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Wamunyu, Irene Wambui (Daystar University, School of Communication, November , 2017)
[more][less]Abstract: The incorporation of digital technologies in for-profit newsrooms has led to disruptions in journalism hierarchies, business models, norms, and practices across the world. In African newsrooms, these disruptions have received a paucity of scholarly attention, and even those have tended towards policy and regulatory matters, or normative analyses founded on the Western liberal democratic model. This study interrogated the incorporation of the web in Kenyan journalistic practice by following the process as undertaken at Capital FM, the country’s pioneer commercial radio station. The study set out to establish the human and technological actors engaged in journalistic practice at Capital FM, as well as determine the nature of interaction among those actors, and the outcomes of those interactions. The research used a socio-technical theoretical lens and applied case study research design with four data collection tools, namely observation, interviews, netnography, and document review. The study used a six-step framework to reduce, organise and evaluate the data. Actor-network theory informed the identification of the actors, their interactions, and the outcomes of those interactions. A thematic analysis was also applied to more deeply interrogate and interpret the data. The two analytical approaches established that Capital FM practiced a networked journalism enacted by multiple human, technological and corporate actants, resulting in modifications and disruptions that were manifested in various efforts of labour, controversies, movement among actors, new roles, and spatial location. New roles were enrolled into journalistic practice, and new practices had become routinised. Audiences had acquired a powerful role through web metrics which informed journalists’ routines and sense of self-identity. Journalistic practice had a new definition, and the blurring of lines between editorial and promotional content had opened new lines of revenue generation even while disrupting the normative values underlying news production. Globalised practices, such as the use of open-source applications, had standardised aspects of the journalism enacted in geographically diverse networked newsrooms. The study also held that actor-network theory was useful in interrogating power dynamics within a networked newsroom context. The study further posited that a new type of commercial news media company had emerged in the Kenyan context, and was defined under the following thematic categories: organisational culture, key decision makers, content, revenue, and infrastructure. The study recommended greater collaboration and interaction between personnel in the two spatial locations to promote greater innovation around content development and an increased understanding among all of the web’s potential as a news platform. It also posited that the web was treated as an online version of a newspaper. This frequently limited the news content to two-dimensional presentations of news yet human actants in the news production process could make greater use of the web’s multimediality, hypertextuality, and interactivity. The study also called for greater reflection among media houses about the implications of the new revenue generation opportunities vis-à-vis journalistic practice. Description: Doctor of Philosophy in Communication URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3299 Files in this item: 1
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Jerop, Rodah (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, 2014)[more][less]
Abstract: This study sought to establish the nexus between risky behaviour that adolescents in secondary schools in Eldoret East Sub-County engaged in and its impact on development of self-identity. The target population comprised 2046 Form Two students, 46 head teachers and 46 teachers in charge of Guidance and Counselling. Fourteen (14) schools were selected using stratified random sampling while 14 head teachers and 14 teachers in charge of Guidance and Counselling were purposively selected. Data was collected using questionnaires and structured interview schedules. Data collected was coded and processed. Chi-square correlation analysis and Pearson Product Moment correlation coefficient were computed to test for the relationship between risky behaviour and self-identity among adolescent students. Analyzed data was presented in form of cumulative frequency tables, percentages, charts and graphs. The study established that adolescent students engaged in three main types of risky behaviour: drug and substance use and abuse, unprotected sex and suicide attempts. Adolescents’ engagement in risky behaviour negatively affected the development of their self-identity. The main factors influencing students’ engagement in risky behaviour were peer influence and family backgrounds. Some of the proposed strategies for dealing with students’ engagement in risky behaviour included strengthening peer education programs and building capacity for Guiding and Counselling departments. The study recommends that, upon joining Form One, students should be taken through induction workshops to enhance their ability to choose friends and cope with peer pressure as well as avoid exposure to risky behaviour. Description: Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3662 Files in this item: 1
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Wanyeri, Mary Nyambura (Daystar University, School of Business and Economics, May , 2011)[more][less]
