Africana Journal Articles



By Stephen Anjeru 03-Dec-2024

Principals-Initiated Programmes put in Place to Enhance Retention of Teenage Mothers in Public Secondary Schools in Nyali Sub-County, Mombasa, Kenya

The study aimed to examine strategies initiated by principals to enhance retention of teenage mothers in public secondary schools in Nyali Sub-County, Mombasa County, Kenya. The research question guiding this study was what programs have principals initiated to support the retention of teenage mothers? The study was grounded in Emile Durkheim's Social Integration Theory and employed a mixed-methods research approach using a convergent parallel design. Both descriptive cross-sectional and ....

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By Sr. Mary Theodorah Mabeya 01-Nov-2024

Influence of Mother Tongue on Writing Errors Among Students in Public Day Secondary Schools: A Case of Nyamira North Sub-County

This study aimed to examine the extent of mother tongue contribution to the type of errors found in students writing skills inpublic day secondary schools in Nyamira North sub-County.The specific objective was to identify the predominant effects of mother tongue interference on writing skills. The study was grounded in Krashen’s (1981) Second Language Acquisition Theory, which focuses on how individuals learn a second language, emphasizing cognitive and environmental factors that aff....

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By Sr. Mary Theodorah Mabeya 23-Oct-2024

Predominant Effect of Mother Tongue on Students’ Writing Skills in Public Day Secondary Schools in Nyamira North Sub-County

This study aimed to examine the predominant effect of mother tongue on students writing skills in public Day secondary schools in Nyamira North Sub-County. The specific objective was to identify the predominant effects of mother tongue interference on writing skills. The study was grounded in Krashen’s (1981) Second Language Acquisition Theory, which focuses on how individuals learn a second language, emphasizing cognitive and environmental factors that affect language proficiency. A conv....

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By Richard E. Wanyonyi 23-Oct-2024

The Influence of Teachers' Pedagogical Beliefs on the Utilization of ICT Resources in Chemistry Teaching in Public Secondary Schools in West Pokot Sub-County, Kenya.

The study focused on how pedagogical beliefs of teachers of chemistry affect how they utilize ICT resources while teaching chemistry in public secondary schools in West Pokot Sub-County, Kenya. Three hundred and eighty-one respondents took part in the study. Ten secondary schools were involved. Purposive and stratified random sampling techniques were used to obtain a sample of 328 third form students, 43 teachers of chemistry and 10 principals. Questionnaires, interview schedules, document analy....

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By Seth Miambu Ezibon Genegara 05-Oct-2024

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PROBLEMATIC INTERNET USE AND PSYCHOLOGICAL WELLBEING OF SEMINARIANS IN THE CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF TOMBURA-YAMBIO IN SOUTH SUDAN

The purpose of the study was to establish the relationship between problematic internet use and psychological wellbeing of seminarians in Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio in South Sudan. The study was grounded on the theory of Cognitive Behavioral Model of Pathological Internet Use. The study employed descriptive survey design and used both questionnaires and interview schedules to collect primary data. A sample of 226 Seminarians was used through census method. The study established that near....

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By Sr. Phoebe Anyango 30-Sep-2024

Prevalence of Private Supplementary Tutoring in Schools in Kakamega Township, Kakamega County

This study examined the persistence of private supplementary tutoring (PST) in Kakamega Township, Kenya, despite a government ban. Grounded in Defiance Theory, the research sought to assess the prevalence of PST in secondary schools within Kakamega Township, Kakamega County. A mixed-methods convergent approach was adopted, incorporating a cross-sectional survey and phenomenological design, targeting 15 secondary schools. Data was collected through questionnaires and interviews, with quantit....

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By Marysiena N Maundu 24-Sep-2024

How Family Income Level Influence Girls' Academic Performance in Public Mixed Secondary Schools in Mukaa Sub-County Makueni County

This study aimed to examine the impact of family income level on girls' academic performance in public mixed secondary schools in Mukaa Sub-County, Makueni County, Kenya. The research was guided by the question: How does family income level affect girls' academic performance in public mixed secondary schools in Mukaa Sub-County? Grounded in Social Cognitive Theory, the study utilized a mixed-method embedded design, targeting 30 public mixed secondary schools and involving principals, teache....

