DSpace Collection:http://41.89.96.81:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/6602024-03-28T12:38:50Z2024-03-28T12:38:50ZImpact of teenage pregnancy on girls’ academic progression based on their experiences in Nyatike sub-county, Migori County - KenyaOwuonda, Salome Aluochhttp://41.89.96.81:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/32632024-02-14T10:02:00Z2023-01-01T00:00:00ZTitle: Impact of teenage pregnancy on girls’ academic progression based on their experiences in Nyatike sub-county, Migori County - Kenya
Authors: Owuonda, Salome Aluoch
Abstract: Teenage pregnancy is a problem in both developed and developing countries with developing countries registering higher prevalence. Girls drop out of school in Kenya due to teen pregnancy with Migori County being the sixth most affected. There is little literature on the teenage pregnancies and academic transition nexus based on the girls‟ experience on Nyatike Sub-County which the study sought to fill. This study‟s specific objectives were: to establish girls‟ dropout rate due to teenage pregnancy in Nyatike Sub-County; to describe the pattern of re-entry into the education system of teenage mothers in Nyatike Sub-County, Migori County; and to assess the challenges that the teenage mothers experience in Nyatike Sub-County schools. The study adopted both Feminist Theory and Social Learning Theory. A mixed methods research approach was utilized in data collection and analysis to gain the advantage of both quantitative and qualitative data. The study population for this research was teenage mothers in Nyatike Sub-County who were reached through primary and secondary schools within the Sub-County. Both probability and non-probability sampling techniques were used to pick schools and respondents. The instruments were peer reviewed and the questionnaire pre-tested. Quantitative data analysis was done using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences while qualitative data was analysed using NVivo software using thematic approach. This study found that majority of the teen pregnancies take place in standard eight, form three and form two at the age of 14-16 years. Though not well communicated, most schools had policies on teenage pregnancy where girls were allowed to return to school after delivery without repeating (except at their own will). About 70-89% of girls return to school after delivery. Majority of the teachers (97.1%) attested to the fact that teenage pregnancies contributed to changes in teenage mothers‟ academic performance, and behaviour (100.0%). Most teenage mothers were not aware of specific provisions in the re-entry policies. Most teenage mothers faced stigma/discrimination and did not receive education/learning support, social/psychological support and peer support when they got pregnant. This study recommends that: sensitization against teenage pregnancies should be more in class eight, form two and form three; teenage mothers should be encouraged to resume their studies as soon as they can; school policies on teenage pregnancies should be well communicated to students and pupils; students, pupils and teachers should be sensitized on the need to support teenage mothers; and the government should ensure there are measures for accessible psychosocial support is in place within the schools.2023-01-01T00:00:00ZGender disparities in tenderpreneurship in learning Institutions, in Nakuru East Sub-County, Nakuru County, KenyaMaina, Faith Wairimuhttp://41.89.96.81:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/32602024-02-14T09:32:50Z2023-08-01T00:00:00ZTitle: Gender disparities in tenderpreneurship in learning Institutions, in Nakuru East Sub-County, Nakuru County, Kenya
Authors: Maina, Faith Wairimu
Abstract: Women are among the special interest or disadvantaged groups in many developing countries, including Kenya. The participation of female in public procurement is significant for various government globally. In Kenya, public procurement, commonly referred to as tenderpreneuring, is dominated by influential male. Consequently, disadvantaged groups like female are discriminated against, which excludes them from development. The current study aimed to explore the participation of female in tenderpreneuring and their awareness about the tendering process. The study was conducted in learning institutions in Nakuru East sub-County, Nakuru County, Kenya. It was informed by the social feminist (SF) theory and the entrepreneurship theory. The study used descriptive survey design, data was collected by the use of questionnaires and key informant interviews. The sample included 108 individuals who had applied for tenders in institutions of learning in the study area (73.15% male and 26.85% female). The quantitative data was data analyzed for descriptive and inferential statistics using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) Software, Version 27 while qualitative data was analyzed using content analysis. The study found that the level of awareness about the tendering process was low among the female, which contributes to their shying away from the application for tenders, thereby benefiting male-run businesses. A significant relationship was found between the gender and proportion of male and female who applied for tenders (X2 (2, N = 108) = 10.446, p = .001). Besides, a significant relationship was also noted on the relationship between gender and winning or losing tender bids (X2 (2, N = 91) = 4.073). In sum, the findings show that there is low access to tenders in learning institutions by female. Female reported facing various challenges in entrepreneurship, which are characteristic of the gender imbalance existing in the society. Therefore, it is necessary to enhance the access of female to public procurement through policies that will improve their awareness, knowledge, and funding.2023-08-01T00:00:00ZInfluence of socio-economic factors on Women’s participation in rotating Savings and Credit Associations in Kabondo Kasipul Sub County, Homabay CountyAkuno, Ina Guyahttp://41.89.96.81:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/32582024-02-14T09:06:45Z2023-09-01T00:00:00ZTitle: Influence of socio-economic factors on Women’s participation in rotating Savings and Credit Associations in Kabondo Kasipul Sub County, Homabay County
