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The Relationship between Female Girls Education Policies and Academic Performance of Female Students in Rwanda
No full textThe implementation of female education policies plays a significant role in promotion of academic performance and other schooling learning outcomes. The purpose of this study therefore was to establish the relationship between female girls’ education policies and academic performance of female students in Rusizi District in Rwanda. This study adopted correlation research design while structured questionnaires, interview guide and document reviews were used as data collection instruments. The target population was 283 respondents. The sample size was 166 obtained by the use of Yamane formula. The sample was obtained by the use of simple random and purposive sampling techniques. Questionnaire, interview guide and document review were used to collect the data. The findings revealed that 53.1% strongly agreed with recruiting and training gender sensitive teachers, 86.4% agreed with specifying the provision of alternative education for girls, 80.0% felt agreed with encouraging girls ‘participation. Thus, 77.0% felt female students received toilet support. The study recommended the government to make attention to the improvement of academic performance, education quality and pertinence in secondary schools and enable girls to achieve high level of learning outcomes. The community should abandon some harmful cultural practices faced by female students in secondary schools because they contribute to low esteem and ambitions. Secondary schools should adopt gender sensitive courses and give utter instructional materials like boos and other equipment.
Keywords: Education policy, Girls’ education, Academic performance, secondary schools, Rwanda
Racial, Income, Political, Tax and Healthcare Disparities in the United States of America: Thematic Literature Review
No full textBy covering the themes of racial disparities, political disparities, income, tax, and healthcare, it is possible to understand how institutional racism was ingrained in immigration policy and how this racism affects other critical areas. This literature review clearly shows that immigration policy was engineered to create an underclass of workers who would be willing to work under hard conditions while receiving relatively lower wages. Immigration policy has, however, not evolved to address the changing American society, which requires more inclusion and protection of rights, including those of immigrant workers. There is, therefore, the need for comprehensive immigration reform to address the challenges that characterize the current system.
Keywords: Racial, Political, Tax & Healthcar
Impact of Government Policies on Entrepreneurial Activities in Chile
No full textThe study sought to examine the impact of government policies on entrepreneurial activities in Chile. The research was a literature-based testimonial. The study found that government policy affects the entrepreneurial activities of businesses comprehensively. The government can initiate regulations and policies that guide businesses activities. Some rules, like minimum wage, are mandatory may determine the business's sovereignty. The businesses are expected to bind to the established policies, otherwise, they will be considered to act against the law. The government can implement a policy that changes the social behavior in the business environment. The government can underwrite the development of new technology that will bring the necessary change. Imposing on a particular sector more taxes or duties than are necessary will make the investors lose interest in that sector. Similarly, tax and duty exemptions on a particular sector trigger investment in it and may generate growth. The study concluded that its government policy affects the entrepreneurial activities of the businesses fabulously. The provision of financial resources to entrepreneurs is among the most prominent methods of promoting entrepreneurship in countries around the world. Additionally, the study concluded that even if the regulative setting toward entrepreneurship may arise reasonably quickly, it will take a longer time for understanding and business abilities to become widely dispersed in society, as well as the efforts to change the perspectives of society towards adoration of entrepreneurs will certainly be slower. The study also concluded that the existence of the CORFO program which runs under InnovaChile is accountable for supporting innovation in the country and also offering the entrepreneurs thinking about beginning their business in Chile. The study concluded that FOSIS and CORFO programs are promoting entrepreneurship activities in Chile given that they shield the infant entrepreneurs from well-established business units. The study recommended that the government policy need to be friendly to the business for them to expand. The government can work to offer a favorable environment that legitimizes entrepreneurship as a reputable occupation in their domestic economy. The study recommended that the tax level to the businesses need to be maintained low. There should be tax-exempts among the starting or growing businesses. The government plans need to be much more active in the promotion of entrepreneurship training as well as in the reinforcement of the role that universities, incubators and also entrepreneurship facilities. The FOSIS and CORFO programs which promote entrepreneurial activities ought to be backed up by the government through being offered the adequate resources which they require.