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By Sr. Caroline Wambui Gachok 24-Sep-2024

Attitude of Public Junior Secondary School Teachers towards the Implementation of Competency-Based Curriculum in Kamukunji Sub-County, Nairobi County, Kenya

This study examined the attitudes of public junior secondary school teachers in Kamukunji SubCounty, Nairobi County, towards the implementation of the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). Employing a convergent parallel mixed-methods design, the research was grounded in John Dewey's Constructivist Theory. A sample comprising five schools, five principals, 46 teachers, and one Quality Assurance and Standards Officer (QASO) participated. Data were gathered through questionnaires, interviews, doc....

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By Domtiller Jelagat Rutto 24-Sep-2024

Influence of Parental Educational Background on Students’ Behaviour in Public Secondary Schools in Njiru Sub-County, Nairobi County

The study aimed to examine the extent to which the educational background of parents influences student behavior in public secondary schools in Njiru Sub-County, Nairobi County, Kenya. The research was anchored in Ajzen’s Theory of Planned Behaviour and employed a mixed-methods approach, combining cross-sectional and phenomenological designs. The target population included 1,650 Form Three students, 15 public secondary schools, 350 teachers, 15 principals, and one sub-county director of e....

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By Bupe Chileshe 24-Sep-2024

Psychosocial Trauma and Academic Well-Being of Adolescents in Public Schools of Solwezi District, Zambia

Performance and achievement in human tasks are often closely linked to an individual's well-being. This study aimed to explore the impact of psychosocial trauma among adolescents in four public secondary schools in Solwezi District, Zambia. The research was guided by the following objectives: to assess the prevalence of psychosocial trauma among adolescents, to determine its causes, to examine its effects, and to identify strategies for improving the academic well-being of adolescents in the....

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By Maureen Pilale Sadallah 11-Sep-2024

Influence of Cultural Beliefs on Human Wildlife Conflict of Residents of Amboseli Conservancies, Kajiado County, Kenya

Human-wildlife conflict has intensified due to land-use fragmentation driven by population growth and human activities. This study aimed to assess the impact of socio-economic development on human-wildlife conflict in Amboseli conservancies, Kajiado County, with a focus on the influence of cultural beliefs. A mixed-methods approach and convergent parallel design were employed. Data were collected from 10 key informants, including KWS rangers, and a sample of 38 participants from a populatio....

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By Taban David Kamerino 24-Aug-2024

Possible Solutions to Improve the Academic Performance of Pupils from Single-Parent Families in Torit Town Eastern Equatoria State, South Sudan

Over the past several decades, the prevalence of single-parent families has continued to increase. Thus, this study focused on the relationship between single parenting and the academic performance of pupils in Primary schools in Torit Town, Eastern Equatoria South Sudan. The specific objectives were to assess the level of parental involvement in the academic performance of children in Torit Town South Sudan, to determine the influence of single parenting on the academic performance of primary s....

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By Samuel Ooko 10-Aug-2024

Women in Artisanal Fishing and their Socio-Economic Well-Being in Asembo Bay, Siaya County, Kenya

This study assessed the role of women in artisanal fishing and socio-economic well-being in Asembo Bay, Siaya County, Kenya. The study employed a qualitative descriptive research design and a sample of 100 women was chosen to form the unit of analysis. The study used a Purposive Sampling approach to select participants. Data was collected using key informant interviews, focus group discussions, in-depth interviews, and observation guides. Based on the objective, this study used a thematic d....

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By Gisela Rfanyu Shey 21-Jun-2024

SLEEP QUALITY AND PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING OF BOARDING SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN THE ARCHDIOCESE OF BAMENDA, NORTH WEST REGION, CAMEROON

There are increasing numbers of secondary school students in Cameroon suffering from poor sleep quality and psychological problems. There have been many complaints from students and teachers about boarding secondary school students sleeping in class when lessons are going on. The study therefore explored the relationship between sleep quality and student’s psychological well-being in Cameroon. The study aimed at achieving the following specific objectives: To examine the relationship betw....

