Ag. CEO and Senior Deputy Director, Research and
Development
E-mail
: jnjuguna@kefri.org
Researcher ID
: 0000-0003-4165-0125
Designation
: Senior Deputy Director, Research and
Development
Expertise
Journal Papers
Susan Karani, Jane Njuguna, Steven Runo, Alice Muchugi, Joseph Machua and Phoebe Mwaniki (2022) Molecular and morphological identification of fungi causing canker and dieback diseases on Vangueria infausta (Burch) subsp. rotundata (Robyns) and Berchemia discolor (Klotzsch) Hemsl in lower Eastern Kenya in African Journal of Biotechnology. Vol. 21(1), pp.6-15 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5897/AJB2020.17297
Jane W. Njuguna, Stephen M. Kiama, James O. Maua, Magrate M. Kaigongi, Michael M. Muganda, Stanley
Nadir, Charles Koech, John N. Kigomo, Joshua Cheboiwo (2021). A global review of the use of aerial
seeding
technology in restoring degraded forests and landscapes: Case study of Kenya. Journal of Landscape and
Ecological Engineering (Article in Press)
Susan Karani, Jane Njuguna, Alice Muchugi, Steven Runo and Joseph Machua (2021). Molecular
identification of fungi causing canker and dieback diseases on Vangueria infausta (Burch) subsp.
rotundata (Robyns) and Berchemia discolor (Klotzsch) Hemsl in lower Eastern Kenya. African
Journal of Biotechnology (Article in Press)
Okeyo, M.M., G.O. Obwoyere, D.L. Makanji, J.W. Njuguna, J. Atieno (2020). Promotion
of Terminalia brownii in Reforestation by Development of Appropriate Dormancy Breaking and
Germination Methods in Drylands; Kenya. In Press, Journal Pre-proof, Available online 11 June
2020
Sheillah Cherotich, Japhet Muthamia, Jane Njuguna, Alice Muchugi, Daniel Otaye, Ignazio
Graziosi, Zakayo Kinyanjui (2020). Fungal Microflora Biodiversity of Healthy and Diseased
Adansonia digitata and Sclerocarya birrea Trees in Kenya. Topola/Poplar 205, 5-13
Cherotich Sheillah, Jane Njuguna, Muchugi Alice, Muthamia Japhet, Otaye Daniel, Graziosi
Ignazio and Kinyanjui Zakayo (2019). Botryosphaeriaceae associated with baobab (Adansonia
digitata L.) and marula (Sclerocarya birrea A. Rich.) in agroforestry systems in Kenya. African
Journal of Plant Science, Vol. 14(10), pp. 411-419
Okeyo, Michael M., Gilbert O. Obwoyere, Dickson L. Makanji, Jane W. Njuguna, and Jackline A.
Omond (2019). Fungal diseases attacking floral phenology of Terminalia brownii in Drylands,
Kenya. Topola 203 5-11.
Okeyo, M. M., Obwoyere, G. O., Makanji, D. L., Njuguna, J. W., & Gathogo, M. W. (2019). Insects
Associated with Terminalia brownii Growing in Kitui, Baringo and Homa Bay Counties, Kenya:
Implications on Tree Species Domestication. Topola, (204), 5-15.
Muthama, Angela M., Jane W. Njuguna, and Francis K. Sang (2017). "Botryosphaeriaceae Fungal
Species as Potential Pathogens of Meliaceae in the Arid and Semi-Arid Lands of Kenya. Indian
Forester 143.9 (2017): 890-893.
Machua J., L. Jimu, J. Njuguna, M. J. Wingfield, E. Mwenje and J. Roux (2016). First report of
Teratosphaeria gauchensis causing stem canker of Eucalyptus in Kenya. For. Path. doi:
10.1111/efp.12264.
Njuguna J. W. (2011). Stem Canker and dieback Disease on Grevillea robusta Cunn ex R. Br.:
Distribution, Causes, and Implications in Agroforestry Systems in Kenya, PhD Thesis, Swedish
University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU), Sweden.
