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Strategic Management Practices and Strategic Performance of Residential Construction in Nairobi City County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2025-11) Kanini, Elizabeth Mumbi
Despite ongoing efforts, Building projects for public housing in Nairobi City County, Kenya frequently fail to meet strategic objectives. This study investigates how strategic management practices affect project performance. Using Decision Theory, Resource-BasedView Theory, and Stakeholder Theory, the study investigates how public entities make strategic decisions in planning, resource allocation, and contract selection. It investigates how projects can successfully leverage their unique resources and capabilities while taking stakeholder needs into account. The overall goal intends to assess how strategic management techniques affect public residential construction performance. The research will assess the impact of strategic planning treats that are informed by decision-theory principles on project success, resource scheduling as per the resource-based view is helpful for project outcome, stakeholder-oriented strategic funding leads to project results, effective communications through the project life cycle attribute to performance, and control and assessment practices are related to project performance and accountability to stakeholders. The study shall use a descriptive research design with a stratified random sampling technique and will include 145 participants from different public residential construction projects. The scope of the study will include those involved in project implementation such as strategic managers, supervisors, engineers, and contractors. Data collection will be done through questionnaires, and a pilot study will be conducted for validity and reliability. The study shall use a descriptive research design with stratified random sampling technique involving 145 respondents drawn from different public residential construction projects. These will include strategic managers, supervisors, engineers, and contractors. Data will be collected by questionnaire, a pilot study will be carried out for validity and reliability. Following with data cleaning and coding, quantitative data analysis will be conducted using SPSS software. Information will be outlined via summary statistics (frequency, proportion, average, and dispersion). A multivariable regression framework will evaluate the link between strategic administration methods (predictor variables) and project success (outcome variable). The findings will be displayed in tabular and graphical formats. This research seeks to identify the key strategic administration methods fostering enhanced success in state-financed residential building projects within Nairobi City County. The conclusions are anticipated to shape policy and implementation for improved targeting and greater efficacy of public housing endeavors.
Leadership Practices on Strategic Planning Implementation: A Case of Kenya Law Reform Commission
(Kenyatta University, 2025-01) Matheri, Alex Mwangi
Public sector institutions in Kenya increasingly rely on strategic plans to improve performance and accountability. However, despite extensive investments in strategy formulation, many organizations continue to face challenges in translating plans into measurable outcomes. The Kenya Law Reform Commission (KLRC), mandated to review, harmonize, and reform laws to facilitate constitutional implementation, has developed several strategic plans since its establishment. Yet, execution of these plans has remained weak, largely due to leadership, resource, and institutional constraints. This study sought to examine how leadership practices influence the implementation of strategic plans at KLRC, focusing on three key variables: resource allocation, risk monitoring, and succession planning. The study was anchored on the Resource-Based View (RBV) theory, Enterprise Risk Monitoring theory, and Scharmer’s Theory U. These theories collectively explain how internal resources, risk management structures, and leadership development processes influence institutional performance. The study employed a descriptive research design that allowed collection of both quantitative and qualitative data from a target population of 100 KLRC employees drawn from six departments. Using stratified sampling, a sample of 52 respondents was selected. Primary data were collected using structured questionnaires based on a five-point Likert scale. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics, while qualitative data were analyzed thematically. Regression analysis using SPSS v.23 was applied to test the relationship between leadership practices and strategic plan implementation. The findings established that leadership practices have a substantial impact on strategic plan implementation. Resource allocation was identified as an essential determinant for aligning financial and human resources with strategic priorities. However, limited budgetary provisions, delayed disbursement of funds, and overreliance on external support undermined effective execution. Risk monitoring was found to contribute positively to implementation by enabling identification and mitigation of potential threats, though the absence of a formal enterprise risk management framework weakened its overall influence. Regression results indicated a positive but statistically insignificant relationship between risk monitoring and strategic plan implementation (p > 0.05). Succession planning emerged as the most influential leadership factor affecting strategic plan implementation. The study found that structured career development, mentorship programs, and inclusivity in leadership succession foster institutional continuity and stability. Regression analysis confirmed a statistically significant relationship (p < 0.05) between succession planning and implementation effectiveness, indicating that strong succession systems enhance organizational performance. The regression model further revealed that resource allocation, risk monitoring, and succession planning collectively accounted for 11.8% of the variance in strategic plan implementation at KLRC, implying that other institutional factors such as communication, organizational culture, and employee motivation also play a role. The study concludes that effective leadership practices are critical to the successful execution of strategic plans in public institutions. It recommends that KLRC strengthen its resource allocation mechanisms by linking budgeting processes to strategic priorities and improving accountability in resource use. The Commission should also institutionalize comprehensive risk monitoring through a formal enterprise risk management policy. Furthermore, a structured succession planning framework should be developed to nurture leadership talent, enhance continuity, and maintain institutional memory. These findings offer valuable insights for policymakers, administrators, and researchers seeking to enhance strategic implementation and leadership effectiveness in Kenya’s public sector.