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By Peter Adelio Okanyi 20-May-2024

Strategies Used to Curb Alcohol Abuse Among Boda Boda Riders in Juba, South Sudan

There is a growing concern in Juba town where Boda boda riders are increasingly abusing alcohol resulting to unnecessary accidents, antisocial behavior and other mental disorders. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to explore the strategies that can be used to curb alcohol abuse among Boda boda riders in Juba South Sudan. The objective guiding this study was to identify the strategies that can be used to curb alcohol abuse among Boda boda riders in Juba South Sudan. The study was anch....

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By Zacharia Osman Andina Tutu 17-May-2024

Possible Interventions for Improving the Psycho-Social Well-Being of Nurses in Mother of Mercy Gidel Hospital, Nuba Region, Sudan

Nursing is a demanding profession whose work environment is characterized by stressing physical, mental, emotional, and ethical challenges which negatively impact psychosocial wellbeing of nurses. The present study explores possible interventions for improving the psycho-social wellbeing of nurses in Mother of Mercy Gidel Hospital. The objective of the study was to identify possible interventions for improving the psycho-social well-being of nurses in Mother of Mercy Gidel Hospital. The stud....

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By Victor Onmbawayo Uvihi 10-May-2024

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Psycho-Spiritual Wellbeing of Survivors of Fulani Herdsmen Attack in St. Ignatius Mission Mbalom Makurdi Diocese Benue State, Nigeria

The purpose of this study was to establish the relationship between Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Psycho-Spiritual Wellbeing of Survivors of Fulani Herdsmen Attacks in St. Ignatius Mission Mbalom Makurdi Diocese Benue State, Nigeria. The study’s objectives were, to examine the prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder, to assess the levels of psychospiritual wellbeing, to determine the relationship between post-traumatic stress disorder and psycho-spiritual wellbeing and to propose....

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By Peter Nwachukwu Onah 05-Apr-2024

ROLE OF COUNSELLING IN ADDRESSING INDISCIPLINE AMONG MARIST SECONDARY STUDENTS IN NIGERIA

Discipline is a highly cherished practice specially in schools. Many schools authorities strive to put in place some measures to enhance discipline in schools. However, sometimes the measures are not effective in enhancing discipline. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to examine the role of counselling on indiscipline among students in Marist secondary schools in Nigeria. The study examined the prevalence of indiscipline and determined the influence of counselling on indiscipline amo....

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By Therence. B. Wiykiynyuy 05-Apr-2024

Adolescent’s Attitude Towards Biopsychosocial Changes and their Self-Esteem in Langata Sub-County, Nairobi-Kenya

This study examined adolescents' attitudes towards biopsychosocial changes and self-esteem at Maono Education Centre Secondary School Langata-Nairobi, Kenya. The person-centred theory of Carl Rogers and the Psychosocial Theory of Human Development by Eric Erickson guided the study. The study adopted a correlational design to establish the relationship between the attitude of adolescents towards biopsychosocial changes and self-esteem. The following objectives guided the study: to determine the a....

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By Annplosa Njeri Kinuthia 05-Oct-2023

Challenges faced by Head teachers in the Implementation of School Health and Hygiene Safety Guidelines in Public Primary Schools in Muranga South Sub-County, Kenya

The purpose of this study was to examine the Challenges hindering the Implementation of School Health and Hygiene Safety Guidelines in Public Primary Schools in Muranga South Sub-County, Kenya. A convergent concurrent parallel mixed methods design was adopted for this study. The target population consisted the Head teachers, District Quality Assurance Officers (DQASO) and officers in the Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation (MPH&S) in Muranga South Sub-County. The study employed stratified r....

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By Bro. James O. Nyakundi 25-Sep-2023

Activities Adopted by Principals to Support Teachers' Professional Development in Kisii County, Kenya

This study investigated activities adopted by principals to support teachers’ professional development in Kisii County, Kenya. The theory of adult learning theory (Andragogy) served as the theoretical framework for this study. With an emphasis on merging both cross-sectional and phenomenological research designs, the study used mixed-methods research technique, notably using convergent design. The study's target population included 4,436 teachers, 3,000 form three students, and 340 principals ....