Abstract: Employee retention is one of the biggest challenges facing corporate leaders and businesses today. Attracting the best talent is a demanding task, but retaining these employees is even more difficult. One way to tackle this problem is to understand what employees want from an organization. The main objectives of this study were to establish the reasons why employees stay or leave The Karen Hospital (TKH), to evaluate the current employee retention strategies used in TKH, to determine the critical success factors for employee retention and to determine the effects of employee turnover on employee productivity and TKH performance. The employee retention study was aimed at helping the hospital establish the critical success factors on employee retention. The key findings of the research showed that majority of employees stayed at TKH because of the following reasons: the work was challenging, the work environment was conducive and that there was training and development of employees. Majority of the employees left TKH because of career advancement, salary, long working hours and low benefits provided to them in the organization. The current employee retention strategies used in TKH included availability of appropriate resources and equipment, promotion of diversity amongst employees, positive work environment, medical benefits etc. The employees however felt that their ability to balance between work/life issues due to workload, competitive pay, flexibility of work schedule, reward and recognition, career advancement and lack of incentives needed to be addressed in order to make employees more motivated and productive in the organization. The findings of the study provided the critical success factors that could contribute to employee retention in TKH which included providing competitive pay, according trust of employees by management to make correct decisions in the workplace, giving incentives, providing training and education opportunities, provision of appropriate resources and equipment for work, recognition and reward for outstanding performance and providing flexible working hours. The results of this study also indicated that high staff turnover reduced significantly the productivity and performance of employees in the organization. From the findings of the research, the researcher recommended that the remuneration package and benefits of employees should be reviewed, employees should be recognized and acknowledged for their outstanding performance, the working schedules should be improved which should include flexible working hours and more training and educational opportunities should be provided within the organization. The organization should also develop their employees and offer career advancement so that their worth to the organization increases. Description: Master of Business Administration in Strategic Management and Human Resource Management URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3698 Files in this item: 1
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Mutuku, Ann, M. (Daystar University, June , 2015)[more][less]
Abstract: Growth in the life insurance sector has remained gradual with a penetration ratio of 1.08% leaving a huge potential of opportunities to be capitalized by the various insurance companies. Penetration of insurance in Kenya can be improved by initiatives such as innovative products, adoption of alternative distribution channels, enhanced public education and use of technology which in essence revolves around the consumers’ tastes, preferences, lifestyle and changing demands. The purpose of this study was therefore to explore the factors that influenced the consumption and market growth of life assurance among consumers. The study was carried out at Daystar University Nairobi targeting 96 postgraduate students. The research methodology employed was descriptive research design and simple random sampling was used as the sampling technique. Data was collected using questionnaires and later analyzed using SPSS version 23. The data was presented using frequency tables and figures. The study found that there was low level of awareness of life assurance and unique strategies and value propositions needed to be adopted by life assurers to increase market penetration. The respondents rated life assurance as being moderately important and although they were risk averse, they seemed to opt for other forms of risk management. The majority of the respondents lacked of awareness on significance, cost implications and reputation of insurance companies, perception towards life assurance was negative. The study recommended that there was need for concerted efforts towards education of the public on the nature, significance and benefits accrued from life assurance. Also, life assurers should develop customized products that address the specific needs of the youth basing the same on income levels, social status, segment needs, changing lifestyles and economic trends. Description: Thesis URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3294 Files in this item: 1
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Mwaura, Nancy Njeri (Daystar University, May , 2013)
