Tag: Gender
Interaction Effect of Adolescents’ Gender on Adolescents’ Sexual Behaviours in Public Secondary Schools in Uasin Gishu, Kenya

Interaction Effect of Adolescents’ Gender on Adolescents’ Sexual Behaviours in Public Secondary Schools in Uasin Gishu, Kenya

By |

Agnes Jepchoge Busienei – Department of Educational Psychology, Moi University, Kenya Hesborn, M. N. Kodero – Department of Educational Psychology, Rongo University, Kenya Shadrack O. Ogoma – Department of Educational Psychology, Moi University, Kenya Email: aggykbush@yahoo.com Abstract: Adolescent sexual behaviour remains a pressing concern in Kenya, with increasing reports of early sexual debut, unintended pregnancies,…

Read More Read More
Gender Differential Item Functioning on Entrance Examination: A Case of Malamulo College of Health Sciences

Gender Differential Item Functioning on Entrance Examination: A Case of Malamulo College of Health Sciences

By |

Victor Peter NkungulaBasic Sciences Department, Malawi Adventist University,Malamulo College of Health Sciences, Makwasa, MalawiEmail: nkungulav@mchs.adventist.org Abstract: Differential Item Functioning (DIF) analysis is a key element in evaluating fairness and validity of tests. Gender is cited as a source of construct irrelevant variance. It plays a significant role in determining the volume of students who pass…

Read More Read More
Gender and Digital Technology Use in Higher Education: A Case Study of Distance Learners in Tanzania

Gender and Digital Technology Use in Higher Education: A Case Study of Distance Learners in Tanzania

By |

Ancyfrida ProsperInstitute of Continuing EducationThe Open University of TanzaniaORCID ID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7506-9238Email: ancyfrida.prosper@out.ac.tz Abstract: The study examined gender differences and use of digital technology in higher education among distance learners in Tanzania. It sampled 185 respondents from a population of 344 distance learners using a random sampling technique. Questionnaires were used as the primary data collection…

Read More Read More
Gendered Differential Barriers Facing Male and Female Handcraft Entrepreneurs in Tanzania: A Comparative Analysis

Gendered Differential Barriers Facing Male and Female Handcraft Entrepreneurs in Tanzania: A Comparative Analysis

By |

Laurent Kaburire & Elizabeth M. MsokaSt John’s University of TanzaniaEmail: lkaburire@sjut.ac.tz / emsoka@sjut.ac.tz Abstract: The aim of this study was to examine the gendered differential barriers facing male and female handicraft entrepreneurs. In order to gather the data, the study used a cross-sectional research design whereby structured questionnaires were distributed to male and female entrepreneurs…

Read More Read More
Effect of Social Factors: Religion, Gender, and Cultural Beliefs on Cotton Production Sustainability in Kisumu County, Kenya

Effect of Social Factors: Religion, Gender, and Cultural Beliefs on Cotton Production Sustainability in Kisumu County, Kenya

By |

Omollo Rose Agina Atieno, Peter Gutwa Oino & Godfrey UngayaDepartment of Sociology, Gender and Development Studies,School of Arts and Social Sciences, Kisii UniversityEmail: roseagina@yahoo.com Abstract: Cotton production in Kenya has a long history, with its roots well-established before the country’s independence in 1963. Gender, religion, and cultural beliefs significantly influence access to resources and the…

Read More Read More
Gender and Developing Entrepreneurial Skills among Entrepreneurs in Juba City, South Sudan

Gender and Developing Entrepreneurial Skills among Entrepreneurs in Juba City, South Sudan

By |

Suzy Anong Lomoro MurasTangaza University College, Nairobi, KenyaEmail: suzyanong3@gmail.com Abstract: Women’s business has received more attention in recent years, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath. The literature suggests that women can significantly contribute to entrepreneurship. This study examined gender and developing entrepreneurial skills in Juba City, South Sudan. The study was guided by…

Read More Read More
Gender Inclusion and Provision of Security Services by The Uganda Police Force

Gender Inclusion and Provision of Security Services by The Uganda Police Force

By |

Francis TumwesigyeNkumba University, UgandaEmail: tumwesigyef7@gmail.com Abstract: The paper examined the association of gender inclusion and provision of services by the Uganda Police Force. The paper used the mixed methods research approach for data collection and analysis. A sample of 225 participants was used from a population of 528 from the different departments, with a response…

Read More Read More
Evaluation of Policy Framework Implementation Procedures and Its Effect on Gender Mainstreaming in Universities in Kenya

Evaluation of Policy Framework Implementation Procedures and Its Effect on Gender Mainstreaming in Universities in Kenya

By |

Adhola Grace Achieng, Caleen Nyamwange & George NyandoroKisii University, KenyaEmail: achieng4326@gmail.com Abstract: Despite the enormous advancements in development and the wealth of knowledge on gender mainstreaming, assessments and evaluations reveal a significant disparity in implementation, maybe because of difficulties with implementation. The study determined policy framework implementation procedures towards gender mainstreaming in selected Universities in…

Read More Read More
Integrating Human Capability Approach in Gender on Health Seeking Behavior in Kenya

Integrating Human Capability Approach in Gender on Health Seeking Behavior in Kenya

By |

Dymphenia K. Otwori, Peter Gutwa Oino & Samson BarongoSchool of Arts and Social SciencesDepartment of Sociology, Gender and Development StudiesKisii University. KenyaEmail: dkwambokac@gmail.com Abstract: Globally, different models towards enhancing access to healthcare to all human populations have been implemented with varying degrees of success. However, studies on the effects of gender on health-seeking behavior, especially…

Read More Read More
Extent to Which Professional Qualifications of Women Have Influenced Girl Child Access to Education in Public Primary Schools in Moyale Sub County

Extent to Which Professional Qualifications of Women Have Influenced Girl Child Access to Education in Public Primary Schools in Moyale Sub County

By |

Boru Dulacha Guyo and Dr. Josephine KirimiMount Kenya University, Kenya.Email: boruguyo558@gmail.com Abstract: Despite attempts by the government to address gender equality in all sectors, women and girl child retention and access to formal education is still a concern in Kenya and in Africa as a whole. The study sought to achieve the objective; to establish…

Read More Read More