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By Bro. James O. Nyakundi 25-Sep-2023

How Effectively Principals are Implementing the Ministry of Education's Policy to Support Teachers' Professional Development in Kisii County, Kenya

This study investigated how effectively principals are implementing the Ministry of Education policy on teacher professional development to support teachers’ professional development in Kisii County, Kenya. The Adult Learning Theory (andragogy) served as the theoretical framework for this study. With an emphasis on merging both cross-sectional and phenomenological research designs, the study used a mixed-methods research technique, notably convergent design. The study's target population inclu....

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By Bryan Wekesa Tumwa 08-Sep-2023

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF HEALTH PROJECTS IN KAJIADO NORTH SUB-COUNTY, KENYA

Public participation as a governance principle is a legal requirement for planning and budgeting in the healthcare sector in Kenya. Its purpose is to ensure shared responsibility in leadership since it allows governments to partner with the public in responding to issues that concern them using all available resources, both local and external. However, in many cases, members of the public are either not involved at all or they are invited to participate but not empowered to take part meaningfull....

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By Julian Malama 26-Jul-2023

Family Dysfunctionality and the Psychological Well-being of Primary School Pupils: A Case Study of St. Francis of Assisi Primary School Kikuyu Sub-County, Kenya

This case-study assessed family dysfunctionality and its effect on the psychological well-being of pupils of St. Francis of Assisi Primary School in Kiambu County, Kenya. The research objectives of this study were: to examine the prevalence of family dysfunctionality among pupils, to evaluate the level of psychological well-being among pupils, to assess the relationship between family dysfunctionality and psychological well-being among the pupils. This study was grounded on Adlerian Theory,....

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By Wanyama Duncan Juma 11-Jul-2023

AN ASSESSMENT OF FORMER BENEFICIARIES’ COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES IN RESOURCE MOBILIZATION AT CHILDREN OF GOD INSTITUTE-NYUMBANI

This study sought to assess the former beneficiaries’ communication strategies in resource mobilization at Children of God Institute-Nyumbani. The specific objective was to interrogate the communication strategies used to enhance former beneficiaries’ participation in resource mobilization campaigns at Children of God Institute-Nyumbani. The study adopted the participatory communication theory and Power/Interest Grid (Matrix) theory for stakeholders to understand the influence of stakeholder....

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By Francis Verye 17-Feb-2023

PSYCHODYNAMICS IN SCHOOL LEADERSHIP: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES

In recent times, leadership has been touted as a key determinant of organizational performance. Ideas on effective leadership are fronted in conferences, workshops, webinars and lecture halls. The ideological agora is awash in theories of and approaches to leadership that are presented as magic wands for effective leadership. Yet, in spite of the sea of ink spilled on the leadership discourse, societies continue to reel under the burden of poor leadership. There is a marked leadership deficit in....

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By Samuel Mbogo 09-Dec-2022

SEXUAL HARASSMENT

Sexual harassment refers to any repeated or unwanted sexual advance, sexually explicit derogatory remarks or sexually discriminatory remarks that are likely to cause the victim some discomfort or humiliation. Sexual harassment is a serious crime that negatively affects the freedom of the victims to freely carry out their obligations without interference, humiliation or discrimination. Sexual harassment has adverse negative effects to the victims. Psychologically, sexually harassed students are l....

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By Samuel Mbogo 09-Dec-2022

Qualitative research

The qualitative methodology is a kind of research that produces descriptive data based on peoples’ narratives and observable behavior. Qualitative approach is gaining popularity as an effective method of addressing social and economic problems as researchers are being able to collect data and explain phenomenon more deeply and exhaustively. Qualitative data is mainly collected through observations, interviews, surveys and documents analysis in order to find themes and meanings to inform the un....

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By Waika, Odilia  14-Nov-2022

Spirit Possession Among Secondary School Students In Karen-Nairobi, Kenya: Implications for Psycho-Spiritual Counselling Intervention

Spirit possession is as old as humanity and affects people irrespective of age, race, status and colour. Hence, cases of spirit possession among students in Kenyan secondary schools have been reported for some time now. As a result, this study examined the act of spirit possession among secondary school students in Karen-Nairobi, Kenya and also explored how psycho-spiritual counseling could be a way of intervention. The study was guided by the following objectives: To examine the self-concept of....