[more][less]Abstract: The purpose of this study was to analyze leadership strategies employed by top 40 under 40 executives in Kenya in relation to high performance. The objectives of the study were to identify the characteristics of the young successful executives, to establish the challenges that the young executives faced and to determine the leadership strategies employed by the young successful executives to achieve high performance. The study was descriptive in approach. Sources of data included questionnaires which were the primary sources of data while secondary data included journals, books and articles. A census population of 79 young executives was involved in the study as the sample population of the top 40 under 40. The findings were analyzed through SPSS and report presented by frequency tables, chi square and cross tabulation tables. The findings show that the young executives have leadership traits similar to empirical literature. These leadership traits included being ambitious (96%), articulate (98%) and perceptive (94%). The findings indicated that the young executives faced similar challenges found in empirical literature which included; understanding changing employee values (74%), getting support from the board of directors (56%) and growing leaders within the organization (72%). The leadership strategies were also similar to empirical literature and included the use of a strategic plan (90%) and the use of soft skills such as influence (92%). On further analysis through chi square, a strong relationship was found between board support and innovation with a lamda of .64 which indicates that board support enhances innovation. The study recommends that leadership traits should be detected early so that they can be natured and developed early. Mentorship programs are recommended in order to share experiences and knowledge. The study further recommends a research on whether the success of the top 40 under 40 is long term or just a hype by the media. Description: Theses URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3167 Files in this item: 1
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Muhoza, Rachel Sematumba (Daystar University, School of Arts and Humanities, October , 2021)[more][less]
Abstract: Gender Based Violence (GBV) is a widespread global problem affecting all gender and in particular women from all sectors and backgrounds. Various approaches in response to GBV, have been employed; however, the problem persists. Without evaluation of these approaches, the problem is bound to continue. The purpose of this study was to analyze the effectiveness of the strategies used by the United Nations Population Funds in response to gender-based violence in Goma. The study was based on three objectives, namely, to determine the nature of GBV experienced and reported by women and girls in Goma, assessing the strategies used by the United Nations population funds (UNFPA), raising awareness of GBV and analyze the effectiveness of the strategies employed by UNFPA in dealing with GBV in Goma, DRC. It employed a combination of descriptive and explanatory study designs, employing qualitative methods. The study sampled 48 respondents, the data was analyzed qualitatively guided by the research objectives and presented in narrative form. The findings show that many of the women experienced all sorts of violence such as physical violence and psychological abuse. The findings strategies used by UNFPA to raise awareness were psychological and therapy healing, women empowerment, socio-economic autonomy, and reinforcement of laws and media campaigns. The study also found that although strategies used by UNFPA were successful to some extent, they failed to address traumas for all, health issues, unwanted pregnancies, unsafe abortions, rejection and divorce, Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), and death. This study recommends that war survivors should be counselled before being assimilated within the community. Future study should be done on effects of sexual violence on men and boys in the DRC. Description: MASTER OF ARTS in Diplomacy, Development, and International Security URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3896 Files in this item: 1
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Nyirarukundo, Diane (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, May , 2016)[more][less]
Abstract: The main focus of this study was to analyse the experience of using monitoring and evaluation system in service delivery among local authorities in Rwanda. The study focused on Gasabo District since it lags behind in performance as far as service delivery was concerned. The theories underpinning the study included the theory of evaluation, new public management theory and the theory of change. A descriptive survey research design was adopted. The population comprised of the sector council members. The choice of the sector council members was due to the fact that they were the people engaged in service delivery and they interacted with the people directly. The target population consisted of 180 council members from 15 sectors in Gasabo District. A sample size of 90 respondents was selected from the 15 sectors through simple random sampling. A questionnaire, key informant interview guide and focus group discussions were used to obtain primary data which was both quantitative and qualitative. Qualitative data was analyzed using SPSS version 21. Descriptive statistics were used. The findings indicated that the local government of Gasabo District had an established monitoring and evaluation system. The monitoring and evaluation system played various roles in the local government. The usefulness of the monitoring and evaluation system in Gasabo District was however hindered by various challenges. The use of monitoring and evaluation system improved service delivery in Gasabo District. The study recommended that the M&E systems in Gasabo District ought to build on existing capacities. This can be done by increasing the number of training on monitoring and evaluation. This would go a long in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the monitoring and evaluation systems. Description: Master of Arts in Monitoring and Evaluation URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3699 Files in this item: 1