Keywords: Government Policies, Entrepreneurial Activities, Chil
Influence of Governance Practices on Performance of County Governments in Kenya
No full textThe Kenyan government acknowledges that there has been poor performance in the public sector over the years, especially in the management of public resources, which has hindered the realization of sustainable economic growth. Governance presents the single biggest opportunity for operational efficiency in any organization; therefore, its adoption is paramount in public sector management. The study examined the influence of governance practices on the performance of county governments in Kenya. Specifically, the study sought to establish how internal controls, stakeholder participation, internal audit standards, and transparency influence the performance of county governments in Kenya. The study employed a descriptive research design. The target population was Heads of Departments in all Ministries, Chief Officers of all Ministries, and Members of the County Assembly. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data. Data gathered from the questionnaires administered was analyzed with the help of SPSS and Microsoft Excel. The study used multiple linear regression and correlation analysis to show the relationship between the variables. The study findings indicated that internal controls, stakeholder participation, internal audit standards and transparency have a positive and significant relationship with on performance of county governments' in Kenya. The entire null hypotheses was rejected. The study recommends that the County Government should encourage stakeholders to participate by incorporating their views in governance processes. A feedback mechanism should also be delivered where stakeholders are informed of the process of their participation and the key decisions that result from the participation. Further, the study recommends that there is need for the county government to come up with its calendar of events on its activities.
Keywords: Internal Controls, Stakeholder Participation, Internal Audit Standards, Transparency, Performance & County Government
A Critical Review of Gastronomic Tourism Development in Kenya
No full textGastronomic tourism is an emerging niche tourism that plays a key role in sustaining tourism development. This paper critically reviews literature and identifies gaps on the concept of gastronomic tourism especially in the Kenyan context and gives recommendations on how to develop it further. It was found out that studies on gastronomic tourism are still limited in Kenya despite the benefits that a destination can reap from developing gastronomic tourism and that the development of gastronomic tourism as a form of tourism is still in its infancy. A number of recommendations have been made in this paper; firstly that there is need for stakeholder approach in research on gastronomic tourism, secondly documentation of authentic gastronomic aspects in every County and development of gastronomic tourism packages and routes is important. Thirdly, the development of a gastronomic tourism strategy within the broader tourism policy framework will go a long way in promoting gastronomic tourism in Kenya.
Key words: Sustainability, Gastronomic Tourism, Local foods, Cultural and Heritage Touris
Significance of the Hotel and Tourism Sector on Economic Development in Singapore
No full textThe hospitality sector plays a critical role in the tourism industry. The study examined the significance of the hotel and tourism sector on economic development in Singapore. The research study was literature review-based. The study findings indicated that the hotel and tourism sector is critical in enhancing the economic growth in Singapore. The study also found that the hotel and tourism sector is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the tourism sector. It is truly justified as accommodation is a critical part of the country's development. Tourism is also a potentially large employment opportunity and hotels constitute a significant part of this hospitality sector. The study further noted that the growth of hospitality largely depends on skills consisting of language and interaction abilities, courtesy, values, kindness, good practices, technique, conscientiousness, positive self-image, flexibility, imagination and punctuality. The study concluded that partnership could enhance financial growth. The increasingly crucial modern technology and progressively requiring customers call for even more compelling customer/employee interaction is vital. The study concluded that hotels industry earnings in Singapore are the main element that flaunts the tourist sector's earnings. The study recommended that the Singaporean government seriously tackle the tourist and hotel sector in the context of financial investment and advancement since the tourism field will integrate a vast range of economic tasks and is now regarded as one of the globe's most important markets. Hospitality and also tourism firms ought to also play even more focus on work-life balance and retention approaches. The study also recommended that to enhance a greater rate of interest among the Singapore hospitality students, several actions can be taken like the sector needs higher credibility, professionalism and trust. The Singapore Tourist Board ought to engage the hospitality and tourism associations, such as the Singapore Resort Association and Singapore Organization of Housekeepers, to take even more aggressive action in getting entailed with the hotels, polytechnics, and the public.
Keywords: Hotel, tourism, business, Economic Development, Singapor
Evaluation of the Corporate Governance as a determinant of Customers Satisfaction in the Golf Clubs in Nairobi City and Kiambu Counties, Kenya
No full textThe purpose of the study was to investigate the role of corporate governances on customer satisfaction in the golf clubs in Nairobi City and Kiambu Counties, Kenya. The study sample was a total of 799 respondents from 15 golf clubs within the study area, drawn from the clubs’ captains, golf managers, professional golf trainers, golfers/customers, and caddies. The cross-sectional descriptive survey was adopted where questionnaires, interviews, observation checklists and secondary sources were used for data collection. The study established a statistically significant relationship between corporate governance and customer satisfaction with a p=0.045<0.05. The study further recommended that good corporate governance should be implemented as an integral part of customers’ satisfaction goal within the golf clubs.
