The Negative Effects Of Cultural Habits On Women’s Economic Particaption In Development In Istnya Town In Kenya

Abstract

The study set out to establish the negative effects of cultural habits on women’s economic

participation in development. The study was conducted at Isinya town in Kenya. The study

followed the objectives of the study. A cross sectional study design was used. Data was collected

from 100 respondents who were systematically selected. Data was collected using a self

administered questionnaires and analyzed using SPSS to get descriptive statistics. The findings

revealed that there was no equality between the men and women in Isinya over the access and

control of the economic resources a factor that hindered development in the area. It was therefore

recommended that women should light for their rights especially those concerning with owning.

accessing and controlling of the economic resources. This can be done through several institutions including FIDA which fights for wome&s rights. This ma> lead the women to acquire some resources like land. building a factor that may boost on their economic development.