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    Kenya Defence Forces Infrastructure Improvement and its Implications on Livelihoods
    (Kenyatta University, 2023-11) Okwaro, Ouma Okwaro
    This study pretested research equipment with 27 non-target respondents. For the pilot study, a 10% pre-test sample size (27 sampled respondents) was recommended and appropriate. The supervisor verified validity, and the study instrument was pre-tested for reliability and Cronbach's value over 0.7. To verify data, government, non-state, and other studies were consulted. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 28 for quantitative data and summarlzatwn with triangulation for qualitative data, grouping it into topical and thematic groups. Data was presented via graphs, tables, and quotes. The study focused on confidentiality, voluntary involvement, informed consent, and obtaining relevant introduction letters and research licenses. The research showed that the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) had improved infrastructure, affecting livelihoods. They use heavy machinery for disaster response and created the KDF Research and Development Center as an innovation hub. The KDF is also supporting Kenya's Vision 2030 and the Big Four Agenda by growing and involving non-military individuals. The decrease in expenditures as a proportion of GDP shows their dedication to development initiatives and their impact on infrastructure and livelihoods. KDF efforts to revive the NakuruKisumu Railway line boosted traffic. They also do borehole drilling, road and bridge construction, dam construction and de-silting, and medical and veterinary services. These programs have helped individuals, homes, communities, and the nation. The KDF's swift response has helped state departments strengthen communities socioeconomically. The study suggests adding infrastructure development to the KDF's mandate. When building additional bases, the government should expand infrastructure and provide social amenities. Local development work like road construction can be outsourced to the military.