Keywords: Corporate Governance, Strategies, Customer Satisfaction, Captains, Golfer
Psychological Effect of Covid-19 on Persons Living with Disabilities: An Empirical Study Perspective from South Africa
No full textThe COVID-19 pandemic, in the first half-year of its existence, has impacted the lives of most people on Earth in one way or another. It is the first truly global pandemic in modern times and each of us has been forced to grapple with its effects, both individually and collectively. Several recently published articles have documented the mental health impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on different target populations along with available and acceptable modalities for preventing and treating these problems/disorders. Emerging research on COVID-19 shows that the coronavirus pandemic has increased psychological distress both in the general population and among high-risk groups. Behaviors such as physical distancing, as well as their social and economic impacts, are worsening mental health consequences. Research on the psychological impact of mass trauma. For persons with physical disabilities, the ability to achieve economic security and independence has very often been a goal kept out of reach by a variety of societal assumptions about their ability or inability to reliably fulfill professional requirements, their perceived increased rate of health-related absences or a host of other preconceptions. Persons living with disabilities may have a higher risk of contracting COVID-19 and increased complications associated with additional barriers to respect social distancing measures and lockdowns which push them into depression then psychological problems. The study was literature based which sought to examine the psychological effect of Covid-19 on persons living with disabilities in South Africa. The study found that The study further fond that many people with disabilities often already suffer from social isolation and the panic and measures surrounding the preventative measures of COVID-19 can increase that sense of isolation. The study concluded that having a disability does not increase, by itself, a person’s chances of contracting COVID-19. Pandemic related restrictions on services that people with disabilities rely on can be contributing factors in increasing their risks of contracting the virus or succumbing to other illnesses based on the lack of access to healthcare and programs for their pre-existing conditions which can then lead them into depression. The study hence recommends that People with disability should seek the counselling and psychosocial support they may need from appropriately trained health care professionals and also community-based lay and peer counsellors, on their own or with the support of family, friends, neighbors or caregivers.
Keywords: Psychological, Effect, Covid-19, Disabilities, South Afric
Investigating the Challenges, the Claretian Community Might Be Facing in Living Effectively the Religious Commitments in Ibadan, Nigeria
No full textThis study investigated the issues that might be militating against the authentic community living in the Claretian Formation House in Ibadan, Nigeria. The objective of the study was to: To investigate the Challenges of Urban Cultures in the Community of Claretian formation in Ibadan, Nigeria. To find out the Challenges and Effect of Cultural differences in the community of Claretian formation in Ibadan, Nigeria. To explore on the Coping Strategies used in mitigating the issues of Economy of Exclusion in the Community of Claretians Formation in Ibadan, Nigeria. To explain the possible solutions to the challenges of pastoral individualism faced by Community of Claretian formation in Ibadan, Nigeria. The research used a convergent parallel mixed method research design that comprises of both qualitative and quantitative methods. The study used census method to select 57 participants, where all the participants of the target population of the study participated in the study. The study used purposive sampling to select 47 participants for quantitative strand and 10 participants for qualitative strands. Data collected was analyzed using SPSS version 21.The quantitative data from the close-ended items in the questionnaire were coded and analyzed using frequencies, percentages, bar chart, and pie chart and presented in tables and figures. The qualitative data was analyzed according to the emerging themes and in line with the research objectives and presented in narrative form.
Keywords: Claretian Community, Living Effectively, Religious Commitments & Ibadan, Nigeria.
 
Relationship between Communication and Marital Satisfaction among Christian Couples: A Case Study of Two Selected Churches in Nairobi County, Kenya
No full textThere exists high rate of marital dissatisfaction due to marital conflicts, even among church couples. This study sought to examine the relationship between communication and marital satisfaction in Christian married couples in two selected churches in Nairobi County. The study adopted a quantitative research method and used a descriptive study research design. The findings indicated that there was a statistically significant strong positive correlation between marital satisfaction and communication. The study concluded that communication was critical to the quality of a marriage. This implies that the greater the qualities of communication in a marriage, the greater the quality of marital satisfaction. The research recommended that the church should create greater awareness of the importance and significance of constructive conflict resolution as a vehicle for enhancing marital satisfaction among Christian couples.
Keywords: Communication, Marital Satisfaction, Christian Couple