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Effect of Resource Planning on Performance of Road Projects Funded by Bomet County Government, Kenya
(Research Publish Journals, 2024) Kirui, David Kipkemoi; Chege, Perris
The integration of economic development needs with the enhancement of residents' quality of life is
essential and can be achieved through infrastructure initiatives, particularly in road construction. In Bomet
County, a significant portion of the population experiences insufficient access to roadways. Commonly identified
issues affecting the road sector's performance in Bomet County include mismanagement of funds, project delays,
and subpar service delivery to road users, despite the substantial financial resources provided by the government
in its various budgets. This study employed a descriptive research methodology. The target population consisted of
203 employees, which included five county officials from the County Roads, Public Works, and Transport
Department, fifty-two project managers, and fourteen members of the project management committee. A total of
52 projects were utilized to randomly select 112 respondents through stratified sampling. This group comprised
project managers, project management committee members, and county officials from the Department of Roads,
Public Works, and Transportation. Primary data was collected using questionnaires designed in a semi-structured
format. The research yielded both qualitative and quantitative findings. The validity and reliability of the research
instrument were evaluated through pilot testing. Descriptive statistics were applied to analyze the quantitative
data, which was encoded and entered into SPSS (Version 24), while the qualitative data were examined
thematically. Additionally, a regression analysis was performed to determine the correlation between the
dependent variable and the independent variables. The results are presented through tables, charts, and graphs.
Various ethical considerations were meticulously assessed throughout the experiment to ensure the reliability of
the results. The correlation analysis indicated a robust and statistically significant positive relationship (r=0.650,
p=0.000) between resource planning and the success of road projects. The study recommends that Bomet County
Government should make sure that the roads projects in the County have the funding the funding complete them.
The county administration should use rigorous resource management procedures to guarantee the effective
execution of road development projects.
Udhihirikaji wa Viambajengo Katizwa Katika Lugha ya Kiswahili
(2024) Lucas, Priscah Katunge; Mwita,Leonard Chacha
Makala hii inachunguza udhihirikaji wa viambajengo katizwa katika Kiswahili. Viambajengo katizwa ni elementi za neno au kishazi ambazo hazipatikani katika usanjari mmoja kwa sababu elementi kutoka mofu au kirai kingine zimeingilia kati (Reinholtz, 1999). Hili hutokea wakati mofu kadhaa za kiambajengo kimoja zimetengwa au maneno kadhaa ya kirai kimoja yametengwa. Kwa mfano: “Rais alizungumza, bila shaka, juu ya siasa.” Katika sentensi hii, kitenzi na kielezi chake vilitengwa na taarifa nyingine. Nadharia ya Sarufi Miundo Virai Katizwa iliyozungumziwa na Harman (1963) iliongoza utafiti huu. Data ya makala hii ilikusanywa nyanjani ambapo wataalamu wa lugha ya Kiswahili walihojiwa kuhusu usahihi wa sentensi katizwa na hata kusaidia kuzalisha zingine. Mbinu ya usampulishaji wa kimaksudi ilitumika katika uteuzi wa sampuli. Data ya utafiti huu ilibaini aina mbili kuu za virai katizwa. Ilibainika kuwa viambajengo katizwa husababishwa na ukanushi wa baadhi ya vitenzi, ukanushi maradufu, njeo vishazi tegemezi na vishazi viongezi. Tafiti zingine zinaweza kufanywa kuhusu udhihirikaji wa viambajengo katizwa katika aina nyingine ya kirai kama vile kirai kihusishi au kirai kivumishi katika lugha ya Kiswahili au lugha nyingine
Strategic Agility and Performance of Private Universities in Nairobi City County, Kenya
(Strategic Journals, 2024-08) Ndirangu, Lilian Waithera; Kiiru, David
The intent of this research was to examine the impact of strategic agility on the performance of private
universities in Nairobi City County, Kenya. Specifically the research sought to investigate the impact of human
resource agility, information technology agility, research and development agility as well as marketing
agility on the performance. The study theoretical foundation is dynamic capability theory, resource based
view theory contingency theory and ambidexterity theory. The research employed a descriptive research
design and data was gathered through the use of questionnaires that were distrubuted to a total of 104
respondents that was chosen from a target population of 26 private universities. Inferential and descriptive
analysis was carried out. Data was analyzed using multiple regression analysis and findings were displayed
through charts and tables. The study's results reveal that human resource agility, information and technology
agility, research and development agility and marketing agility had a significant positive influence on the
performance of private universities in Nairobi City County, Kenya. The research concludes that a flexible
approach to managing human resources helps universities quickly adjust to changes in education.