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Nathalie, Malay Nzale (Daystar University, School of Business and Economics, May , 2012)[more][less]
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of the extrinsic reward systems offered to employed refugees on their productivity and motivation to work and their subsequent effect on employee commitment and retention at work in Kakuma refugee camp. The objectives of this study were to identify the existing extrinsic rewards for employed refugees in Kakuma refugee camp, determine the effect of the extrinsic rewards on their commitment and retention levels, find out their satisfaction levels with extrinsic rewards, establish the factors that influence their performance and establish strategic interventions that can be adopted to enhance productivity and commitment among employed refugees in Kakuma camp. Exploratory and descriptive designs are the research designs that were used to collect data to portray accurate information on the extrinsic rewards implemented in Kakuma Camp. The research instruments which facilitated the collection of data were questionnaires and interview schedules. The sampling procedure relevant in this study to achieve the objectives in the most effective and efficient manner were purposive sampling and random sampling. Data was coded and entered into Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). The findings of this study reveal that the extrinsic reward received by employed refugee as salary was incentive, thus monetary reward. Though the majority of the respondents did not recognize non-monetary rewards offered by the employer such as trainings, bicycles, food, days off, and parties at the end of year, some organizations offered those rewards to their employees. The findings showed that commitment and motivation of employees were influenced by the extrinsic rewards, while, satisfaction level and productivity were largely affected. The findings also displayed factors such as performance appraisals, salary and benefits surveys influenced their performance that led to poor productivity. Reward system therefore was among the main factors that influenced employee refugees’ productivity. Basing on the research findings, the study has recommended the development of a reward system that aligns job performance with the rewards while ensuring that both monetary and non monetary rewards are offered to employed refugees. Moreover, the rewards system should value employees’ qualification, job performance and length of service in order to yield motivation and increased job productivity Description: Master of Business Administration in Strategic Management and Human Resource Management URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3481 Files in this item: 1
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Musyoka, Linet (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, October , 2020)
[more][less]Abstract: The purpose of the study was to identify and analyze Kenya National Highway Authority (KeNHA)’s staff perceptions on monitoring and evaluation as a measurement tool with a view to establish what constituted the perceptions. Its objectives were to; analyze KeNHA’s staff perceptions on M&E as a tool for effective project implementation, examine the basis for staff perceptions on M&E and explore how staff perceptions on M&E tool influenced effective project implementation at KeNHA. The study employed a descriptive research design and targeted the staff at KeNHA in Nairobi region. Simple random sampling was used to sample 125 respondents for the study. Both qualitative and quantitative approaches were used. Questionnaires and in-depth interview schedules were used for data collection. Analysis of data was then done using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 22. The study found out that the staff at KeNHA were aware of M&E. This was confirmed by findings that showed that 100% (90) of the respondents said M&E was about ensuring the most effective and efficient use of resources. Furthermore, 96% (86) reported that their basis for perceptions on M&E was their past experiences, 92% (83) indicated their basis was the culture at KeNHA, 88% (79) on personal and organizational expectation, while 74% (67) indicated that the M&E skill influenced their perception. The study concluded that staff perception at KeNHA provided a way of assessing the important relationship between project implementers and beneficiaries on the ground and decision makers. The study recommended that KeNHA need to cultivate a positive M&E culture and also engage the staff more in all stages of program implementation to inculcate a sense of ownership. Description: Master of Arts in Monitoring and Evaluation URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3359 Files in this item: 1
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Wahome, Caroline (Daystar University, School of Communication, October , 2020)
