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Kimani, Mary N (Daystar University, school of Human and Social Sciences, June , 2016)[more][less]
Abstract: For the last three decades, participation has become an increasingly emphasized aspect of and a key tool for public policy and service delivery within the realm of good governance across the world. This research assessed constraints to community participation in the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) of development activities in the rural communities in Kenya using Caritas Capacity building projects in Machakos County as a case study. The objectives included establishing the role played participation by local community members, challenges involved, and suggesting strategies for enhancing community participation. The study employed in-depth interviews, structured questionnaires and focus group discussions (FGD) as data collection methods. It involved a total of 112 respondents drawn from Katangi Division of Machakos County. Of the above, 100 respondents consisted of household heads who were randomly selected from the division while the remaining included the Caritas Capacity Building Project team members as well as members of the local churches who usually partner with community members and project team in the monitoring and evaluation of the project activities. Research findings revealed that participation existed in the implementation of Caritas programs and beneficiaries have benefited from it. It was however more confined to farmers’ group level activities while the important decisions were made at higher administrative levels particularly at the diocesan level with minimal local community members’ involvement. In view of the above the study, the researcher recommended a more vivid bottom-up approach in the implementation of Caritas projects. Particularly, much effort need to be put beyond the farmer group level to decision-making process at inter-group level with increased local farmers’ involvement. Description: Master of Arts in Monitoring and Evaluation URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3440 Files in this item: 1
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Obonyo, Levi; Nyamboga, Erneo ( International Commission of Jurists, 2011)
[more][less]Abstract: J ournalism is not so young a profession in this country as sometimes it does appear. Journalism in Kenya is probably as old as the history of the nation itself and precedes many of the professions in the country. Indeed there is a rich history of the media in the country. What has not kept pace with the development of the field is the equivalent development of resources to enable the field to be more effective. For instance, it was not until after independence, with the establishment of the Kenya Institute of Mass Communication that training of journalists started in Kenya in earnest. Even then, that training was terminated at the diploma level meaning that thought was still focused on producing mid-level industry personnel. It was a decade later when further training beyond the diploma qualification was offered in Kenya. But even more challenging for the field is that while the training was being offered there was never a concurrent development of resources to facilitate the training and adapt it to the Kenyan context. Technical training was a turn key technology with buttons being pointed to trainees who often only knew how to switch on and off the equipment they operated. But even more serious was the lack of efforts by those in the field to contextualize training by producing training material relevant to the nation’s needs. Textbooks were still imported with examples used in class remaining largely incidents that took place in far flu URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/2997 Files in this item: 1
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Obonyo, Levi; Owilla, Hesbon Hansen (Worlds of Journalism Study, 2017)
[more][less]Abstract: Kenya boasts one of the vibrant media markets by the standards of East Africa. According to the Media Council of Kenya, there are about 3000 journalists operating in the country and who are registered with the statutory media regulating body. The number of journalists listed by the Media Council includes those who work for the media houses on a full time basis, correspondents, stringers or freelancers, and also students at the nation’s media schools. In order to appreciate the kind of journalist working in the Kenyan media it is helpful to first consider the Kenyan media landscape. There is almost an even spread of radio in the urban and in the rural, even if the urban may appear to have more stations. The majority of the media established in the city are the traditional ones: print, television, and radio. Most of these urban-based legacy media target the entire country and largely operate in either of the national languages of Kiswahili and English. The country has four national newspapers: Nation, Standard, Star and People, all published in English. The last regular daily publication is the Kiswahili language newspaper, Taifa Leo, a sister publication to the largest circulating newspaper URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3038 Files in this item: 1
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Muthoka-Kagwaini, Dorothy (The Conversation, December , 2021)[more][less]
Abstract: Kenya’s central bank has been mulling the official use of a digital currency. More than 60 central banks have already entered the digital currency race since 2014. No details have been released in Kenya, but the central bank governor, Patrick Njoroge, commented that the bank was working with other global regulators and financial institutions to explore the use ofdigital currencies. The shift towards digital currencies has been used by some central banks to formulate and implementregulations to manage the use of cryptocurrencies. For example, Nigeria has launched its officialdigital currency, the eNaira . The World Economic Forum estimates that a third of Nigerians use or own cryptocurrencies. Kenya isone of the top three markets for Bitcoin , one of the more popular cryptocurrencies. Description: https://theconversation.com/kenya-needs-to-grasp-the-cryptocurrency-nettle-how-a-digital-currency-could-help-172092 URI: https://theconversation.com/kenya-needs-to-grasp-the-cryptocurrency-nettle-how-a-digital-currency-could-help-172092 Files in this item: 1
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Muriithi, Samuel Muiruri; Louw, Lynette (Palgrave MacMillan, 2017)[more][less]