Authors: Akuno, Ina Guya
Abstract: While formal financial institutions (FFIs) are instrumental in the growth of an economy, they require good financial and loan repayment records, attract higher interest rates, and have longer turnaround time, among other unconducive terms. This makes it necessary for local communities to form informal financial institutions (IFIs), like RoSCAs, which allow them access loan facilities faster, easier, at lower interest rates compared to those of FFIs, and allow them form strong social relationships that they can depend upon. It is against this backdrop that this study aimed at determining the influence of socio-economic factors on WPRoSCAs within Kabondo Kasipul Sub-County, Homa Bay, Kenya. Based on the interpretivism research philosophy and the experimental research design, researcher recruited a total 133 participants from the four wards within Kabondo Kasipul Sub-County. Out of the 133, 13, who were RoSCA group leaders, were interviewed, whereas 120 answered questionnaires. Whereas purposive sampling was used to select the 13 RoSCAs from the 43 registered RoSCAs, simple random sampling was used to select the individual respondents who participated in the interview sessions. To ensure validity of the data collection instruments, they were first assessed by Egerton University’s Faculty of Gender, Women, and Development Studies experts for cross checking, content validity, and approval. Piloting of the study was also conducted to increase the study’s findings’ validity. Cronbach’s alpha was then used to test reliability and a correlation coefficient of 0.843 was obtained, thus, was considered acceptable. The quantitative data that was gathered was then analysed using SPSS v.20 software, while qualitative data was analysed thematically using NVivo Software. From the quantitative data, this study found out that gender, marital status, age, house size, level of income, and education level are among the main factors influencing participation in RoSCAs within the study area. From the qualitative data, lack of cooperation, lack of training, misuse of funds by members, inadequate finance, poor relationship, lack of trust, poor attitude, and inadequate group running costs were found to significantly influence WPRoSCAs. To encourage women’s participation in the RoSCAs, this present study established the need for awareness campaigns, frequent RoSCAs group meetings, provision of trainings, disciplinary measures, and provision of finance. Despite realizing its objectives, this paper recommends a broadening of the study sample and the use of a wider geographical area to enhance the generalizability of the findings of such a study.2023-09-01T00:00:00ZSocio-Economic Factors Affecting Widows’ Participation in Small Scale Farming, Nyaribari Masaba Sub- County, Kisii County, KenyaMangoa, Lydiahttp://41.89.96.81:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/27822021-08-25T08:15:15Z2021-05-01T00:00:00ZTitle: Socio-Economic Factors Affecting Widows’ Participation in Small Scale Farming, Nyaribari Masaba Sub- County, Kisii County, Kenya
Authors: Mangoa, Lydia
Abstract: The agriculture sector supports the majority of livelihoods in Kisii County. However, the community is largely patriarchal which thus brings about conflicts on land use, ownership, and labor provisions. Women and widows are thus largely affected by these patterns of ownership which eventually affect their farming practices. Despite its vital importance, the sector is highly susceptible and sensitive to climate change and variability were small scale farmers more so the widows are disproportionately affected since their access to land, labor and credit are highly inhibited. Studies on widows in the agricultural sector have been inadequate and hence the need for this study. The aim of the study was to assess the effects of land, labour, and credit facilities on widows participating in small scale farming. The study was carried out in Nyaribari Masaba Sub- County, Kisii County. The area was selected because of data from the government agencies showed that there was a high number of widows practicing small scale farming. The study was grounded on Structural Functionalism and the Symbolic Interactionism theories. The study employed a mixed methods research design. The study population was 1749 widows who were practicing small scale farming. A sample size of 144 respondents was obtained using a proportionate stratified sampling procedure. Data was collected using key- informant interview schedules and semi-structured questionnaires. The data were analyzed qualitatively and quantitatively. The findings of the study were represented using narratives, text boxes, bar graphs, and frequency tables. From the study findings, majority of the participants agreed that their access to land was under threat. Further, the study found out that labour was available as it was provided mainly by household members and if they had to hire labour services, they were cheap and adequate. From the study findings, most of the participants agreed that there are significant numbers of micro-finance institutions that offered soft loans and credit for farming. The study therefore concluded that land access, labour access, and access to credit among widows was influenced by other factors such as access to collateral, education levels, culture, and government land policies. This study recommends that it is important to have land title policies that include the marginalized groups in society such as the widows to ensure their security in land ownership. Thus, this will, in turn, affect their access to labour and credit2021-05-01T00:00:00Z