[more][less]Abstract: This study analysed the representation of children's issues in Kenya’s print media, focusing on Nation Newspaper for the year 2016. The objectives of the study were to evaluate the frequency given to children’s issues reporting, assess children’s stories that received more coverage over others in the Nation Newspaper, and evaluate how frequent children were quoted in stories that were about them in the Nation Newspaper in 2016. The research used agenda setting and framing theory. The study used content analysis to collect data which enabled a direct look at key issues relating to how the issues of children were represented in news via print media. The research findings revealed that children issues were given more prominence and frequent in the months when the schools were in session, that is, January to March, May to July and September to November. From the findings, education issues received the most coverage of all the newspaper articles that were analysed at 40.4%. The study revealed low frequency of children as source of information since only 11.5% of all the stories analysed had quotes from children. The study concluded that the frequency given to children issues reporting was periodical-high when the schools were in session compared to when the children were on school holiday. The study recommends journalists to undertake a personal responsibility of regularly doing well researched feature stories focusing on children. Further comparative study could be done to establish differences in the coverage patterns of children stories in other newspapers in Kenya. Description: Master of Arts in Communication URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3346 Files in this item: 1
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Kiptoo, Sarah J. (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, October , 2018)[more][less]
Abstract: Monitoring and evaluation (M&E) plays a vital role in customer satisfaction in the banking industry. This is because M&E guides banks come up with clear objectives and indicators to manage and track the degree of customer satisfaction. Therefore, this study analyzed how Commercial Bank of Africa could utilize M&E in their customer satisfaction management. Its objectives were to analyze the structures and measures that had been put in place by CBA for the purpose of customer satisfaction, examine the utility value of M&E in customer satisfaction at CBA, explore the challenges faced by CBA in its customer satisfaction management and recommend interventions for utilization of M&E for any gaps identified in this study. The study targeted the management team, staff and customers of CBA Kenya. Questionnaires were used in data collection and the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 20 was used in data analysis. Findings showed that description of the indicators/variables of customer satisfaction, specification of information requirements, identification of sources of information, determination of the findings and reporting of findings were among the measures in place for the purpose of customer satisfaction. Some of the challenges faced in customer satisfaction management included employees working long hours which led to fatigue, uncooperative colleagues, policy and procedure limitations, customer management and pricing issues against industry, tailor making customer financial solutions which were very diverse and forex point being a problem to many customers. This study concluded that there were measures in place at CBA for the purpose of customer satisfaction management but were not fully implemented. The study recommended that in order to improve customer satisfaction, the bank should ensure that all the measures necessary for customer satisfaction management are put place, fully implemented and that organizations should put in place more practical measures and structures for customer satisfaction management in order to realize improved customer satisfaction. Description: Master of Arts in Monitoring and Evaluation URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3410 Files in this item: 1
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Wangui, Leah Karani (Daystar University School of Arts and Social Sciences, October , 2022)[more][less]
Abstract: The study analyzed the role of uniformed National Police Service women in Counterterrorism in Kenya. It was informed by the gradual growth of uniformed police women’s integration in counterterrorism to bring into implementation a defined reality. The empowering of uniformed police women to be critical players in counterterrorism portrayed the improvement of the Police reforms enacted by the Government of Kenya. The study had three objectives: to analyze the initiatives of the National Police Service to integrate women in counterterrorism; secondly, to examine the extent uniformed police women were involved in counterterrorism; and thirdly, to analyze the efficacy of the approaches in ensuring the role of uniformed police women in counterterrorism. Moreover, the research is supported by liberal feminism theory that aims to work on a mainstream framework to incorporate women into the legal and political spaces by understanding and deconstructing the social order. It uncovered the realities of the lack of uniformed police women and, therefore, opted for affirmative actions on structural change through proper legislation. The research design appropriate for the study was a qualitative explanatory design informed by the contribution of key informants from the Anti-Terrorism Police Unit of the National Police Service. Ultimately, these respondents attained various points of view that were beneficial for this research, hence, diversifying the experiences and demands of the uniformed police women and men in counterterrorism scopes. Based on the findings, uniformed police women were not prioritized in attaining roles based on their sex but rank and qualifications. Description: MASTER OF ARTS In Diplomacy, Development, and International Security URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/4088 Files in this item: 1