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By MARGARET THERESE KIUMA 14-Nov-2022

EFFECTS OF ALCOHOL ABUSE ON BEHAVIOUR OF THE YOUTH IN LANG’ATA SUB-COUNTY, KENYA: IMPLICATION FOR PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL THERAPY

There have been numerous cases of alcohol abuse among the youth in Lang’ata Sub-County of Kenya. The purpose of this study was to establish the effects of alcohol abuse on youth’s behaviour. The study was guided by the following objectives: To determine the effects of alcohol on psychological Behaviour of youth in Lang’ata Sub-County, Kenya; To examine the effects of alcohol on social behaviour of youth in Lang’ata Sub-County, Kenya; To find out the effects of alcohol on moral behaviour ....

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By Samuel Mbogo 18-Oct-2022

Creativity and innovation

Currently, every other business entity is being urged to be creative and innovative to remain competitive. Creativity and innovation are essential ingredients necessary for survival and success of businesses. For organizations to compete effectively in the modern world, they have to be creative and innovative. They need to continue evolving by applying new ideas to the way they perform their business processes. Specifically, an institution that is able to adapt to new and emerging t....

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By Jean Paul Kabore 11-Oct-2022

Strategies for Enhancing a Sense of Belonging for Psycho-Social Wellbeing of Priests in the Diocese of Dedougou, Burkina Faso

This article is on the strategies for enhancing a sense of belonging for psycho-social wellbeing of priests in the Diocese of Dedougou, Burkina Faso. The objective of the study was to identify the strategies that can enhance a sense of belonging for psycho-social wellbeing of priests in the Diocese of Dedougou. The study adopted the Embedded mixed method research design. The target population was 107 Diocesan Catholic priests of the Diocese of Dedougou. The study used a sample of 97 priests usin....

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By Francis Ogero Oteki 14-Sep-2022

Socio-cultural factors and entrepreneurial sustainability of church based social enterprises: A case of Brothers CMM Kenya/Tanzania Province

Socio-cultural factors have in several studies been cited as having contributed in the success and sustainability of many social enterprises. The Main objective of this study was to establish the relationship between the socio-cultural factors and the entrepreneurial sustainability of church based social enterprises; a case of Brothers CMM Projects, Kenya/Tanzania Province. The above main objective was studied under the following specific objectives; a) to examine the relationship between entrep....

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By Sam Mbogo 02-Aug-2022

Critical thinking

Critical thinking is applied in our daily life where we need to make decisions. Therefore, the ability to interpret, analyse and evaluate ideas and arguments are indispensable skills that every citizen should possess. Poor judgment can have serious ramifications to both the leaders and the followers. Similarly, conflicts are mainly caused by misunderstandings arising from illogical arguments and inadequate negotiation skills. To be able to solve daily problems, we need to be able to reason well ....

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By Sam Mbogo 15-Feb-2022

Challenges and Opportunities Brought About by COVID 19 Pandemic in Institutions of Higher Learning

COVID 19 has disrupted learning and inflicted losses in terms of lives and the economy. On a lighter note, it has also opened new opportunities in the education sector. Specifically, it is likely to accelerate the adoption of online learning.....

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By Samuel Mbogo 11-Oct-2020

INTEGRATED APPROACH TO CLINICAL DEPRESSION

Many people experience mental challenges that alters their normal way of thinking and functioning. Counselling is therefore intended to help such people overcome these challenges and be able to experience relief and return to their normal productive life. ....

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By Samuel Mbogo 12-Sep-2020

Counselling Skills

Many people experience mental challenges that alters their normal way of thinking and functioning. Counselling is therefore intended to help such people overcome these challenges and be able to experience relief and return to their normal productive life. ....

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By MARGARET THERESE KIUMA 27-Jul-2020

Family therapy

Family therapy refers to a group of treatment styles that target the group rather than the individual within the group. All of the styles are based on the notion that families share connection and by modifying one component of the system, you can affect the other components. This means the health of a family can play a major role in the success of recovery.....

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