrichidae beetles associated with Acacia xanthophloea at Kenyatta University and Mitaboni in Nairobi and Machakos Counties, Kenya: 2 nd biennial international conference held on 29 th Nov- 2 nd December 2016 at the Business and Student’s Services Centre (BSC) Kenyatta University
  18. Kahuthia-Gathu, R. and Thungu, K.D. (2016): Families of powderpost beetles and their associated natural enemies on Acacia xanthophloea in Machakos and Nairobi Counties, Kenya – 16 th Workshop on Sustainable Horticultural Production In The Tropics, Held on 28 th November – 2nd December 2016 at Chuka University, Chuka – Kenya.
  19. Tarmogin, S. O., Komi, F. and Kahuthia-Gathu, R . (2016). Seasonal Abundance of Amaranth Lepidopteran Defoliators and the Role of Indigenous Parasitoids and Phenylacetaldehyde in their Control in Nairobi County, Kenya 2 nd biennial international conference held on 29 th Nov- 2 nd December 2016 at the Business and Student’s Services Centre (BSC) Kenyatta University
  20. Mwangi, G.I., Solveigh, and Kahuthia-Gathu R. (2016). Evaluating the potential of entomopathogenic nematode isolates in the management of fruit fly species in Nairobi County: 2 nd biennial international conference held on 29 th Nov- 2 nd December 2016 at the Business and Student’s Services Centre (BSC) Kenyatta University
  21. Kariuki, A.N. and Kahuthia-Gathu, R. (2015). Evaluation of tomato leaf extract in management of cabbage aphid Brevicoryne brassica on kale in Nairobi County. 15 th Workshop on Sustainable Horticultural Production in the Tropics. held on 1-4th Dec 2015 at Kenya Agricultural Research and Livestock Organization (KARLO), Kandara Center & Horticultural Research Institute (HRI), Murang’a County- Kenya
  22. Omburo Stephen Tarmogin , Kahuthia-Gathu R and Fiaboe Komi (2015). "Performance of Apanteles hemara Nixon (Hymenoptera: Braconidae) on Spoladea recurvalis F and Udea ferrugalis Hubner (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae). 31 st Conference of the Association of African Insect Scientist (AAIS) held in Cotonou, Benin from 19th-23rd October, 2015
  23. Kahuthia-Gathu R ., Nyambo B. and Subramanian (2013). Impact of introduced parasitoid Cotesia plutellae on Plutella xylostella and its parasitoid guild on kale in semi-arid areas in Kenya. 11 th African Crop science society conference in Entebbe, Uganda; from14-17 October 2013.
  24. K. Ndungu, I Macharia, R. Kahuthis-Gathu and R. Githaiga Wahome. (2013). Impact of organic vegetable production system in Kiambu and Kajiado Counties of Kenya. 11 th African Crop science society conference in Entebbe, Uganda; from14-17 October 2013.
  25. Kahuthia-Gathu R ., Nyambo B. and Subramanian (2013). Spread and establishment of exotic parasitoid Cotesia plutellae on diamondback moth and parasitoid guild on kale in Semi-arid areas of Kenya Mount Kenya University, 1 st International Research & Innovation Conference at Safari Park Hotel From 28 th -30 th Aug 2013.
  26. Luchidio M. T., Kahuthia-Gathu R . and Gatebe (2013). Impact of training boda boda operators and safety status in Kakamega County, Kenya Mount Kenya University 1 st International Research & Innovation Conference at Safari Park Hotel from 28 th -30 th Aug 2013
  27. Kahuthia-Gathu R ., Gakunju R., Okwarah P., and Thungu J. (2013). The Trends and patterns of Emerging in Kenya. 2 nd National Conference on Alcohol and Drug Abuse. Theme: The Youth and Drugs: A Call for action: at Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani Gymnasium on 10 th -13 th June 2013.
