Daniel Ochieng Orwenjo

Prof. Daniel Ochieng Orwenjo is a Professor of Applied Linguistics and Director of the Centre for Language and Communication at the Technical University of Kenya. He holds a PhD in African Linguistics from Goethe University Frankfurt. His research focuses on multilingualism, urban youth language, forensic linguistics, and health communication. He previously served as a lecturer at Kenyatta University and chaired the Department of Language and Communication Studies at his current institution. He is affiliated with organizations like UNODC and chairs the Kenya DAAD Scholars Association.

• Education:
• Bachelor’s in Education, Kenyatta University
• MA (Applied Linguistics), Kenyatta University
• PhD (magna cum laude) in African Linguistics, Goethe University Frankfurt
• Research Interests: Explores how discourses shape moralities in end-of-life care, multilingual education systems, and linguistic practices among marginalized groups. His work integrates critical discourse analysis to examine power dynamics in health communication and youth language.
• Professional Roles: Leads initiatives in science communication and policy advising, with a focus on bridging linguistic and cultural gaps in healthcare and education.