Maudhui ya Ukungwi katika Nyimbo Teule za Taarab
(Kenyatta University, 2025-11) Wendo, Fadhili Hamisi
Utafiti huu umechunguza jinsi maudhui ya ukungwi yanavyojitokeza katika nyimbo teule za taarab. Malengo yafuatayo yalinuiwa kutekelezwa; kubainisha dhima ya kungwi katika jamii ya Waswahili, kuchunguza maudhui ya ukungwi katika nyimbo teule za taarab na kulinganisha dhima ya kungwi na maudhui ya ukungwi katika nyimbo teule za taarab. Sampuli iliteuliwa kimaksudi ambapo kati ya nyimbo nyingi za taarab, nne ndizo ziliteuliwa kutumika katika utafiti huu. Nyimbo hizi ni: Maji ya Uvuguvugu (Wachonga Vinyago), Nenda salama (Omar Kopa), Ndoa (Aslay na Khadija Kopa), Bi Harusi (AT). Sampuli ya utafiti huu iliteuliwa kwa kutumia mbinu ya kimakusudi. Kati ya maeneo mengi katika jamii ya Waswahili, eneo la Msambweni ndilo lililoteuliwa kutumika katika utafiti. Mbinu hii ilifaa katika kuwateua makungwi waliochangia data muhimu ya kuchanganuliwa. Utafiti huu uliongozwa na nadharia mbili; nadharia ya Simiotiki na nadharia ya Uamilifu. Nadharia ya Simiotiki iliasisiwa na Ferdinand Dessaussure (1913) na Charles Pierce (1977) na inahusu uhusiano uliopo kati ya kitaja na kitajwa na matumizi ya ishara, picha na msimbo. Nadharia hii ilisaidia katika kufafanua mbinu za uwasilishaji wa ujumbe katika nyimbo teule za taarab. Kwa upande mwingine nadharia ya Uamilifu iliasisiwa na Emile Dukheim (1912) na inahusika na uchambuzi wa dhima zinazojitokeza katika kazi za fasihi. Hii ilituongoza katika kubainisha dhima ya kungwi katika jamii. Utafiti huu ulikuwa wa kimaktaba na wa nyanjani ambapo maktabani; mtafiti aliweza kusoma tasnifu, makala na majarida yanayohusiana na mada. Nyanjani, mtafiti alitembelea eneo lengwa ili kuwahoji baadhi ya makungwi kuhusu dhima yao. Matokeo yalionyesha kuwa kungwi ana jukumu la kuwafundisha wanawali kuhusu maswala ya unyumba yakiwemo usafi wa mwili na nyumba, namna ya kumhudumia mume, namna ya kusema na marafiki na jamaa za mume, matumizi ya vifaa vya kiasili kama vile mbuzi, kinu, mchi ufagio miongoni mwa mengine. Aidha, maudhui haya ya ukungwi yanafundishwa na waimbaji wa nyimbo teule za taarab na kuonyesha namna kipera cha nyimbo na mawaidha vinaingiliana kimaudhui. Utafiti huu unatarajiwa kutoa mchango wa kuonyesha jinsi vitanzu vya mawaidha na nyimbo huingiliana kidhima.