Information and technology agility enables these institutions to streamline their operations. Research and
development flexibility is crucial for private universities in Nairobi, Kenya and helps them adapt to market
demands and technological advancements. The research recommends that Universities should focus on
investing in continuous training and development programs for staff members can help them stay updated
with the latest trends and technologies in the education sector. Universities should seek for the
implementation of advanced technology systems. Universities should focus on investing in state-of-the-art
facilities and equipment that enable researchers to conduct cutting-edge studies and experiments. The
private universities in Nairobi City County should invest in digital marketing techniques.
Inclusive Governance onConflict Management,Marsabit County Kenya
(International Journal of Current Aspects,, 2024) Abudho, James Ibrae; Moi, Edna Jemutai
Inclusive constitution-building methods promote interactions between elites and constituents and ensure public and elite legitimacy for the constitutional settlement. The functions and obligations of clan heads have changed significantly over time. Many ofthe clan chiefs have had to find new ways to lead their people while staying true to their roots. To effectively address the governance and development difficulties facing our country, we must actively include clan leaders, and we urge the government and other development actors to do so. The aim of the study was to investigate inclusive governance in conflict management at Marsabit County in Kenya. This study adopted a case studyresearch method utilizing a case study research design. Qualitative and quantitative data and research methods were used in this study. The study’s primary focus was on all citizens residing in Marsabit County as the study’s target population. The study adopted purposive sampling to pick interviewees for the pilot study, questionnaire and interview guide/schedule. Descriptive analysis was used on primary and secondary data collected vide the questionnaire. Content analysis was used in the investigation. The study concluded that inadequate composition and participation of clan representations leads to poor inclusive governance; effective stakeholder decision-making processes are positive ingredients for inclusive governance and solid conflict management; poor and unfair resource distribution is an ignition for further conflicts in Marsabit County, and therefore, it may not lead to inclusive governance for effective conflict management. The study recommended the need to integrate community and clan leadership in core areas of security management, stop any planned conflicts that may involve armed groups with unrecorded or unauthorized firearms, ensure equitable and fair distribution of resources. Furthermore, there is need to effective and amicable inclusion of the stakeholders and other global funders in the conflict decision making process and ensuring fairness/impartiality in the whole processes is useful
Analysis of Boundary Layer Flow Second-Grade Hybrid Nanofluid Subject to Lorentz Force
(International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science (IJRIAS), 2024) Chege, Stephen Njoroge; Wafula, Maurine
The suspension of nanoparticles in a fluid has been a sure way of steadily improving fluid behaviour. A
further improvement in the fluid behaviour is achieved by the suspension of two dissimilar nanoparticles in
a base fluid. This study analyses the boundary layer flow of second-grade hybrid nanofluid subject to
Lorentz force. By considering Titanium Oxide and Molybdenum disulfide nanoparticles, due to their great
lubricating and efficient heat transfer properties, the governing non-linear equations are formulated and
rendered dimensionless with the help of similarity variables. The resulting boundary condition equations are
transformed to initial condition equations by use of shooting technique and numerically solved by 4th-order
Runge Kutta method in MATLAB bvp4c. It is noted that the fluid’s velocity profile increases with the
increase in volume fraction and fluctuates with increasing fluid parameters and magnetic strength. The
temperature profile grows with the Prandtl number and magnetic field and decreases with the increase in
volume fraction and the second-grade fluid parameter.