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    Accuracy of references in the Kenya Eye Health Journal Volume 1 Number 1
    (Kenya Eye Health Journal, 2025) Nyambura, Gathama; Mwaurah, Naomy; Miriti, Anderson; Mwangi, Nyawira
    Background: Accurate referencing is essential in academic and research publications, ensuring objectivity, rigor, and credibility. Such referencing provides context, builds on existing work, strengthens the reliability of articles, and guides readers to relevant sources. Errors in referencing pose a challenge in information retrieval and reduce access to information. This study aimed to evaluate the accuracy of references in articles published in Issue 1 of the Kenya Eye Health Journal (KEHJ). Methods: References from articles published in KEHJ Issue 1 were extracted and analyzed for accuracy of bibliographic elements such as author, title, publisher, place of publication, year of publication, volume, issue, and page number, along with adherence to the Vancouver referencing format. Descriptive analysis was used to quantify the frequency and distribution of errors. Result: All the 89 references from 7 articles were analyzed. Journal articles 69(78%) were the most frequently referenced. Two of the seven articles contributing 25/89 (28%) references did not use the Vancouver referencing style. Among the 50 (56%) references that followed the recommended referencing style, 15(30%) were incorrectly formatted. The most common errors were author list (26%), omissions of DOI (45%), and errors in year of publication (15%). Conclusion: The findings revealed gaps in adherence to journal author guidelines and errors in referencing accuracy. These inaccuracies highlight the need for training among authors, peer reviewers, and editorial teams to improve referencing consistency. Implementing strict verification measures and providing clear referencing support such as engaging information scientist and embedded video tutorials can help mitigate these errors.
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    Information Technology Trends, Challenges and Opportunities in Libraries
    (2024) Mwaurah, Naomy; Nyambura, Gathama; Namande, Ben
    Information technology has transformed library operations, allowing for the digitization of collections, the adoption of advanced cataloging systems, and the provision of virtual services. Librarians must understand emerging ICT trends in library and information services such as QR code, Web 2.0 and 3.0-based services, EM and RFID implementation. This will help librarians meet the needs of their users in this era characterized by the digital revolution and information flood. Therefore, this study aimed to examine the IT trends and the challenges and opportunities they bring to the libraries. The study was a literature review guided by the following objectives: to examine the information technology trends in libraries, to identify the opportunities of IT trends in libraries, and to discuss the challenges of IT trends in libraries. The findings of the study were that ICT developments bring inherent problems. Libraries are dealing with digital equity concerns, ensuring that marginalized people have equal access to technical resources and materials. Cybersecurity worries loom big as libraries protect sensitive patron data and intellectual property from cyber-attacks and privacy violations. Furthermore, the rapid rate of technological progress requires continuous staff training and professional growth to effectively manage the complexity of new IT infrastructures. Amidst these challenges lie abundant opportunities for innovation and growth. The study informs and empowers libraries to leverage technology effectively to provide access to information, promote literacy, and foster lifelong learning in an increasingly digital world.