The Role of Youth in Community Peace Building in Mogadishu Somalia
(Kenyatta University, 2023-09) Abubakar Abdullahi Haji Adani
Mogadishu, Somalia, has for decades experienced protracted conflict, insecurity, and humanitarian crises that have severely disrupted social cohesion and community stability. Despite constituting the majority of the population and possessing immense potential as agents of change. The research aimed to examine the contributions of youth to promoting peace and security, their role in providing relief, the challenges they faced in fostering community peace building, and the potential strategies to address these challenges. Guided by the Human Needs Theory, the study addressed the following research questions: What was the extent of youth contribution to peace and security in Mogadishu? How did youth contribute to relief efforts in Somalia? What challenges did youth encounter in promoting community peace building? What measures could have mitigated these challenges? The study was pegged on stakeholder theory. The study adopted a case study design, integrating both quantitative and qualitative approaches. The target population was 10,000 with sample size of 384 respondents. Data was collected through questionnaires and analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). Quantitative data underwent descriptive and inferential analyses, presented in frequency tables, percentages, pie charts, and bar graphs. Qualitative data were analyzed through content analysis to identify recurring themes. A pilot study ensured the reliability and validity of the instruments, with Cronbach’s alpha coefficient yielding a reliability score of 0.79. Ethical considerations were strictly adhered. The findings revealed divergent perceptions regarding youth’s role in shaping Somalia’s future. Some respondents acknowledged youth as key agents of social change and peace building, while others emphasized unmet basic human needs hindering their development. The study also noted varied views on youth engagement in conflicts over the past decade, with evidence suggesting that youth challenged stereotypes of being inherently violent or apathetic. Challenges to youth-led peace building were multifaceted, including resource constraints and societal biases. While opinions on solutions varied, there was consensus on the need for community-driven initiatives, positive youth engagement, and systemic support for change. The study concluded that, despite mixed perceptions, youth played a critical and positive role in peace building, necessitating greater inclusion and support. Recommendations included prioritizing youth empowerment programs, fostering community collaboration, and addressing structural barriers through policy reforms to enhance youth participation in peace-building efforts.
Bridging the Gap: Addressing the Mismatch between University Specialization and Subject Demands in Junior and Senior Schools in Kenya
(International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2026-01) Owino, Clifford Otieno; Mayoyo, Nancy
This paper explored the persistent challenge faced by university interns and graduates in Kenya due to a mismatch between their areas of specialization and the subject requirements in junior and senior schools. The findings are drawn from review of empirical studies, policy documents, reports and sessional papers on the implementation of Competency Based Curriculum. A total of 21 papers comprising 14 empirical studies retrieved from scholarly journals on the Kenyan curriculum and on CBC in Kenya and East African countries published from 2019-2025 were reviewed. One Sessional Paper, three (3) Policy papers, one training manual and two reports on competency based education were sampled and reviewed guided by the objectives of the study which include: Examine the gap between traditional Kenyan B.Ed. programs and the interdisciplinary, practical demands; To evaluate graduate teachers' preparedness in facilitating CBC competencies; To examine the role of career guidance in aligning teacher trainees' specialization with CBC subject demands. The paper highlights that there is systemic misalignments in teacher training curricula contributing to mismatch between the specializations of university graduates and the actual subject demands in Junior Schools (JS) and Senior Schools (SS); There is a disconnect between the historical university training pathways and the evolving demands of the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) which threatens the quality of education, demoralizes teachers, and undermines the goals of the national curriculum. The paper concludes by proposing a multi-faceted strategy to bridge the gap, including targeted professional development to align teacher preparation with classroom realities in junior and senior schools, university curriculum reforms, enhanced teacher management, and strategic long-term planning by all stakeholders.