Abstract: The banking industry is a major driver of economic development for world economies. By offering different types of services, such as facilitating money transfers between countries and ensuring that savers and borrowers are brought together in well-organised structures, the industry determines countries’ economic development and long-term sustainability. Although critical to world economic stability, the last six decades have seen the industry experience severe financial challenges which have negatively affected economic performance of most countries. The main causes of financial crises have been non-performing loans, political interference, uncertain global financial trends and poor leadership. The Kenyan banking industry is considered the most mature, fastest-growing and largest in East Africa, thereby making it the regional financial leader. The industry has, however, been a victim of both global and domestic financial challenges. Between 1980 and 2000, the country’s financial industry was characterised by major financial upheavals that led to the collapse of many banks, while others were in and out of receivership. The crises were attributed to non-performing loans, weak internal control mechanisms, poor governance and poor leadership. Since the year 2000, the government has instituted tough measures to revive the industry, which have resulted in stability. As such, the industry has experienced positive and encouraging growth, contributing towards making the sector the financial hub of the East Africa region. Despite recent gains, however, the industry still faces challenges of corruption, inability to reach the majority of the rural population, fragmentation and ineffective leadership. This chapter explores the importance of enhancing and strengthening the banking internal control mechanisms and developing sustainability strategies, focusing on business practices and product development geared towards healthy economic, social and environmental activities. URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3657 Files in this item: 1
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Wekesa, Moni; Onsongo, J. (British Journal of Sports Medicine, 1992)[more][less]
Abstract: The Kenyan team that competed at the International Summer Special Olympics comprised 38 athletes (both men and women) selected from all competitors at the national championships. The team was examined and a physiological fitness test carried out. The results enabled the organizers to arrange for treatment of prevailing illnesses, and the training programme was adjusted to the athletes' level. This team was voted the best team of the month of July, having won 33 gold, three silver and two bronze medals. Sound medical care of athletes should be taken before and during competition. Such management should aim at minimizing injuries and enabling athletes to perform at their best. URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3111 Files in this item: 1
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Lukoye, Veronica Nyambura (Daystar University, School of Arts and Humanities, October , 2021)[more][less]
Abstract: Kenya’s foreign policy towards Chinese infrastructural development in Kenya for the period of 2002-2019 is important in the extents of diplomacy, trade, foreign aid as well as investment. This study explored Kenya’s foreign policy towards Chinese infrastructural development, 2002-2019. The study objectives were to investigate the nature and development of Kenya’s foreign policy relations towards China; to establish the impact of Chinese infrastructural development on the Kenyan economy and to examine the domestic political processes of Kenya and their influence on Kenya’s foreign policy relations with China. Qualitative case study approach was used in the study. The data collection tool used was an interview schedule. The study targeted respondents who had expert knowledge on Kenya-China foreign policy undertakings. The target population of the study was 20 participants covering 6 officials working in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 6 government representatives and 8 foreign policy scholars. The study used Purposive sampling technique in the state agency selection which is the Ministry of foreign affairs, the Kenyan Parliament and the Kenya National Archives. On the nature and development of Kenya’s foreign policy relations towards China, the findings indicated that there are notable similarities in regards to Kenya’s foreign policy relations with China during Mwai Kibaki and Uhuru Kenyatta era is that they both continue to look and reinforce the looking East policy relations through partnerships in infrastructural development like the building of roads, and the standard gauge railway. The study recommends that the Kenyan government should maintain transparency with the general public about the agreements signed with other countries. Description: Master of Arts In Diplomacy, Development and International Security URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3890 Files in this item: 1
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Irungu, Dancan Njagi; Marwa, Simmy Mwita; Ndegwa, Joyce Watetu; Kalei, Anne Favor Mumbua Wambua (International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, 2015)[more][less]
Abstract: The main objective of the study is to determine the influence of key decision maker attributes on the internationalization of medium sized firms. Key decision maker attributes have been underscored in much internationalization literature across different contexts as a principal feature that facilitates the process of Medium Enterprises internationalization. Medium enterprises play a significant role in creating a strong economic base to any country since they greatly contribute to employment creation. There is overwhelming evidence from the literature that the key decision maker plays a huge role in the internationalization of Medium enterprises. International entrepreneurship theory is the main theoretical framework which informs the study. The main variables that are examined in the study include key decision maker education, international experience and international business vision. Descriptive research design has been used in the study. The key CEOs of the Top 100 medium sized companies in the category of 2012 were the respondents of the study. The results of the study indicate that key decision maker attributes plays a significant role in the internationalization process of medium sized firms. The study concludes that the key decision maker is a major determinant of the firm’s ability to grow from the domestic market and internationalize its operations. URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3652 Files in this item: 1
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Daystar University (Daystar University, January , 2018)[more][less]
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Education (February 27, 2015)[more][less]
