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South-South Migration: The Impact of Diaspora Remittance on National Development of Kenya

Abstract: There is a growing recognition of the south to south migration in developing countries, shaping the relationship between diaspora remittance and national development. It is for this reason that the study was justified on the basis that many studies on remittance are derived from the Global north than the Global south. The purpose of this study was to find the relationship between diaspora remittances to Kenya’s national development focusing on the Global south. The study was guid...

Paradiplomacy in Kenya: A Case of the Devolved System of Governance

Abstract: Based on the broader concept of decentralization as a strategy for development, this paper examined the incentives of County Governments in advancing their interests in the international arena, a practice known as paradiplomacy. The Fourth Schedule of the COK 2010 provides the distribution of powers and functions between the National Government and the County Governments. The Constitution also emphasizes the importance of each level of government respecting the functional and insti...

Liberal Democracy Conundrum: Examining the Impact of Term Limit Extension on Liberal Democracy in Africa

Abstract: The main objective of this study was examined the impact of presidential term limit extension on liberal democracy in Africa. Majority of citizens from most Africa states oppose term limit extension, yet during referendums the same citizen approve this term extensions. This study adopted a mixed methodological approach by utilizing both qualitative and quantitative research design method. Secondary data was used in this study. Data was extracted from previous studies on presidentia...

Kenya’s Approach in Countering Violent Extremism

Abstract: This study examined Kenya‘s approach of Counter Violent Extremism (CVE) in achieving the intended objectives of preventing radicalization and recruitment of individuals into active participation in violent extremist activities. The study found out that broadening CVE approaches in Kenya could work beyond state-centric interventions that allow a broader space for myriads of actors. The role of the Kenyan government needs to adapt a collective vision and engage community actors to ...

Assessing the Effectiveness of Sovereign Wealth Fund on Development: Case of Rwanda and Norway

Abstract: In recent years, the Sovereign Wealth Funds (SWF) have emerged as dynamic class as a crucial source of funding for economic development especially in times of economic crisis. The funds currently managed through various SWF are estimated between 2 and 3 trillion dollars, which is huge in terms of its development value to states that own them. For the developing countries of Africa, the objectives of creating SWF are to provide a resilient source of development in finance. Rwanda is...

The Role of Regional Trade Agreements on Africa’s Multilateral Policy Growth: An Analysis of East African Integration

Abstract: This thesis examines the role of Regional Trade Agreements in Africa’s multilateral growth, the various factors that lead to their proliferation and the role of globalization in Africa’s multilateral policy. The East African Community integration has been used as a case study to represent Africa multilateralism. To bridge further gaps, the study considered the role of African Regional Trade Agreements in defining their place in multilateral platforms, thereby concluding that Af...

An Evaluation of Work-Related Stress among Probation Officers in Nairobi County

Abstract: In the course of their work, probation officers interact with various types of offenders, offenders’ families, the victims of the crimes, court officers, the police and other persons affected by the offences. As a result of this interaction it has been found that probation officers experience high levels of work-related stress. The main objective of the study was to evaluate the work-related stress amongst probation officers in Nairobi County. The study addressed the work-related...

The Independence of the Judiciary in Kenya: An Analysis of Presidential Election Petitions Pre and Post 2010

Abstract: In a historic and first of its kind ruling, the Supreme Court of Kenya showed the fortitude and courage of the judiciary by nullifying the August 8th 2017 presidential election that had been tainted by irregularities. This sent word to the country that the Kenyan Judiciary is not an institution to be taken for granted and can be counted upon to uphold the rights of the people irrespective of their position within the spectrum of power. The independence of the judiciary is critical ...

Determining the Effects of Parent- Adolescents Relationship on the Psychological Wellbeing of Adolescents: A Case of Dagoretti South Sub-County

Abstract: The study sought to determine the effects of parent-child relationship on the psychological wellbeing of adolescents: a case of Dagoretti South Sub-County. The study examined parental attachment, the perception of the adolescents towards their relationship with parents, communication between parents and adolescents and gender differences in relation to the psychological wellbeing of adolescents. A sample size of 100 adolescents aged 13-17 years was selected using simple random samp...

Effects of Body Image on Self-Esteem among Young Adults: A Case of University Of Nairobi

Abstract: For the last several years, study on body image has been a growing field. The primary goal of this project was to determine the effects of bodyimage on self-esteemamong young people of 18 to 25 years. The research objectives for the study were: to establish whether body size influences the level of self-esteemamong young people of 18 to 25 years; to find out whether fashion influences the level of self-esteemamong young people of 18 to 25 years, to investigate whether complexion in...

Gender Quotas in National Parliaments: An Analysis Of The Contribution Made By Nominated Female Legislators in Kenya and Tanzania

Abstract: Despite the gradual increase in the number of women leaders at national parliaments, their influence to national politics and policy remains low. The purpose of this study was to investigate the substantive contribution made by gender quotas in national politics in Kenya and Tanzania. The study was guided by two theories, the feminist theory and the liberal feminist theory. The feminist theory enabled the study to understand and evaluate the existing gender parity in a patriarchal ...

Factors That Explain the Low Intra-EAC Trade For the Period between 2010 and 2017: A Case Study of Kenyan Exports

Abstract: The East African Community (EAC) has taken a step forward by implementing a free trade area, customs union and a common market in its region. It is also on the journey of achieving an economic union and eventually a political federation. This implementation of the former requires the removal of all trade barriers in the intra-regional trade. The EAC region has incorporated the removal of trade barriers for efficient regional integration among the member states. However, the region ...

Assessing The Effects of Kenya’s And Tanzania’s Economic Interests in the East African Community (EAC) Between the Periods 1967-1977 And 2000-2016

Abstract: Regional integration has been a constant feature in East African region’s states relations. After independence Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania formed the East African Community (EAC) which later collapsed. Attempts to revive integration were successful, culminating in the revival of the community. This study looked at integration of the East African Community during these two periods. The study also focused on the economic interests pursued by the region’s biggest economies namely K...

Psycho-Social Consequences of the Social Exclusion Facing Persons with Disabilities in Kenya

Abstract: PWDs are at a higher risk of experiencing psychological problems due to both their disabilities and the exclusion they face. This study, therefore, investigated the psychosocial consequences of the social exclusion facing PWDs in Kenya. The participants were made up of both females and males PWDs of the ages between 20 and above 35 from across the country. The researcher employed descriptive method of research where the aspects of the study were described as per the survey that was...

The Relationship between K.C.S.E Examination Scores and Symptoms of Anxiety, Depression and Suicide Ideation among Adolescents in Nairobi, Kenya

Abstract: This study examined the relationship between the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination scores and the symptoms of anxiety, depression and suicide ideation among the adolescents in Nairobi, Kenya. The study was conducted at various churches in Eastlands, Southlands and Westlands. A target population of 100 boys and girls were randomly selected. The inclusion criteria for this sample were participants aged 16, 17, 18 and 19 years who had taken their KCSE examina...


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