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    Analysis of morphophonemic process in dholuo and suba languages of Rusinga island, Homabay county ,Kenya
    (Mount Kenya University, 2024-02) Ochieng, Alouch Connie
    The research focused on analyzing morphophonemic processes in Dholuo and Suba languages spoken on Rusinga Island, Homa Bay County, Kenya. The study had three primary objectives: first, to examine the phonology of both Dholuo and Suba; second, to conduct a comparative analysis of verbs in these languages; and third, to investigate lexical structures within Dholuo and Suba. Guided by the independent parallel theory, emphasizing shared origins among languages, the study employed a sampling technique involving both purposive and random methods to select participants. Data collection utilized interviews and observation schedules, engaging individuals across various age groups and interacting with businesspeople in marketplaces. Language interaction in this economic sector, especially in the context of fishing, played a crucial role. Qualitative data collected was analyzed using thematic analysis. The study's findings may prompt linguists to reassess Suba as not purely Bantu, potentially closely linked to the Luhya language. Furthermore, the research could contribute to preserving the endangered Suba language. Notably, the Dholuo language's influence on Suba language vocabulary was found to be minimal. However, evidence of language shift among Suba speakers, who use Dholuo in business interactions in Homa Bay County (where the majority speak Luo), was observed. These insights, totaling approximately 350 words, underscore the significance of linguistic diversity and potential implications for the preservation and understanding of regional languages.