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A Comparative Study of the Effects of Foreign Remittance and Foreign Aid on Kenya’s Economic Development

Abstract: Foreign aid (Official Development Assistance) has conventionally been an indispensable source of development resource for Kenya. Consequently, since the country’s independence both bilateral and multilateral donors have extended ODA to Kenya in terms of either grants or loans. Nonetheless, these resources have been ineffectual in precipitating real development, besides being highly volatile. In recent years, international remittance inflows have been increasingly considered as im...

The Effectiveness of Anti-Corruption Strategies: A Kenyan Case Study

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to assess the effectiveness of anti-corruption strategies in Kenya; led by the following research questions; what are the some of the main causes of corruption in Kenya? What are some of the common forms of corruption? What are the anti-corruption strategies that have been adopted in Kenya? What are the legal and constitutional frameworks for combating corruption in Kenya? How have the anticorruption strategies in Kenya influenced the trends of corrupt...

Political Risk Factors Associated With Post Traumatic Stress Disorder among Internally Displaced Persons in Post- Election Violence of 2007/2008 in Kenya: Case of Mai Mahiu Camps in Nakuru Co

Abstract: Post-election violence (PEV) witnessed in Kenya in the year 2007 - 2008 mostly in the informal settlements of major towns. The violence peculiarly created a traumatic event that increased risk for post trauma stress disorder (PTSD) among other many psychiatric conditions and psychological disorders. PTSD is influenced by a number of risk factors that are demographic or external. This study sought to establish current levels of PTSD and associated political risk factors among the po...

Students’ Satisfaction with Supervision during Practicum: A Case of USIU-A Students

Abstract: In high income countries, it is a common practice for trainees in psychology to have clinical supervision. Clinical supervision is the most critical support that a trainee can have while applying the skills learned. Satisfaction with clinical supervision seems to play a role on how students grow in this profession. Unfortunately, not all students in psychology doing their practicum in Africa are satisfied with clinical supervision or have a supervisor at the practicum site. An anal...

Women In Politics And The Rise Of Feminism In Africa: A Case Study of Rwanda

Abstract: The purpose of this thesis was to analyze the rise of feminism in Africa, particularly Rwanda. The study examined the effect of feminism towards gender and political inclusivity in Rwanda. Also, it focused in understanding the role of Rwandan government, NGOs and civil society in championing women rights in Rwanda and their contribution to feminism agenda and ideology towards empowering and promoting women rights and freedoms. The research study used a qualitative research methodol...

Gender Differences in Altruistic Behavior among Emerging Adults

Abstract: The current research study aims to examine the gender differences in altruistic behavior among emerging adults. In the area of altruism, various research has been done in various countries such as China, USA, Canada etc. However, due to differing population demographics, results differed from the current research. The participants (n=141) of the study were emerging adults (18 to 25years). The present research study used a quantitative research design as the Self-Report Altruism Sca...

Globalization and the Development of the Airline Industry: Analyzing the Case of Kenya Airways

Abstract: The main objective of this study was to examine how globalization had affected the development of the airline industry by using Kenya Airways as a case study. The specific objectives included the following: To examine the positive impact of globalization on the development of Kenya Airways; To examine the negative impact of globalization on the development of Kenya Airways; To examine the effect of globalization on Kenya Airways market expansion strategies. This research was a case...

Peacekeeping Missions in Africa: The Case of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM)

Abstract: Africa has continued to be associated with conflict, human rights atrocities and insecurity. Several African countries including Democratic Republic of Congo, Somalia, Mali, South Sudan, Central African Republic among others are still experiencing armed conflicts and civilians and non-combatants in these countries are in constant need of protection. Of these countries, Somalia has been the most affected and has been described by several security and political pundits as the "hot-be...

Assessing the Prevalence of International Technology Transfer by Chinese Firms into the Kenyan Construction Sector

Abstract: Technological advancement and growth in skilled expertise are some of the factors contributing to economic development. As a developing country, Kenya’s quest to achieve economic growth is underpinned by the need to have technology embedded within the various economic sectors. Furthermore, a skilled and technologically adept workforce will be afforded an opportunity to improve their lives economically. Multi-National Corporations (MNCs) engaged in commercial activities within var...

Resilience and Dispositions for Deviant Behaviour among High School Students in Kisumu County

Abstract: According to Morewood (2017), establishing a worldwide culture of resilience needs to be at the top of every school’s agenda as a means of addressing the alarming prevalence of mental health issues among young people. This study looked at the levels of resilience among adolescent students between the ages of 13-18 of forms one and two in Kisumu County, with a sample size of 414 students. This was a correlational research study that looked at the relationship between the different...

Integration, Cross Border Trade and Dispute Settlement between Kenya and Tanzania

Abstract: The main objective of this study was to examine integration, cross border trade and dispute settlement between Kenya and Tanzania. It was guided by three specific objectives which include, to examine the nature of cross-border trade (CBT) and disputes between Kenya and Tanzania to investigate the mechanisms in place to resolve these disputes and to recommend other mechanisms that could be used to resolve the existing disputes. Decisively there is a significant trade between Kenyan ...

Parasocial Interaction and Identification toward Media Personae and Their Correlation with Pathological Personality Traits among Emerging Adults in USIU - Africa

Abstract: With expanding internet access, television viewing, cinematic and movie releases, among other entertainment distributions, consumption of media in the 21st century is becoming widespread among the general public, especially young people. It may appear that greater media consumption means that users one way or another connect with favorite characters featured in them. This present study mainly focused on two forms of media engagement among users which are Parasocial Interaction (esp...

Development in Transition and Unlocking County Government’s Capability in Sustainable Community Growth: A Case of Kitui County

Abstract: Kenya’s approach to sustainable community growth combines long term action to enhance productive potential and incomes with programs and policies that respond to immediate needs of the community and sustainable growth. The purpose of this study was to investigate ways of unlocking local government’s capability in sustainable community growth in Kitui West and Central constituencies, Kitui County. The objectives of this study was; to examine the extent to which local government ...

Assessing The Efficacy and Sustainability of External Borrowing for Kenya’s Economic Development: 2003 – 2017

Abstract: This study has established that Kenya has been borrowing money unilaterally, multinational, and from global financial institutions such as the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank. This has been the case because after gaining independence the country has always envisioned a future where the earning and purchasing power parity of the population is reasonable enough to maintain a high velocity of money and a near full employment status. Part of the vision also includes deve...

The Role of Kenya’s Diplomatic Missions in East Africa in Enhancing Economic Diplomacy

Abstract: Despite the signing of East African common market protocol in 2010 to enable free movement of people and goods, this has not been achieved to a large extent. Business corporations as well as governments face enormous challenges arising from the diminishing importance of the traditional national borders due to the inevitable aspect of globalization, technological change and developments in trading systems. This research was carried out to establish the role of Kenya’s diplomatic m...


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