Njuguna J. W., Barklund, P., Ihrmark, K., and Stenlid, J. (2011). A canker and dieback disease is
threatening the cultivation of Grevillea robusta on small-scale farms in Kenya. African Journal of
Agricultural Research Vol. 6(3), pp. 748-756.
Njuguna J. W., (2010). Diseases of Melia volkensii in Kenya. Science Africa Journal, April 2010.
Njuguna J. W.; (1996). Pathogenicity and Control of Sclerotium rolfsii Stem Rot of Sesbania
Sesban, Masters’ Thesis, University of Melbourne
Book Chapters
Njuguna J. W (2013). Growing Grevillea robusta in Kenya: Management and Challenges. MITI
Magazine (January to March 2013)
Njuguna J. W., Kamau P (2014). Know Tree Diseases And Ways To Avoid Them. A Collaborative
Extension Material with Biovision International published in the “The Organic farmer” Magazine,
No 112, Page 4, and September 2014.
Njuguna J. W., Nyakundi C. (2014). Grow Grevillea Trees and Make Money: A Collaborative
Extension material with Biovision International Published in the “The Organic farmer” Magazine,
No 112, Page 5-6, September 2014.
Technical Notes /Protocols/Guidelines
Kiama, S.M., Njuguna, J.W., Maua, J.O., Kaigongi, M.M., Nadir, S., Ngugi J., Koech K.C., and Meso
M. (2021). Protocol for Aerial Seeding of Degraded Forests and Landscapes in Kenya, KEFRI, Muguga,
Kenya.
Kiama, S.M., Njuguna, J.W., Maua, J.O., Kaigongi, M.M., Nadir, S., Ngugi J., Koech K.C.,
and Meso M. (2021). Aerial Seeding for Rehabilitation of Degraded Forestlands and
Landscapes in Kenya: A Technical Report on Pilot Aerial Seeding in Maasai Mau Forest.
KEFRI, Muguga, Kenya.
Njuguna Jane (2018). Chapter 4: Diseases and Pest Management of Melia seedlings in the
Nursery. In: Guidelines to On-farm Melia volkensii Growing in the Drylands of Kenya. Ministry
of Environment Publication March 2018,
Njuguna J. W., Oballa P., Meso M., Angaine P., Miingi M. (2016). Status of KEFRI Seed
Sources in the Eco-Region Research Programmes. KEFRI Technical Report.
Njuguna J. W. (2015, 2016). Gender & Climate Change; A global Perspective. Presented at
the UNDP Funded Regional training Course on "Policies and Practices for Climate Change
Adaptation Course" KEFRI 2015 and 2016.
Njuguna J. W. (2015). Gender & Climate Change in Social Forestry. Presented at Regional
Social Forestry Training Course, KEFRI
Njuguna J. W. (2015). Health Status of Melia Seed Orchards at Tiva, Kitui. KEFRI Field
Report
Njuguna J. W. (2015). Technical Report on the health status of Casuarina species on small
scale farms in Kilifi, Lamu and Kwale Counties for the For Kenya Coastal Development
Project.
Njuguna Jane and Ely Mwanza (2014). Rebranding of Central Highlands Eco-region Research
Programme (CHERP), and launch of guidelines on growing East African sandalwood in Kenya;
June 2014.
Njuguna J.W., Mwanza E. J., Lelon J., Kamondo B. N., and Kagombe J. (2014). Rebranding
of Central Highlands Eco-region Research Programme (CHERP). Rebranding document,
Nairobi
Kamondo B. N., Giathi G., Njuguna J., Kagunyu L., Nyingi J., Wakaba S. (2014). Guidelines
on growing Osyris lanceolata (Sandal wood) through cuttings. KEFRI Technical Report.