  28. Ndungu, SK., Macharia, I. and Kahuthia-Gathu R. (2013). Analysis of profitability of organic vegetable production system in Kiambu Counties of Kenya. African Crop Science Conference Proceedings 11, 605-611
  29. Wangungu, C.W., Mwangi, M., Gathu, R. K . Muasya, R. and Mbaka, J. (2012). Diversity of pathogens and symptoms associated with dieback on passion fruit in Kenya. Third RUFORUM Biennial Meeting 24 – 28 th September 2012, Entebbe, Uganda. 1673-1677
  30. Kahuthia-Gathu R and Maina Mwangi (2011). Studies on insect pests and diseases of chayote, Sechium edule (swartz.) In Kenya aGRO 2011 Biennial Conference ‘Optimization Of Agricultural Value Chains For Sustainable Development’26 th – 28th September 2011
  31. Kahuthia-Gathu Ruth . (2011). Seasonal incidence of Plutella xylostella Lepidoptera: Plutellidae) and its associated natural enemies in major crucifer growing areas of Kenya. 4th International e-Conference on Agricultural Biosciences.
  32. W. Wangungu, M. Mwangi, R. Gathu , R. Muasya, J. Mbaka, & N. Kori. (2011). Reducing dieback disease incidence of passion fruit in Kenya through management practices; African Crop Science Conference Proceedings, Vol. 10. pp. 1 - 4
  33. Carolyne W. Wangungu, Ruth Kahuthia-Gathu and Maina Mwangi, (2010). Studies on the die back disease of passion fruit in major production areas in Kenya Proceedings of the 3rd International e-Conference on Agricultural BioSciences Page: 68 – 69.
  34. Njeri Njau, Maina Mwangi and Ruth Kahuthia-Gathu (2010). Evaluating health of macropropagated banana seedlings. Proceedings of the 3 rd International e-Conference on Agricultural BioSciences. Page: 64 – 65.
  35. Wangungu C.W., Maina. M, Gathu R. K ., Mbaka, J., and Kori J. N., (2010). Passion fruit production in Kenya: Opportunities and constraints. Contributions of Agricultural Sciences towards achieving the Millenium Development Goals pg. 55- 63.
  36. Wangungu, C.W., Mwangi, M., Mbaka, J., Kori, N. and Gathu, R., (2010). Studies on the etiology, epidemiology and management of dieback disease of passion fruit in Kenya. Second RUFORUM Biennial Meeting 20 - 24 September 2010, Entebbe, Uganda
  37. Wangungu, C.W., Mwangi, M., Mbaka, J., Kori, N. and Gathu, R., (2010). Biotic constraints to passion fruit production in central and eastern provinces of Kenya. Second RUFORUM Biennial Meeting 20 - 24 September 2010, Entebbe, Uganda. Pg 239-241
  38. Njau N. Maina M., Gathu R. K., Mbaka J. and Muasya R. (2010). Propagation of healthy banana seedlings in relation to pest and disease management. Contribution of Agricultural Sciences towards achieving the Millennium Development Goals Pg. 75 -86.
  39. Kahuthia-Gathu Ruth (2006): Diversity, distribution and role of wild crucifers in major cabbage and kale growing areas of Kenya at the 5 th International DBM Workshop in 24-28 th October 2006: in Beijing, China
  40. Murema et al., (2021). Prioritization of Invasive Alien Species With Potential to Threaten Agriculture And Biodiversity in Kenya Through Horizon Scanning,
  41. Kahuthia-Gathu, R., Kirubi, D. T., Wangu, L. and Kimani R (2016) Bostrichidae beetles associated with Acacia xanthoploea at Kenyatta University and Mitaboni in Nairobi and Machakos Counties, Kenya. Proceedngs Of The 2nd Biennial International Conference On Enhancing Sustainabale Agricultural Production And Marketing Systems Through Science, Technology And Innovations. Pg 133-151
  42. Mulwa J, R Gathu and M Kasina (2016). Avocado ( Persea americana ) yield as influenced by pollinators in Kandara, Murang’a County, Kenya. Proceedngs Of The 2nd Biennial International Conference On Enhancing Sustainabale Agricultural Production And Marketing Systems Through Science, Technology And Innovations, Pg. 336-339.