Abstract: FONETIKI NA FONOLOJIA CODE: KIS 115 Description: Final Exam URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/479 Files in this item: 1
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Language and performing Arts (February 27, 2015)[more][less]
Abstract: KIS 212: UTANGULIZI WA FASIHI Description: Final exam URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/480 Files in this item: 1
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Daystar University (Daystar University, August , 2017)[more][less]
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Daystar University (Daystar University, August , 2017)[more][less]
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Daystar University (Daystar University, August , 2017)[more][less]
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Daystar University (Daystar University, August , 2017)[more][less]
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Tovey, Anna Katrina (Daystar University, School of Human and Social Sciences, November , 2018)[more][less]
Abstract: The spread of HIV infection is on the increase among young people aged between 15 and 24 years in sub-Saharan Africa, a group containing the majority of university students. Due to their propensity to risky sexual behaviour, university students are particularly vulnerable to HIV infection. The purpose of this study was to explore the knowledge and attitudes of university students regarding HIV/AIDS and the nature of their risky sexual behaviour. The objectives were to assess the knowledge and attitudes of university students regarding HIV/AIDS, to determine the nature of risky sexual activity among university students and to establish the impact of university students’ knowledge and attitudes on their sexual behavioural practices. The scope of the study was undergraduate students from Daystar University, from both Athi River and Nairobi Campus, and the sample population comprised of 350 students across all five schools, in both campuses. Descriptive research design was used in the study and the primary data was collected through questionnaires. The Statistical Package for the Social Sciences version 22 was used to analyse the data. The study revealed that students had high knowledge about HIV, females having greater knowledge than males, and they had fairly good attitudes towards HIV. A greater percentage of students were sexually active (62%) than not (38%). It was common for sexually active students to have had multiple sexual partners over their lifetime and to be engaged in other risky sexual behaviours, however the majority of students had low risk perception regarding contracting HIV. The results concluded that while students had high knowledge and good attitudes regarding HIV, neither of these made a significant impact on their sexual behaviour, which was risky. The study recommended that further education on HIV/AIDS and risky sexual behaviours be implemented within Daystar University and within the wider community. Description: Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3439 Files in this item: 1
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Ondieki, Elvis (The Sunday Nation., February 13, 2021)[more][less]
Abstract: The Daystar University vice-chancellor talks about his book, family, close links with President Moi. Description: The Sunday Nation Lifestyle Cover Story URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3870 https://nation.africa/kenya/life-and-style/lifestyle/laban-ayiro-what-life-has-taught-me-3714522 Files in this item: 2
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Daystar University (Daystar University, January , 2018)[more][less]
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Musikali, Lois M. (International Company and Commercial Law Review, 2008)
[more][less]Abstract: There is increasing evidence that a country's legal system plays a significant role in determining the success of its corporate governance system. Research has shown that good corporate governance is more likely to be associated with countries with a strong legal system.1 However, in the recent move towards the privatisation of corporations, Kenya, like other developing countries, has adopted a corporate governance code that is drafted from a combination of codes from developed countries with little thought being given to the underlying conditions of the market in which this code is to be enforced. A significant amount of training of company directors on the importance of good corporate governance is underway. URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3119 Files in this item: 1
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Bukachi, Grace Nyambura (Daystar University, School of Arts and Humanities., June , 2008)
[more][less]Abstract: This study explores the opportunities, challenges and perceptions of women clergy in two urban churches. Additionally this study set out to establish why there are few women serving in fulltime pastoral ministry in the two churches, Christ is the Answer Ministries (CITAM) and the All Saints Cathedral, Nairobi. The study population was women clergy from the two mentioned churches and their immediate leadership of both genders. The researcher administered two questionnaires to each respondent from the leadership of CITAM to establish their perception of the leadership capabilities among the women clergy. Focus groups comprised of some male pastors and purposely selected individuals from both All Saints Cathedral and CITAM leadership. Questionnaires were administered to the leadership teams which provided additional information towards this study. The researcher also carried out church archive research to ascertain the records of women clergy with CITAM and the All Saints Cathedral Church. Various Womanist, Feminist and leadership theories were addressed and the experiences of African women clergy in this African region also reviewed. The results from the study indicate that women clergy have a myriad of opportunities for leadership and should pursue them uncompromisingly. The church leadership may to some extent be skewed toward patriarchal cultural norms, but with time and given the dispensation of this millennium, they are able to maximize their opportunities by responding to the call of God to serve according to Matthew 28: 18-20. Additionally this study recommended that various programs and activities be instituted to develop avenues for encouraging women to follow through and to remain in church ministry with the help of older clergy who would be their mentors and team members. Description: Master of Arts in Christian Ministries URI: http://repository.daystar.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/123456789/3344 Files in this item: 1
