Abstract Drug and substance abuse has become one of the looming human-induced disasters globally, making it a profound concern among the comity of nations owing to the significant detrimental effects it has in almost every aspect of life and development. In Kenya, it has become one of the major social catastrophes with the commonest and most easily identifiable manifest in public health. Specific objective of the study was to examine the nature of drug and substance abuse in selected countie...
Abstract The proliferation of global environmental problems has necessitated the need to re-examine the environmental impacts caused by human-nature relations. Yet individual attitudes and environmental literacy remain among the critical determinants of environmental sustainability. Consequently, environmental psychology has been one of the most effective tools for shaping people's actions in favor of the environment. As such, this article presents a dataset that describes an intervention ca...
Abstract Teacher classroom effectiveness plays a crucial role in influencing students' perceptions and academic achievement. This study aimed to address this research gap by examining students' perceptions of teachers' classroom effectiveness and its impact on academic achievement in Hamisi Sub County. The study employed a descriptive survey research design. A sample size of 373 (357 students and 16 teachers) from 16 secondary schools participated in the study. Data was collected through que...
Abstract Teachers are charged with the responsibilities of leadership management in schools in Kenya. Teachers, as decision-makers, are continually faced with problems managing school resources and funds. Since principals have a lot of responsibilities, it is necessary that they be well informed on aspects of good leadership. Despite the government's efforts to ensure that there is effective management of schools, several cases of uninformed decision-making, poor leadership approaches, and d...
Abstract The advent of social media has brought with its new ways of communicating and interacting. Social networking sites have become quite popular in the recent past especially among the youth. They are not only being accessed on computers but also on mobile devices. The capability of social media to allow individuals to share their experiences, opinions and ideas being seen as an enabler for political participation and democracy among youths. The study’s specific objectives are, assess...
Abstract Due to the effects of climate change, farmers in Kajiado County have embraced different climate change adaptation strategies including the use of indigenous knowledge (IK) and scientific approaches. The objective of this study was to assess the determinants of farmers' IK practices influencing the uptake of Climate Change Adaptation Strategies (CCAS) in Kajiado County, Kenya. Using the Model of Private Proactive Adaptation to Climate Change (MPPACC), IK-related contextual factors th...
Abstract The relationship between mental health problems, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and challenging behaviour among children and adolescents is complex and multifaceted. The study investigated practitioners’ perception of comorbidity of mental health and ASD in the management of challenging behaviours among children and adolescents in Kenya. Target population was 3490 practitioners. Sample size was 1047, comprising of 38 assessment staff, 27 mental health workers 548 regular teachers,...
Abstract The theory of human capital postulates an increase in earnings at different levels of educational qualifications. However, there are mixed findings and interpretations on return to investment in education around the world. This is attributed to differences in methodology and methods of data analysis. By employing the Mincer regression equation this paper presents findings on private rate of return to investment in higher education for teachers with bachelor’s degree using a sample...
Abstract first_pagesettings Open AccessCase Report Infilling Monthly Rain Gauge Data Gaps with Satellite Estimates for ASAL of Kenya by William Githungo *,Silvery Otengi,Jacob Wakhungu andEdward Masibayi Department of Disaster Management & Sustainable Development, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 190, Kakamega 50100, Kenya * Author to whom correspondence should be addressed. Academic Editor: Luca Brocca Hydrology 2016, 3(4), 40; https://doi.org/10.3390/hydrology3...
Abstract The present study aimed to explore the drivers of early marriage and teenage pregnancy in Kenya and Uganda during COVID-19 lockdown period. A systematic review design was adopted. The major online databases utilized were PubMed, Google Scholar, Uganda and Kenya Ministry of Health repositories, ScienceDirect, and Scopus. Studies that were originating from Kenya and Uganda that were publicly available in electronic format published from March 2020 to March 2022 were used. The thematic...
Abstract Background Climate is a key input of rain-fed agriculture. Climate variability and change has been the most important determinant of crop yields in Kenya and other parts of the world. However, there has been not much research on local understanding of the effect of climate variability on maize yields in Arid and Semi arid Lands (ASALs) of lower eastern Kenya counties. The effect of three climatic parameters on maize yields on different temporal and spatial scales was evaluated in or...
Abstract This study examined the resources that promoted participation in Non-Formal Curricular Activities (NFCAs) in secondary schools in Kakamega County, Kenya. A descriptive survey design was used. The study utilized 2507 participants who included 1935 learners, 430 teachers, 43 Heads of Department of NFCAs, 43 Principals, 43 parents and 13 SQASOs. To generate quantitative data, questionnaires were used and for qualitative data, structured interviews, document analysis and observations we...
Abstract The study interrogates the influence of statist inter-ethnic political leadership transformation in the management of inter-ethnic conflicts in Bungoma County. In Kenya, specifically in Bungoma, the 1963 conflict in the region acquired a political and national outlook. In 1992, despite 29 years of independence, the violence was unparalleled. The specific objective of the study was to examine the effect of statist inter-ethnic political leadership integration in the management of int...
Abstract A strong and effective non-custodial reintegration process, working in close collaboration with civil society organizations and communities, will facilitate transition back into society for former violent extremist offenders, demonstrate ongoing goodwill, and provide an essential support structure for the returnee terrorist fighters. This study aimed to assess the influence that non-custodial reintegration programs have on the well-being of returned terrorist fighters in Mombasa Cou...
Abstract Working capital management is a matter of concern in public universities in Kenya, with the main challenge being how to prudently manage assets in order to achieve financial self-sufficiency. Working capital management impacts the financial health of an organisation. Both public and private sector entities are prone to mismanagement of some kind, not only in Kenya but also regionally and globally. The PRISMA guidelines were adopted in the systematic review process, where 55 articles...