  43. June 2024: Ruth Kahuthia-Gathu . Presented Country report on Challenges facing Crop production in Kenya. Theme: “Driving Financial Inclusion Through a Policy Framework for Healthy and Sustainable Food Systems in Kenya”. Organized by Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) in South Korea from 5 th -18 th June 2024
  44. O.I. Omboye, M. Mwangi, R. Kahuthia- Gathu and V. Wekesa. (2024). Root rot remain a severe constraint of bean production in soilless culture. 1 st Joint International Scientific Conference: Utilization Resources for Sustainable, Development, Nature Conservation, and Climate resilience from 3 rd to 5 th June 2024 at the National Museums of Kenya. Page 181.
  45. Mulwa J., Samita E.N ., Gathu R.K., Wasilwa L., Wesonga G., Guantai M., Muchemi S., Matolo N., Jeong I., Lee G. and Kasina M. (2024) Effectiveness of mating disruption technology in the management of Fall armyworm ( S. frugiperda ) infesting small holder farms in Masii, Machakos County. 1 st Joint International Scientific Conference: Utilization Resources for Sustainable, Development, Nature Conservation, and Climate resilience from 3 rd to 5 th June 2024 at the National Museums of Kenya. Page 184.
  46. Anyanda G.N., Anani, Y. Bruce, Dan Makumbi, Kahuthia-Gathu R ., Namikoye E.S., and Prasanna B.M. (2024) Breeding for native genetic resistance to fall armyworm Spodoptera frugiperda (J.E. Smith) in late maturing tropical maize germplasm. 1 st Joint International Scientific Conference: Utilization Resources for Sustainable, Development, Nature Conservation, and Climate resilience from 3 rd to 5 th June 2024 at the National Museums of Kenya. Page 186.
  47. Oliver C. Genga, E. Namikoye Samita, Ruth Kahuthia-Gathu and Esther N. Kioko (2024). Oviposition preference of endangered swallowtail butterfly, Papilio desmondi teita (Lepidoptera: Papilionidae) endemic to Taita hills on wild citrus species in Kenya. 1 st Joint International Scientific Conference: Utilization Resources for Sustainable, Development, Nature Conservation, and Climate resilience from 3 rd to 5 th June 2024 at the National Museums of Kenya. Page 190.
  48. Oct 2023- Ruth Kahuthia-Gathu Presented “Country report on Mitigation of Post-Harvest Losses of Maize in Kenya. Theme: “Driving Financial Inclusion Through a Policy Framework for Healthy and Sustainable Food Systems in Kenya”. Organised by Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) in South Korea from 12 th -24 th Oct 2023
  49. Ruth Kahuthia-Gathu and Maina Mwangi (2018. Impact of Cotesia Plutellae in the Management of Plutella Xylostella on Kale in Kenya. Global food security and food safety: The role of universities” Tropentag, September 17-19, 2018, Ghent, Germany – abstract.
  50. Othim, S.T.O., R. Kahuthia-Gathu , S. Ramasamy, T. Dubois, S. Ekesi, K.K.M. Fiaboe (2018). Screening for resistance in amaranths against Spoladea recurvalis and amaranth stem weevils in Arusha, Tanzania. University seminar, Kenyatta University 16th January 2018.
  51. Othim, S.T.O., R. Kahuthia-Gathu , S. Ekesi, K.K.M. Fiaboe (2017). Effect of Phenylactaldehyde (PAA) attractant and selected amaranth lines on the populations and damage caused by amaranth lepidopteran defoliators in Central, Kenya. AIV-IPM end of project Workshop 12–14th December, Arusha, Tanzania.
  52. Othim, S.T.O., R. Kahuthia-Gathu , S. Ramasamy, T. Dubois, S. Ekesi, K.K.M. Fiaboe (2017). Performance of Apanteles hemara on Spoladea recurvalis in Kenya and on selected resistant amaranth accessions in Tanzania. AIV-IPM end of project Workshop 12–14th December, Arusha, Tanzania.
  53. Othim, S.T.O., R. Kahuthia-Gathu , K.K.M. Fiaboe (2016). Population dynamics of amaranth lepidopteran leaf webbers and the role of local parasitoids in their control in Nairobi County, Kenya. Kenyatta University seminar, 8 th April 2016. Kenyatta University, Kenya.
