MST-Department of Gender and Development Studies: Recent submissions
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Status of men and women’s saving in informal finance groups in Gachagi informal settlement - Thika sub-county, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2015-03)Studies indicate that most people living in the informal settlements are usually financially excluded and therefore rely on informal finance groups for their financial upkeep. Out of this concern, this study aimed at ... -
Relationship between Alcoholism and Family Cohesion: A Gender Analysis of Kigio Location, Gatanga District, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2014-10-28)The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of alcoholism on family cohesion 111 selected households in Kigio Location in Gatanga District. The study sought to establish the effect of alcohol on family income as ... -
Determinants of maternal health among the kalenjin women of Ainamoi constituency, Kericho county, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2014-10-10)High maternal mortality rate is one of the major maternal health concerns in developing countries including Kenya. The purpose of this study was to investigate determinants of maternal health as well as suggesting the ... -
Factors Influencing Access to Credit Facilities among Small and Medium Entreprenuers in Island Division, Mombasa County
(Kenyatta University, 2014-09-30)The purpose of this study was to determine the factors influencing credit accessibility among small and medium entrepreneurs in Island Division, Mombasa County. The study was guided by the following four research questions: ... -
The Effects of Co-Education on the Performance of Girls and Boys in KCSE in Taita Taveta District of Coast Province in Kenya
(2014-06-19)An analysis of academic performance in reports at Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) has often indicated that performance in single sex secondary schools tends to be better than in mixed secondary schools. ... -
Assessment of women's participation in community Based projects in upper manza water and sanitation Project in Tala Division, Kangundo District
(2013-11-13)This study sought to assess the participation of women in community based projects. The major focus was on participation of women in Upper Manza Water and Sanitation Project. The' study used purposive sampling to select ... -
Gender related challenges encountered by students in learning technical courses in Machakos Technical Training Institute,Machakos County
(2013-11-13)This study aimed at exploring gender-related challenges faced by students in learning technical courses in Machakos Technical Training Institute (MTTI). The objectives of the study were to identify the courses male and ... -
Gender dimensions in the worst forms of child labour In Kenya: a case of Thika West District
(2013-11-13)This study aimed at gaining an in-depth understanding of gender dimensions in the worst forms of child labour in Thika west District in Kiambu County. The purpose of the study was to examine the relationship between ... -
Factors influencing access to credit facilities among small and medium entreprenuers in Island division, Mombasa County
(2013-11-13)The purpose of this study was to determine the factors influencing credit accessibility among small and medium entrepreneurs in Island Division, Mombasa County. The study was guided by the following four research questions: ... -
The role of prisons in the administration of custodial Rehabilitation of inmates in Kenya: a case of Thika main prison, Kiambu County
(2013-11-13)This study sought to investigate the role of Prisons in the administration of custodial rehabilitation to men and women inmates in Thika Main Prison. Although, the role of Kenya Prison Service (KPS) is generally to ... -
Gender Dimension of Indiscipline in Public Boarding Secondary Schools in Central Division of Machakos District, Machakos County, Kenya
(2013-11-13)In Kenya despite the fact that various recommendations from task forces have been implemented on indiscipline in secondary schools, more cases of indiscipline have continued to be reported. Since boys and girls are ... -
Gender factors influencing particpation of men and women In small-scale agriculture in Gatundu South District, Kiambu County
(2013-11-12)This study examined the factors that influence the participation of men and women in small- scale agriculture in Gatundu South District. The study was based on the premise that there are socio-cultural and value related ... -
Women's and men's perceptions towards unmarried Women inheriting property in Gatundu South Constituency in Kiambu County
(2013-11-12)Women have continued to suffer discrimination despite legislations aimed at placing them at an equal footing with men. It is now an appreciated fact that women and men need to be held as equal in all aspects of life. ... -
Challenges faced by support groups in offering services to People living with HIV and AIDS in Kitutu Chache Constituency, Kisii County
(2013-11-12)The main purpose of this study was to examine the challenges faced by support groups while offering services to People Living with HIV and AIDS (PLWHAs) in Kitutu Chache Constituency of Kisii County. Support groups play ... -
Health-seeking behaviour of women and Men in Githiga Location, Githunguri District, Kenya
(2013-11-12)This study set out to investigate the health status, health-seeking behaviour as well as the factors that influence the behaviour among elderly women and men in Githiga Location, Githunguri District. A total of 53 elderly ... -
Gender disparities in natural resource Management: a case study of quarrying in Juja Location of Thika West District
(2013-11-12)There has been a lot of debate on the relations between women and environment. Feminists have focused this debate on analyzing women's use, conservation and management of natural resources. The main aim of our study was ... -
Health-seeking behaviour of women and men in Githiga Location, Githunguri District, Kenya
(2013-11-12)This study set out to investigate the health status, health-seeking behaviour as well as the factors that influence the behaviour among elderly women and men in Githiga Location, Githunguri District. A total of 53 elderly ... -
Gender and technology: perceptions of high school students Towards ICT careers in selected secondary Schools in Nairobi County
(2013-11-12)The purpose of this study was to find out the perceptions of Secondary school students towards lCT careers in Nairobi County. The main focus was on the factors influencing boys and girls in the selection of subjects and ... -
Gender factors contributing to youths' participation in the Youth Enterprise Development Fund (YEDF) In Taveta District
(2013-11-12)This study examined the factors contributing to youth's participation in the Youth Enterprise Development Fund (YEDF) activities in Taveta District. The study was premised on the pedestal that there are gender, policy ... -
Educational opportunities for students with hearing impairment at Karen Technical Training Institute for the deaf, Nairobi County
(2013-11-12)This study was prompted by the recognition that the goal for Special Needs Education Policy frame work (2007) in Kenya is to address the issues of access, performance and retention opportunities for students with disabilities. ...