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Mwangi, Susan Wanja (Daystar University, School of Communication, November , 2021)[more][less]
Abstract: This study focused on community radio in Kenya with an emphasis on the changing nature of community access and participation due to the integration of information and communication technologies (ICTs) in community radio broadcasting. The objectives of the study were to determine how the internet and mobile phones are incorporated into community radio stations, examine the role of ICTs in promoting community participation through the decision making and content production in community radio, and investigate the extent to which ICTs enhance community access to community radio stations. This study was premised upon the domestication theory, the participatory culture model, and Fraser’s (1990) notion of alternative public sphere. It adopted a multiple case study design with the use of in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, document review, and observation for data collection. The findings showed that the radio stations under study, that is, Amani FM, Bus Radio FM, and Kangema RANET FM, demonstrated that they had adapted digital technologies, although the community members did not fully participate in the decision-making process of the stations. The ICTs helped them improve the quality of the radio stations’ programmes, gather news and information, interact with their audiences, and communicate with their sponsors and donors at a greater scale. However, most of the participants still preferred to listen to radio programmes through traditional radio instead of using the internet, social media, or mobile phones. This study recommends that when integrating community radio with ICTs, the needs, perceptions, and expectations of the community radio station and potential challenges that this integration may bring to the community around it should be considered. The access of the community to the ICTs and their level of digital literacy should also be considered. Description: Doctor of Philosophy in Communication URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3962 Files in this item: 1
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Matete, O. George (Daystar University, School of Business and Economics, May , 2014)[more][less]
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to assess the effect of total quality management principles on business performance with focus on Kenya Ports Authority. In doing so the study was guided by the following objectives : to identify the TQM principles used, to assess TQM principles influence on business performance and to determine the challenges in the implementation of TQM. The literature review focussed on the concept of quality by assessing the various definitions and views of numerous authors. A general framework of what quality was all about was discussed under the elements of quality and the eight principles of TQM and business performance. A population of 150 management staff was used for the study and primary data for the research was collected using a structured questionnaire which comprised both closed-ended and open-ended questions. As far as the TQM principles were being implemented effectively within the organization, 35(29.17%) of the respondents pointed at top management support, 15(12.5%) cited employee involvement, while 5(4.17%) mentioned process approach and 4(3.33%) mentioned systems approach. One of the recommendations of this study was for KPA to build trust amongst the staff so as to improve team work. This would enhance productivity and also improve upon employee involvement which is a key TQM principle. The findings indicated that about 44.2% of the respondents were nearing the retiring age of 60 while 21.7 % had attained secondary level education. In terms of the impact of TQM on businesss performance,18.2% agreed that the volume of business had increased in the last two years compared to those previous years.. The study recommends that since production cost was high which contributes to high pricing of KPA’s services there is the need for the company to diversify its key portfolio in order to spread the overhead cost to reduce the unit cost of services as quality management practice. Description: Master of Business Administration in Strategic Management URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3501 Files in this item: 1
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Mwendwa, Janet M. (Daystar University, School of Communication, May , 2016)[more][less]
Abstract: This study sought to assess behaviour change interventions through use of peer edutainment on urban youth in schools. The objectives of the study were to find out the popularity of edutainment forms, reasons for the popularity and the health messages the audience could recall from the presentations. The edutainment forms assessed during this study included drama, music, debates and poetry. The study population was 3,000 high school students and data was collected from a sample size of 66 students from eight schools using focus group discussions. The researcher used manual analysis of the data through transcribing, reduction, coding, and interpretation and drawing of conclusions from the data. The findings of the research revealed that music was most favoured by participants in line with the components of social learning theory with 44.9% of the respondents agreeing that music was most effective in capturing attention, retaining messages and reproduction of modelled behaviour. The reasons for and