  54. Othim, S.T.O., R. Kahuthia-Gathu , K.K.M. Fiaboe (2016). Seasonal abundance of amaranth lepidopteran defoliators and the role of indigenous parasitoids and Phenylacetaldehyde in their control in Nairobi County, Kenya. Kenyatta University School of Agriculture Second Biennial International Conference, 29th November -2nd December 2016.
  55. Kahuthia-Gathu R . (2016). Families of Powderpost beetles and their associated natural enemies on Acacia xanthoploea in machakos and Nairobi Counties, Kenya. 16 th Workshop on Sustainable Horticultural Production in the Tropics at Chuka University, Chuka, Kenya. 28 th Nov- 2 nd December 2016.
  56. Kahuthia-Gathu R . (2016). Assessing and enhancing impact of Cotesia vestalis in the management of diamond back moth Plutella xylostella on kales in semi-arid areas of Kenya. 5 th National Science Week at KICC Nairobi Kenya. 16 th 20 th May, 2016.
  57. Othim, S.T.O., R. Kahuthia-Gathu , K.S. Akutse, K.K.M. Fiaboe (2015). Performance of Apanteles hemara Nixon (Hymenoptera: Braconidae) on Spoladea recurvalis F. and Udea ferrugalis Hubner (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae). Presented at the 21 st Meeting and Conference of the Association of African Insect Scientists (AAIS), 19-23 October 2015 in Cotonou, Benin.
  58. Nyambura, A. and Kahuthia-Gathu, R . (2015). Evaluation of tomato leaf extract in management of cabbage aphid Brevicoryne brassica on kale in Nairobi County. 15 th Workshop on Sustainable Horticultural Production in the Tropics at Kenya Agricultural Research and Livestock Organization (KARLO), Kandara Center & Horticultural Research Institute (HRI), Murang’a County- Kenya from 1 st -4 th Dec 2015.
  59. Kahuthia-Gathu R . (2015). Current research work on tomato leaf miner Tuta absoluta. Inception of the Tomato ARF Project at the at Jacaranda Hotel, Westlands, Nairobi County, Kenya. 11 th September 2015.
  60. Kahuthia-Gathu R ., Nyambo B, Subramanian S. (2014). Impact of introduced parasitoid Cotesia vestalis on Plutella xylostella and its parasitoid guild on kale in semi-arid areas in Kenya. International Conference on Building a New Generation of Agricultural Scientists. Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya. 1 – 5, Dec 2014.
  61. Ndalo, V.O., Kahuthia-Gathu, R., Maina, M (2015). Chemical Management of Tuta absoluta (Meyreck) in Loitokitok, Kajiado County, Kenya. Page 41 - Horticultural Association of Kenya annual symposium 2015. 15th workshop on sustainable horticultural production in the tropics. Held at KALRO, Thika, Dec 2015. In Book of Abstracts-
  62. Muriuki L.M., G.M. Kariuki, Z.M. Kinyua, R. Gathu , D.L. Coyne (2014). Evaluation of Tomato Cultivars for Resistance to Bacterial Wilt-root Knot Nematode Disease Complex in Kenya. International Conference on Building a New Generation of Agricultural Scientists. Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya. 1 – 5, Dec 2014.
  63. Ndalo Victor, Gathu-Kahuthia, R and Mwangi Maina, (2014). Population Dynamics and Indigenous Parasitoid Guild of Tomato Leaf Miner ( Tuta Absoluta ) in Loitoktok, Kajiado County Kenya. AGRSC Book of Abstracts Page 131. International Conference on Building a New Generation of Agricultural Scientists. Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya. 1 – 5, Dec 2014.
  64. Namikoye E. S., M. Kasina, M.W. Githendu, G. kariuki, R.K. Gathu, Z.M. Kinyua (2014). Population Dynamics and Management of Frankliniella williamsi (Thysanoptera: Thripidae) vector of maize chlorotic mottle virus. International Conference on Building a New Generation of Agricultural Scientists. Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya. 1 – 5, Dec 2014.
