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Organization change and performance of unga farm care Limited in nairobi city county, kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2026-11) onyango, Irene achieng
Organization change and performance of unga farm care Limited in nairobi city county, kenya.
Irene achieng onyango
In kenya, unga farm care limited has played a significant role in determining the Effectiveness of rearing livestock within the country, hence causing high competition Among other producing companies. The high competition for quality, affordable, and easily Accessible animal feeds is due to the more affordable imports from the neighboring east African countries, as well as european and asian countries. Despite the significant impact That organizational change can have on the company’s performance, unga farm care Limited has not fully addressed these changes; stagnating the performance of the sector over the recent years. Addressing these changes can improve organizational performance By optimizing productivity, revenue growth, market share, clientele growth, and highquality Products and services. Thus, this study sought to look into organizational change And how it affects the performance of unga farm care which is based in nairobi city County, kenya. Further, the study aimed to investigate the impact of organizational Leadership style, organizational culture, technological advancement, employee attitude, and Market conditions on the performance of unga farm care. The research was grounded on Dynamic theory, the resource-based theory, , theory of organizational change, and kotter’s 8-step model. A descriptive research design was adopted as it described the Characteristics/behavior of the study population. A population of 283 was used and a Sample size of 165 employees was obtained utilizing stratified random sampling. The Employees were recruited from the eight different departments as well as the various Organizational levels i.e., from top management to support staff in unga farm care. A Semi-structured questionnaire was utilized to gather data and content validity was utilized By the researcher to assess the instrument's correctness. A pilot study was carried out and 8 respondents making up 5% of the sample size was used to verify the validity, reliability, And suitability of the instrument in this study. This study assessed the outcomes of the Reliability coefficient using cronbach's alpha. Regression analysis was employed in data Analysis to predict the effects of organizational change on the various variables that were
Examined. The study found that organizational leadership style has a positive and Significant effect on the performance of unga farm care limited. In addition, the research Established that organizational culture has a positive and significant effect on performance Of unga farm care limited. Furthermore, the study established that technological Advancement has a positive and significant effect on performance of unga farm care Limited. Moreover, the research found that employee attitude has a positive and significant Effect on performance of unga farm care limited farm care limited. The study Recommended that unga farm care limited strengthens its organizational leadership style By cultivating deeper empathy and improving responsiveness to employee needs. Additionally, the study recommends that unga farm care limited continues to build a Positive organizational culture by investing in employee empowerment initiatives. Further, The study recommends that unga farm care limited sustains and advances its Technological capabilities by investing in system automation, ensuring regular updates and Robust it security
Sanitary provision and compliance with containment measures in Eldoret markets during the covid-19 pandemic, Uasin Gishu County Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2026-08) Jepkorir, Kemboi Faith
Markets play a vital role in developing countries by providing affordable food and serving as key economic hubs. However, their role as public spaces also poses public health risks, particularly during disease outbreaks. This study examined markets in Eldoret, assessing sanitary conditions, Covid-19 compliance, and the extent to which market planning aligns with public health standards, with the goal of identifying areas for improvement to safeguard both traders and customers. A descriptive cross-sectional research design was used, integrating both quantitative and qualitative methods. Data was collected through structured questionnaires from 282 traders, selected using stratified random sampling from three major markets in Eldoret: Main, Municipal, and West Markets. Key informant interviews were also conducted with relevant stakeholders. Quantitative data was analysed using descriptive statistics, likelihood ratio tests, and logistic regression. Results were presented in tables and figures. Qualitative data were analysed thematically to incorporate stakeholder perspectives. Findings indicated that water supply was generally reliable in all markets, toilet and urinal facilities were considered fairly adequate, while showers were notably inadequate in the West Market. Handwashing