
Lecturer
Dr. Danny Nyatuka is a Lecturer at Strathmore University and a multidisciplinary researcher specializing in the design, implementation, and evaluation of digital innovations that address health and development challenges in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), particularly in Africa. He holds a PhD in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) from the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (South Africa) and leads interdisciplinary research that bridges information systems, digital health, artificial intelligence, and sustainable development.
His research focuses on developing contextually appropriate, people-centred, and scalable digital solutions that strengthen health systems, improve service delivery, and advance equitable digital transformation. Drawing on Human-Centered Design, participatory research, implementation science, and frugal innovation principles, he works closely with governments, healthcare institutions, communities, and international partners to co-create technologies that are responsive to local needs and resource-constrained environments.
Dr. Nyatuka is the Co-Founder of the AHEAD (Agriculture, Healthcare, Environment, Assistive Technologies in Education, and Digital Public Infrastructure) Innovation Hub at Strathmore University, where he leads the Digital Health & HealthTech Laboratory. Through the laboratory, he oversees collaborative research and innovation programmes in digital health, artificial intelligence, digital public infrastructure, and emerging technologies while mentoring postgraduate researchers and fostering multidisciplinary partnerships
Dr. Nyatuka’s research expertise spans the intersection of information systems, digital innovation, and global health, with particular emphasis on:
| Hub Member | ORCID | Google Scholar / ResearchGate |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. D. Nyatuka | 0000-0001-6251-7695 | Google Scholar |