  65. J.R. M. Nyange, Z. Ng`anga` and R. Kahuthia-Gathu (2014). Latex Glove Allergy Amongst Health Care Workers in Thika District Level V Hospital, Kenya. 8th Egerton University International Conference Theme: Innovative Research and Technology for Global Development, 6 th - 28 th March, 2014
  66. Ruth Kahuthia-Gathu (2013). Impact of introduced parasitoid Cotesia plutellae on Plutella xylostella and its parasitoid guild on kale in semi-arid areas in Kenya. 11 th African Crop science society conference in Entebbe, Uganda from 14-17 October 2013.
  67. S.K. Ndungu, I Macharia, R. Kahuthia-Gathu , R. Githaiga Wahome (2013). Impact of organic vegetable production system in Kiambu and Kajiado Counties of Kenya. 11 th African Crop science society conference in Entebbe, Uganda from 14-17 October 2013.
  68. Ruth Kahuthia-Gathu (2013). Spread and establishment of exotic parasitoid Cotesia plutellae on diamondback moth and parasitoid guild on kale in Semi-arid areas of Kenya. Mount Kenya University1 st International Research & Innovation Conference at Safari park Hotel, Nairobi 28 th -30 th Aug 2013
  69. Luchidio M. T. and R. Kahuthia-Gathu (2013). Impact of training boda boda operators and safety status in Kakamega County, Kenya. Mount Kenya University 1 st International Research & Innovation Conference at Safari park Hotel, Nairobi 28 th -30 th Aug 2013
  70. Ruth Kahuthia-Gathu, (2013). Trends and patterns of Emerging drugs in Kenya. A case study in Nairobi and Mombasa County. 2 nd National Conference on Alcohol and Drug Abuse. Nairobi, Kenya from 10 th -13 th June 2013.
  71. Ruth Kahuthia-Gathu (2011). Insect pests and Diseases of Sechium edule in Kenya. Agro 2011 Biennial conference “Optimisation of agricultural value chains for sustainable development. UON Kenya. 26 th -28 th Sept 2011 Poster Presentation
  72. Carol Wangari Wangungu Maina Mwangi, Mbaka, J., Kori, N. & Gathu, R .. (2011). Studies on complexity of the dieback disease of passion fruit in Kenya. 4th Int. e-Conference on Agricultural Biosciences. Held online Aug 2011. http://www.m.elewa.org/IeCAB-Abstracts-2011/IeCAB011-413.pdf
  73. Njeri Njau, Maina Mwangi, Ruth Gathu , Reuben Muasya, Jesca Mbaka, (2011). Assessing macropropagation technique for production of healthy banana seedlings. Proceedings of the 10th African Crop Science Conference 10th – 13th October 2011, Maputo, Moz. Pg. 248 – 249. www.acss2011moz.uem.mz/.../Volume%20of%20Abstracts%20& ...
  74. Njeri Njau, Maina Mwangi, Mbaka, J., Gathu, R , & Muasya, R. (2010). Biotic constraints to banana production in Eastern and Central Provinces of Kenya. Proceedings of the Second RUFORUM Biennial Meeting 20 - 24 September 2010, Entebbe, Uganda. Pp 267 – 269. http://mak.ac.ug/documents/RUFORUM/NjeriBiotic.pdf
  75. Wangungu, C.W., Maina Mwangi, Mbaka, J., Kori, N. & Gathu, R .. (2010). Biotic constraints to passion fruit production in central and eastern provinces of Kenya. Proceedings of the Second RUFORUM Biennial Meeting 20 - 24 September 2010, Entebbe, Uganda. Pp 239 – 241. www.mak.ac.ug/documents/RUFORUM/WangunguBiotic.pdf
  76. Wangungu, C.W., Maina Mwangi, Mbaka, J., Kori, N. & Gathu, R.. (2010). Studies on the etiology, epidemiology and management of dieback disease of passion fruit in Kenya. Proceedings of the Second RUFORUM Biennial Meeting 20 - 24 September 2010, Entebbe, Uganda. Pp 303 – 305. http://mak.ac.ug/documents/RUFORUM/WangungaStudies.pdf
  77. Njeri Njau, Mwangi, M., Gathu, R., Mbaka, J., Kori, N. & Muasya, R. 2010. Assessing effectiveness of macropropagation technology to produce healthy seedlings Mwangi Maina CV, Page 19 of 25 19 of banana varieties with high market demand in Eastern and Central provinces, Kenya. Proceedings of the Second RUFORUM Biennial Meeting 20 - 24 September 2010, Entebbe, Uganda. Pp 531 – 533. http://mak.ac.ug/documents/RUFORUM/NjeriAssessing.pdf
  78. 23-25 th October 2019: Chaired a plenary session in the Biennial Research and Innovation Conference, Theme Research and Innovation for the achievable of the sustainable goals and Kenya’s big four Agenda, at Kenyatta University, Kenya
  79. May – December 2016 : Participated as a sub-committee Chairperson in the organisation, and facilitated in the 2 nd SAED International Conference on Building a New Generation of Agricultural Scientists at Kenyatta University, Nairobi.