at entry points and face mask usage were common, but hand sanitizer use was limited, fumigation was infrequent, indicating non-compliance with Covid-19 measures. Temperature checks were rarely conducted, and social distancing proved challenging due congestion, raising concerns about the potential spread of Covid-19. Therefore, compliance with Covid-19 measures was low. The Lack of testing and the predominant use of cash transactions heightened the risk, emphasizing the need for increased adherence to safety measures. Market planning also emerged as a critical issue. While the Municipal and Main market had better security and lighting, the West Market lacked these basic provisions. The overall lack of planning to ensure public health, coupled with market congestion that made social distancing not tenable, highlighted the necessity for strategic interventions. The study concludes that sanitary provision and compliance during the pandemic was suboptimal, and market planning only partially met public health standards. The study recommends infrastructure improvement particularly showers and drainage systems in the West Market, and routine maintenance. To enhance Covid-19 containment, stricter enforcement of hygiene protocols is required, including consistent use of hand sanitizers, regular fumigation, temperature screening, and a shift from cash transactions to mobile money. In relation to market planning, the study calls for increased budgetary allocation by the Uasin Gishu County Government to support public health-oriented improvements. This includes the adoption of flexible design principles in future market development, expansion of parking areas, and reorganize layouts to allow adequate spacing. These measures aim to make Eldoret’s markets cleaner, safer, and more resilient to future public health challenges
Role of Kenyan Media in Public Diplomacy Activities in Somalia, 2011–2022
(Kenyatta University, 2025-09) Madowo, Jacqueline
The general objective of this study was to examine the role of Kenyan media in promoting public diplomacy activities in Somalia from 2011 to 2022. The specific objectives were to assess how media coverage was utilized to carry out Kenya's public diplomacy activities in Somalia, to analyze the influence of media coverage on perceptions of these activities and to evaluate the effectiveness of media strategies employed by Kenya in advancing its public diplomacy objectives during this period. Guided by Agenda-Setting and Soft Power Theories, the study adopted a descriptive survey research design, focusing on public diplomacy activities in Somalia. The population included journalists, policymakers, diplomats and media professionals involved in reporting on or shaping public perceptions of Kenya's engagement in Somalia. A sample of 22 participants was selected through purposive sampling based on their expertise. Data was collected via in-depth interviews and document analysis of reports and media coverage. Thematic analysis was applied to qualitative data, while statistical analysis was used for quantitative content analysis. Findings were presented narratively, providing a nuanced understanding of the interplay between media coverage and public diplomacy. The study revealed that Kenya maintained a strong diplomatic presence, contributing to regional stability through security and development support. Media coverage was extensive, often positive, but included criticisms. Kenyan media significantly shaped public opinion on Kenya’s military intervention in Somalia, with framing impacting Kenya’s image positively or negatively. However, media strategies’ effectiveness was mixed due to infrastructure challenges and low literacy levels in Somalia, limiting reach. Recommendations include fostering inclusive development assistance, enhancing media engagement strategies and investing in digital infrastructure to expand access and influence in Somalia
A Morpho-Phonological Analysis of Borrowed Nouns from Luganda to Kupsabiny
(Kenyatta University, 2025-11) Cherop, Kapkwomu Charles
In linguistics, borrowing is significantly used to enrich languages. In the case of Luganda, an established Bantu language spoken in Uganda, existing studies reveal that loanwords have been a major source of vocabulary expansion in Kupsabiny, a Southern Nilotic language spoken in Uganda. However, limited research has been identified dealing with the analysis on morpho-phonological patterns exhibited by borrowed words. This study therefore focuses on a morphophonological analysis of borrowed nouns by Kupsabiny from Luganda. These are two different languages belonging to two different linguistic families. The following objectives guide the study: to examine morphological patterns exhibited by borrowed nouns in Kupsabiny from Luganda in Kapchorwa District, explore phonological patterns exhibited by borrowed nouns in Kupsabiny from Luganda in Kapchorwa District, and determine the process of morphophonology engaged in the adaptation of nouns borrowed in Kupsabiny from Luganda in Kapchorwa District. The study collected qualitative data using a descriptive research design through semi-structured interviews and focus group discussions, with the aid of an