Project Management Capabilities and Sustainability of Water Projects Funded by the County Government of Makueni, Kenya
| dc.contributor.author | Mutevu, Kaluma | |
| dc.contributor.author | Kyalo, Josphat | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2026-01-22T08:56:07Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2026-01-22T08:56:07Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2025-10 | |
| dc.description | Article | |
| dc.description.abstract | This research project assessed the effect of project management capabilities on sustainability of water projects funded by the county government of Makueni, Kenya. A descriptive research approach was employed in the study. Data was obtained from 43 completed water projects with a target population of 100 stakeholders. Primary data was gathered utilizing questionnaires which served as the instrument for data collection. The study established that management commitment (β=0.061, p=0.004), stakeholder participation (β=0.1085, p=0.002), resource allocation (β=0.223, p=0.003) and (β=0.3304, p=0.002) had a positive significant effect on the sustainability of water projects funded by the county government of Makueni, Kenya. The study concluded that the management commitment ensured that the necessary resources, including financial, human, and technical resources are allocated to the water projects. Involving community members, local leaders, NGOs, and government agencies in planning, implementation, and monitoring ensures that projects meet community needs. By carefully prioritizing and distributing resources such as funding, manpower, and materials, the county government could ensure that projects are implemented efficiently and effectively. Digital inclusion improved communication and engagement with local communities which helped to build trust and collaboration between the government and the community, leading to more sustainable and successful water projects. The study recommended that to enhance management commitment to water project sustainability in Makueni Kenya, clear goals and objectivesneed to be set. The County government of Makueni, Kenya should involve community members, local leaders, and other relevant stakeholders in the planning, implementation, and monitoring of these projects. Enhancing resource allocation methods involves implementing more efficient and effective strategies to ensure that the limited resources available for water projects in Makueni County are utilized in a sustainable manner. The County government should invest in technology infrastructure such as mobile apps and online platforms that provide real-time information on water availability, quality, and usage. | |
| dc.identifier.citation | Mutevu, K., & Kyalo, J. (2025). Project management capabilities and sustainability of water projects funded by the county government of Makueni, Kenya. The Strategic Journal of Business & Change Management, 12 (4), 505 – 525. | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://strategicjournals.com/index.php/journal/article/view/3419/3210 | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://ir-library.ku.ac.ke/handle/123456789/32164 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.publisher | Strategic Journals | |
| dc.title | Project Management Capabilities and Sustainability of Water Projects Funded by the County Government of Makueni, Kenya | |
| dc.type | Article |