  80. November 2016 : participated as a Participated as a sub-committee Chairperson in the organisation, and facilitated in the SAED 1 st Biennial International Conference on. Theme: at Kenyatta University, Nairobi.
  81. 11 th September 2015 : Convened and gave a presentation on ‘Current research work on tomato leaf miner Tuta absoluta’ at the Inception of the Tomato ARF Project at Jacaranda Hotel, Westlands, Nairobi County
  82. 1 st – 5 th December 2014 : Participated as a sub-committee Chairperson in the organisation, and facilitated in the International Conference on Building a New Generation of Agricultural Scientists. Theme: Bridging The Gap Between Society, Science and Industry at Kenyatta University, Nairobi.
  83. May 2012 : Convened and coordinated 5-day workshop on peer educators training workshop for state house staff at Kenya Institute of Education (KIE), Nairobi.
  84. 24 th to 28 th may 2010 : Coordinated five (5) day workshop for the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology (MoHEST) training workshop for trainer of trainers on Government mainstreaming, stress, and alcohol and drug abuse at AICAD, JKUAT.
  85. 2002-2003 : Organised and coordinated training of Trainer of Trainers (TOT) workshop in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania for the Diamondback Moth (DBM) Bio-control Project for Eastern and Southern Africa.

Awards & Honours

  • Among top best 100 (Position 87) KU researchers publishing by Elsevier
  • 2011-2012 : Position two (2) lecturer in performance contract of Kenyatta University
  • 2002 : Staff of the year at International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (ICIPE) for Outstanding performance in the Diamondback moth Project/Plant Health Division,
  • 1996 : Exemplary and outstanding performance in Biology, KCSE Exam at Kanunga High School
  • May 2004: Awarded a Doctorate Scholarship by BMZ Germany through in International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (ICIPE)
  • May 1997 : awarded a Masters Scholarship by International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (ICIPE)

Professional Affiliations

  • International Journal of Tropical Insect Science – part of the consortium as manuscript reviewer and editorial team
  • Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development (MOALD )- Jan 2024. Participated in the development of the Mango Value change Development Strategy
  • Korea Cooperative Agency (KOICA) 2022- Sept- Oct 2023- Participated in Country and Invitational Program to South Korea on “Driving Financial Inclusion Through a Policy Framework for Healthy and Sustainable Food Systems in Kenya”
  • Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development (MOALD )- 2023- Participated in the development of contingency plans workshop invitation for migratory pests Quelea quelea birds and fall army worms/African army worms in Kenya
  • Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development (MOALD )- August 2023 participated on integrated multi-pest monitoring and reporting tool
  • CABI- 2018- Participated in Prioritization of Invasive Alien Species with potential to threaten agriculture and biodiversity in Kenya through horizon scanning
  • CABI- reviewing of their manuscripts
  • 2019- to date : Women Educational Researchers of Kenya (WERK)
  • 2019 to date ; Vice Chairman Entomological Society of Kenya
  • 2020 to date : Association of Africa Insect Science (AAIS)
  • Life Member : The Kenya Society for Deaf Children (KSDC)
  • 2012 to date : Member of Horticultural association of Kenya (HAK)
  • 2013 to date : Member of Association of Africa Crop Science Society (ACSS)
  • 2008 to date : Member of Women Organizing Change in Agriculture and Natural Resource Management (WOCAN)
  • 2006 to date : Member of The International Working Group for the Diamondback Moth