interview schedule and audio tape recorder. Optimality Theory (OT) developed by Kager (1999) was adopted for data analysis. The population targeted was native speakers of the Kupsabiny language within the municipality of Kapchorwa district estimated at 12,399 in number. A purposive sampling procedure was used to settle on a sample size of 50 informants. This was a reasonable number to collect qualitative data for the study. the findings reveal that Luganda borrowed nouns undergo morphological changes to conform to Kupsabiny's noun class system. Additionally, Luganda's borrowed nouns syllable structures and phonemes are modified to align with Kupsabiny's phonotactic constraints. Additionally, the morphophonological modifications applied to Luganda borrowed nouns are essential for maintaining linguistic coherence and intelligibility within Kupsabiny. The findings are intended to shed light on the linguistic dynamics in language contact and adaptation. The findings are also relevant to linguistics enthusiasts, language researchers, and those interested in the intricate workings of language borrowing and language change. The findings therefore seek to contribute to both empirical understandings of language borrowing and adaptation
Change Management and Performance of Kenya Highlands Sacco Limited in Kericho County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2025-10) Nyamao, Peninah Moraa
In the fast-paced, customer-focused economy of today, performance has become an essential component for businesses. The majority of shareholders blame savings and credit cooperative society change management practices for the inability of many deposit-taking savings and credit cooperative society to pay dividends, grow their market share, meet operating costs, or enter new markets. Following its designation as the most improved organization to receive a major prize, Kenya Highlands Deposit Taking Sacco has maintained its winning streak across the country. The Sacco's leadership and management commitment to sound corporate governance is demonstrated by the fact that it has regularly placed highly in governance awards. But after their operating environment changed, Kenya Highlands Sacco Limited encountered a number of problems. Therefore, this study evaluated change management on performance of Kenya Highlands Sacco Limited in Kericho County, Kenya. The study specific objective focused on assessment of technology adoption, training and development, continuous improvement and organizational structure on performance the savings and credit cooperative society. Kurt Lewin's model, human capital theory, diffusion of innovation, and the balance score card model served as the study's guiding principles. A descriptive research design was implemented for this study. The target population consisted of ten managers and eighty other workers from Kenya Highlands Sacco Limited in Kericho County, Kenya. A census of 99 respondents was done. The sample size was 99 respondents. A semi-structured questionnaire was used. The pilot study involved 10 respondents which was conducted at the Kabianga branch. The Cronbach's alpha test was used to evaluate reliability and the study achieved an alpha value of 0.778. The content validity was utilized to measure validity. Data was analysed using descriptive statistics and inferential statistics such as correlation analysis and regressions analysis methods. The study discovered that Kenya Highlands Sacco Limited's performance in Kericho County, Kenya, was significantly impacted by the adoption of technology, training and development, continuous improvement, and organizational structure. The study comes to the conclusion that by putting technology solutions in place, businesses can automate tedious jobs, improve workflow, and get rid of manual errors. Programs for employee training and development assist staff members in gaining new competencies necessary for their positions. Within the company, inefficiencies and waste can be found and removed with the aid of continuous improvement. An effective organizational structure helps to clarify roles and responsibilities within the organization, reducing confusion and duplication of efforts. The study recommends that the savings and credit cooperative society can improve its performance by investing in the latest technological tools and systems that can enhance workflows, boost productivity, and encourage creativity within the organization. The savings and credit cooperative society can enhance training and development programs by incorporating technology which includes using online learning platforms, virtual reality simulations, and mobile applications to deliver training materials. The savings and credit cooperative society can enhance the continuous improvement process and boost an organization's efficacy by establishing consistent performance assessments and feedback mechanisms. The savings and credit cooperative society should outline reporting relationships and decision-making processes so that employees are able to work together more effectively towards common goals. The study suggests that additional research should be conducted, focusing on factors that were not addressed in the study.