against the popularity revolved around the entertainment, participatory and dialogic aspects of the peer edutainment forms which were depicted through lyrics, imagery and language. The findings further showed that 38.8% of the respondents posited that the high entertainment value in drama promoted retention of messages. The research also revealed that the respondents could easily recall messages delivered through music and poetry. The findings pointed out that 82% of the respondents had been positively influenced by HIV and AIDS BCC peer edutainment messages and 71.4% were willing to abstain from sex till marriage following their exposure to health messages delivered, which confirmed edutainment as a popular and a successful means of communicating health messages to the youth in urban schools. This may or may not be the case in rural setting and so a comparative study is recommended for youth in rural schools. Description: Master of Arts in Communication URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3700 Files in this item: 1
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Okwirry, Monica (Daystar University School of Human and Social Sciences, October , 2022)[more][less]
Abstract: The purpose of the study was to assess the challenges of accessing safe water and their effects on the quality of life of urban communities in Kenya using residents of Tyson Estate in Nairobi County as a case study. Malthusian theory of population and supply induced scarcity theory constituted the theoretical frameworks that guided the study. This study utilized correlation research design. The target population was 300 households that reside in Tyson Estate. A stratified sample of 108 households was selected. Data was collected using structured questionnaires and key informant interview guides. Quantitative data was analyzed using correlation and regression techniques while qualitative data was analyzed using thematic content analysis technique. Results showed that water access challenges significantly explained 14.4% of the variance in respondents’ quality of life, R2=.144, F (3) =3.075, p<.05, although only water affordability challenges had a statistically significant predictive influence on quality of life (B=.252, p<.05). Interview results revealed that challenges of water access varied from one crescent to another. The study concluded that water access challenges had a general adverse effect on the quality of life of urban communities in Kenya. The study has empirically demonstrated that challenges of accessing safe water is a quality-of-life issue among urban communities in Kenya. Nairobi Water and Sewerage Company should prioritize reforms that enhance piped water reliability as a matter of priority. This may necessitate structural investments in water reservoirs and conservancies to ensure volume levels that cope with urban growth is maintained. Description: MASTER OF ARTS in Community Development URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/4089 Files in this item: 1
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Onyango, Desmond Junior (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, October , 2021)[more][less]
Abstract: Despite Community forestry being emphasized in different parts of the world, measures to ensure its sustainability beyond the implementation period is proving to be a challenge. Similarly, several community forestry programmes have and continue to be implemented in various countries with varying degrees of success and failure in intended program outcomes. This study sought to assess constraints to sustainable community forestry programmes using Karura Community Forest Association in Nairobi County as reference point. The study adopted a descriptive research design. Stratified random sampling was adopted to select members of the community forestry association who responded to the study questionnaires while purposive sampling was used in selecting key informants from other stakeholders. A sample size of 109 respondents obtained from two groups; Friends of Karura CFA Members and relevant government Agencies was used for data collection. Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) version 26 was used for data analysis. Findings indicated that 73(81.1%) of the respondents agreed that there is need to address forest/ ecological degradation in the country, 15(16.7%) were on ecological degradation, 2(2.2%) were of the contrary opinion and 79(87.8%) of the respondents agreed that the creation of enabling policies and legislations are pivotal in protecting the environment, and sustainable funding to facilitate sustainability programmes, while 11(12.2%) were neutral on the statement. In view of this, the study recommends that project initiators to collaborate and provide involvement opportunities for community members since their participation is instrumental in finding solutions necessary for supporting and implementing sustainable community forestry programmes. Description: Master of Arts n Monitoring and Evaluation URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3884 Files in this item: 1
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Makory, Arthur Peter (Daystar University, School of Business and Economics, May , 2012)[more][less]
