Abstract: Less than two years after independence, December 2013, violent conflict broke out in South Sudan that affected civilians who encountered sexual violence, destruction of property, death and displacement creating social and economic challenges in the country. This is devastating for a nation that is less than two years old and fought vehemently to become independent from the south and was expected was growth and development and not internal war and conflict. Most importantly, it woul...
Abstract: The East African Legislative Assembly (hereinafter referred to as ―Assembly‖), an organ of the East African Community (hereinafter referred to as ―Community‖) is central to the unification of the members states of the Community – one of its service delivery. This is based on its representative function which ideally should help to not only create awareness of the Community but also connect the people of the Community through the outreach activities. The specific objective...
Abstract: Death is an inevitable phenomena, which occurs to all human beings, adults and children alike. This study explores the impact of loss and grief among children, particularly of a close family member. Because children do not know how to express their grief, they often are ignored, misinformed or left out during the time of grief This study seeks to challenge and bring awareness to parents, caregivers, adults, policy makers and heads of children's institutions so that they ein support...
Abstract: The general objective of this study was to determine how different aspects of Neo-colonialism has hindered growth of the coffee industry in Kenya( 1980-2008).The study sought Neo-colonialism effects on the coffee value chain specifically marketing, financing and production. This thesis investigated how the International Monetary Fund (IMF) sponsored liberalization programs destabilized the coffee sector in Kenya and brought to light the unseen forces in coffee value chain disadvant...
Abstract: During the clamour for multi-party politics in the late 1980s and early 1990s due cynicism with the Moi government, the President responded by predicting that the introduction of multi-partyism would lead to increased tribalism and violence. This self-fulfilling prophesy of the danger of inter-ethnic strife has come to pass as the country has had cycles of violent electoral conflicts since the introduction of multiparty politics in 19991 starting with the General elections in 1992,...
Abstract: With globalization at the centre stage, power and regulatory practices have been transformed. Rigid territorial frameworks in the form of national boundaries are slowly loosening up paving way for reinforced interdependence. Regions have thus come together to forge alliances to safe guard their interests as well as address certain challenges. Regional integration is not only viewed as a rational response to challenges faced within borders of a geographical area but also perceived a...
Abstract: The main objective of this study is to investigate the impacts of public procurement regulations on Kenya’s interactions with international actors. The specific objectives of the study are: to analyze the impacts of Kenya’s adherence to procurement regulations on her interactions with international actors, to investigate the effect of international pressure on compliance to procurement regulations in Kenya and lastly to examine the external factors influencing compliance to pro...
Abstract: The main objective of the study sought to determine the role of cash transfer programs in promoting sustainable development goals for the urban poor woman in Nairobi. It focused on the role of cash transfer programs in promoting poverty alleviation and gender equality. The study used capability approach, the theory of change and, sustainable livelihood approach for cash transfers in its theoretical framework. The capability approach advocates for the promotion of people's capabilit...
Abstract: The central goal of this research is to determine the relationship between foreign intervention and terrorism. The study uses Ethiopia`s military intervention in Somalia in late 2006 against the Islamic Courts Union as its focal area of concern. The research findings indicate that there exists a relationship between Ethiopia`s intervention and the rise of Al-Shabaab in Somalia. From a methodological perspective, the research relied on secondary sources of data with a qualitative ap...
Abstract: Whereas marriage is associated with satisfaction and happiness, several factors are widely acknowledged as necessary for a happy marriage. According to research in Counseling Psychology, satisfactory communication, conflict resolution and financial unity are key determinants for happiness in marriage. For instance, some known causes of divorce are listed as financial problems and lack of communication. It is with this understanding that this study sought to find out how communicati...
Abstract: One of the basic development objectives is living free of fear. It is also an objective that has so far received comparatively limited attention in debates on the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals (MDG). Notwithstanding the international community‟s preoccupation with key problems such as natural disasters, climate change, global epidemics and financial crises, the emergency of armed violence has unsuccessfully captured the attention and concern of world leaders and...
Abstract: Development is a multifaceted concept that cuts across most economies. All economies in the globe strive to create better environment for themselves working towards the goal of achieving development. The concept can be attributed to very many factors but this research will specifically focus on the role that Social innovations play in development. ‘Social innovation’ is a term that has become quite common in the recent years with some players viewing it as just a buzz word. How...
Abstract: Children face various forms of traumatic experiences such as psychological, sexual, emotional or physical abuse (Payne, Gainey & Carey, 2007) which may be compounded by neglect (Hume, 2011; United Nations Children’s Fund, 2014). Abuse experienced in childhood is thought to set in motion psychological distress in adolescence or adulthood which may adversely affect the concerned individual in many ways such as the forging of intimate relationships in adulthood or engaging in crimin...
Abstract: Marriage is the main fabric of society. As such factors that influence marriage negatively should be dealt with effectively to ensure that marriage is preserved. This research sought to establish the relationship between marital satisfaction and marital infidelity. The study employed both quantitative and qualitative design methods for data collection and analysis. The population was married individuals from Nairobi County. The sample comprised 102 respondents from Central Nairobi ...
Abstract: Several devastating conflicts have devastated and are still devastating Africa for the past twenty years or more. Indeed, the persistence of these conflicts has decimated communities and seriously fractured their demography with baneful consequences on the development process occurring in the continent. According to the 1999 report of the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), Africa is the most conflict ridden region in the world and the only region in which the...