Njuguna J. W., Wachira N., Oduori E. (2013). Challenges of Growing Aloes in Laikipia, Nyeri,
Kirinyaga and Murangá Counties. KEFRI Technical Report
Njuguna J. W., Lelon J., Lugadiru., Oballa., (2013). Development of on-Farm Tree Species
for Diversification in Central Highlands of Kenya, KEFRI Technical Report
Njuguna J., Gathaara M., NJuguna R., Njenga H., Omollo S. (2016). Health Status and Causes
of Poor Growth of Eucalyptus Clones in Olkalou Farm, Nyandarua District. Field Technical
Report on the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) Plantations: Makomboki Factory Unit.
Njuguna J. (2014). Health Status of ICRAF Field Genebanks in Tumbi, Tabora Tanzania,
Kitui-Kenya and ICRAF Tree Nursery: A Technical Report for the World Agroforestry Centre
Njuguna J. (2013). Health Status of ICRAF Field Genebanks in Muguga, Meru, Kakamega,
Malava and Kitui: A Technical Report for the World Agroforestry Centre.
Njuguna J., Ogembo J., Yobterik E. (2012). Insect Pests and Diseases Associated with
Eucalyptus Clones in Riandu Farm, Mbeere District. Field and laboratory Report for Kenya Tea
Development Agency Plantations.
Njuguna J., Gachathi F., Ogembo J., Njuguna R., Ndakwe B. & Yobterik E. (2012). Status of
Trees, Shrubs and Annuals at the Kenya School of Monetary Studies (KSMS). Technical Report
for the Kenya School of Monetary Studies.
Njuguna J. W., Obonyo E. A., Githiomi J. Muthike N. (2003). Efficient Energy Utilisation and
Conservation and the Effects of Indoor Air Pollution among Poor Households in Kajiado, Kirinyaga, Nakuru, Machakos and Nairobi districts in Kenya. Project Report for the Shell Foundation/USAID /Energy for Sustainable Development Africa (ESDA) joint project.
Njuguna J. W. (2002). Technical Report for the DFID Knowledge and Research (KaR) Fuel
substitution Project: Report for Energy for Sustainable Development Africa (ESDA) on the
status of charcoal use in Kenya. Nairobi Kenya
Njuguna J. W. (2000). Household Energy and Environmental Conservation in Ngong and
Rongai. Project report for KEFRI- Winrock International, Kenya.
Policy Briefs
2020: Mass Propagation of Bamboo for Ten Percent Tree Cover
2018: National Strategy Towards Achieving and Maintaining 10% Tree Cover in Kenya
2017. A Guideline Framework For KEFRI Engagement With County Governments
2016. National Forests Programme 2016-2030
2016: Tree Seed Supply in Kenya.
Experience
Feb. 2014 - Present :
Chief Research Scientist
2009 to Jan. 2014 : Principal Research Scientist
1996-2009 : Senior Research Scientist
1994 - 2002 : Research Scientist 1
1991 – 1994 : Research Scientist II
Administrative Responsibility
August 2023-Current :
Ag. Director, Chief Executive Officer, Kenya Forestry Research Institute. Coordinator: Research planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation
Resource mobilization, disbursement and prioritization research projects in accordance to KEFRI Strategic Plan 2022-2027.
September 2017-August 2023 :
Senior Deputy Director, Research and Development, Kenya
Forestry Research Institute
March 5th 2018-March 31st 2019 : Acting Director, Kenya Forestry Research
Institute
2014-Sept. 2017 :
Deputy Director, Forest Productivity and Improvement (Three Years Eight Months)
2009-2014 : Deputy Centre Director, Muguga Regional Research Centre,
now CHERP (Six years)
2002-2009 : Head of Pathology Section of KEFRI (Seven Years)
1997-2007 : Concurrent with above; Assistant Project and Database Manager, International Forestry Research Institute (IFRI) Project (Ten Years). During this period I and my project
team members helped establish the following research Centers within East Africa for the IFRI Project
Academic Qualification
2011 : Doctor of philosophy in Forest Mycology and Pathology - Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU), Sweden
1995 :Master of Forest Science - University of Melbourne, Australia
1987 : Bachelor of Science (Botany and Zoology) - University of Nairobi