Abstract: Speculation and shortages of commodities is one of the biggest challenges facing the Kenyan economy. This has therefore resulted in a change in behavior by many consumers as a result of this imminent shortage and speculation. The main objectives of this study were, to establish the reaction of consumers when there was speculation that there would be a shortage of commodities, to differentiate the buying behavior of consumers in Umoja and Kibera on speculation and shortages of commodities, and lastly to determine the factors that influenced the decision making of consumers. This consumer behavior study was aimed at helping the government and the various stakeholders in the economy to better understand the behavior of consumers under these harsh circumstances. The key findings of the research showed that any speculation about an imminent shortage of commodities in the economy was bound to spark reaction from consumers in the market. When there was speculation that price of a commodity would go up consumers who earned between Ksh.25, 000 to Ksh. 250,000 would buy commodities in large quantities as compared to those who earned below Ksh. 20,000. This is because they had more disposable income compared to those earning below Ksh. 20,000. Lastly, price played a big role when it came to decision making on the purchase of a commodity. From the findings of the research, the researcher recommended that speculation should be avoided as it can make a bad situation worse. When there is looming shortage of commodities it is appropriate for consumers not to resort to panic buying as it will create a crisis because the scarce commodity will be bought in large quantities and this will result in prolonged shortage of the commodity. Description: Master of Business Administration in Marketing URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3701 Files in this item: 1
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Makory, Arthur Peter (Daystar University, May , 2012)
[more][less]Abstract: Speculation and shortages of commodities is one of the biggest challenges facing the Kenyan economy. This has therefore resulted in a change in behavior by many consumers as a result of this imminent shortage and speculation. The main objectives of this study were, to establish the reaction of consumers when there was speculation that there would be a shortage of commodities, to differentiate the buying behavior of consumers in Umoja and Kibera on speculation and shortages of commodities, and lastly to determine the factors that influenced the decision making of consumers. This consumer behavior study was aimed at helping the government and the various stakeholders in the economy to better understand the behavior of consumers under these harsh circumstances. The key findings of the research showed that any speculation about an imminent shortage of commodities in the economy was bound to spark reaction from consumers in the market. When there was speculation that price of a commodity would go up consumers who earned between Ksh.25, 000 to Ksh. 250,000 would buy commodities in large quantities as compared to those who earned below Ksh. 20,000. This is because they had more disposable income compared to those earning below Ksh. 20,000. Lastly, price played a big role when it came to decision making on the purchase of a commodity. From the findings of the research, the researcher recommended that speculation should be avoided as it can make a bad situation worse. When there is looming shortage of commodities it is appropriate for consumers not to resort to panic buying as it will create a crisis because the scarce commodity will be bought in large quantities and this will result in prolonged shortage of the commodity. URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/2994 Files in this item: 1
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Muchiri, Florence M (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, November , 2021)[more][less]
Abstract: This study assessed socio-economic effects of micro-finance loans on the wellbeing of women in informal settlements in Kenya, focusing on Kiganjo in Kiambu County as a case study. The study specifically sought to examine the effects of loans on household wellbeing among women, analyze the effects of loans from the micro-finance institutions on the growth of the business, examine the challenges of utilizing loans from MFIs, and recommend strategies for improving the utilization of borrowed funds. The study adopted a descriptive research design, which enabled the researcher to describe the contribution of MFI’s in improving the wellbeing of women from informal settlements. The study targeted 300 women who had borrowed and repaid their loans since 2014. The sample size was 99 respondents comprising of 91 women borrowers and 8 key informants. Data was collected through questionnaires, key informant interview guides, and focus group discussions. Collected data was analysed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 21.0 and the findings were presented in form of tables, graphs and charts. The study finding showed that loans significantly improved households’ wellbeing by enabling them to cater for their family needs, such as buying of food, clothing, and payment of school fees for their children. The findings further indicated that loans helped majority of women in informal settlements to boost and grow their business. The study noted that some of the challenges experienced in loan utilization could be addressed by reduced interest rates from MFIs, sufficient funding, and providing training programs in entrepreneurship and financial management to women groups in the informal settlements. The study recommends that MFIs should offer sufficient funding and closely work with the regulator to offer reduced interest rates. Description: Master of Arts in Community Development URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3883 Files in this item: 1
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