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The Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on the Performance of the Floriculture Sector in Kenya: A Case Study of Karen Roses, Ravine Branch, Baringo County (2016-2021)
No full textThis study examined the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on the performance of the floriculture sector in Kenya with a specific reference and focus on Karen Roses from the year 2016 to 2021.The floriculture industry is one of the largest sectors that helps in the contribution of the Kenyan GDP. Kenya has been the leading exporter to Europe with about 25 percent on the market share. COVID-19 has had a particularly negative impact on Kenya\u27s cut-flower industry, which have long been a vital supplier for shops, weddings, and funerals in Europe and abroad. The company lost a crucial portion of its logistical supply chain due to restrictions on international flights and domestic transportation. Weddings, funerals, and other public gatherings all came to a halt and were severely reduced around the world, and demand for the commodity peaked. As a result, several flower growers, including Karen Roses, were compelled to throw away unsold blossoms. The study specifically focused on the following objectives: to investigate how the COVID-19 affected the production of the flowers, to determine the effects of Health Protocols on the Performance of Floriculture and to find out the policies and programs they implemented to cope up with COVID-19 pandemic. The study’s target population was 220 flower farms in Kenya with Karen Roses being the study population. The primary data was collected using questionnaires both open and closed methods and secondary data analyzed with Microsoft Excel and presented using descriptive statistics such as the pie charts and graphs. In order to understand how to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic and be ready to handle in the event of a future pandemic, this research project will also benefit the management sector of other flower farms, which will use it to make policy decisions. The key findings of this study were as follows; on the first research question which was to determine the effect of COVID-19 on the production of flowers, we found out that the descriptive statistics showed that production was affected by COVID-19, however, the inferential statistic implied the opposite that production was not affected by COVID-19, on the second research question which was to determine how the health protocols affected the performance of floriculture sector, we found out that both the descriptive statistics and inferential statistic showed that health protocols affected the performance of floriculture sector, hence we achieved our objective, on the third research question which was to find out if the measures that they implemented helped them cope up with COVID-19 pandemic, we found out that both the descriptive statistics and inferential statistic showed that the measures implemented affected the performance of floriculture sector, hence we achieved our objective. The study recommends the following policies which will help in case of any pandemic in the future; subsidy policy, monetary policy, fiscal policy and non-restrictions for the cargo freights policy. Other recommendations for further research were to use the logistic linear model because the data is categorical, in the event that new ideas are developed as a result of our work, we advise that existing hypotheses be reviewed and expanded during subsequent research and based on a case study that includes the majority of Kenya\u27s flower farms, we advise conducting more research on the overall impact of COVID-19 on the performance of the floriculture sector
An Empirical Investigation into how Nigerian Skit Makers Portray Cross Dressing on Facebook and Its Impact on Public Perception
No full textThe study focused on public perception of the depiction of cross dressing among Nigeria skit makers on Facebook. The study was guided by four research objectives. Based on the nature of the study, survey research method was adopted as the research design and Marshal McLuhan’s Technological Determinism Theory was the theoretical framework for the study. The instrument for data collection was an online Google form questionnaire that was distributed to Facebook users online who were randomly selected from three comedy skit making group on Facebook. Taro Yamane’s formula was used for sample size selection of 400 Respondents from a population of 46,061,400 Facebook users in Nigeria. However, 385 responses were received; representing 96.3% out of whom 36.9% were males and 63.1% were females. Findings from the study showed that the public perceive cross dressing by Nigeria skit makers on Facebook as hilarious; also, social recognition was found to be the major factor that motivates cross dressing skits on Facebook and the viewership of cross dressed skits on Facebook does not influence the viewers’ offline sense of dressing and behaviour. Based on the findings of the study, the researchers recommended the need for public enlightenment about cross dressing skits on Facebook and other social media platforms, so that the public becomes aware that such skits are basically for entertainment and for social recognition by the skit makers. Also, skit makers should include in their contents/skits issues challenging our society and how the society can be free of these vices, even while being entertained
College Students Returning Hometown to Start a New Business for Rural Revitalization from the Perspective of Family
No full textEntrepreneurship education is conducive to the development of entrepreneurial activities, such as the introduction of entrepreneurial activities into the countryside, more conducive to rural revitalization. However, few studies have explored the issue of college students returning hometown to start businesses from the perspective of family, and there is still a gap in the theory of entrepreneurship and rural revitalization. Therefore, the purpose of this paper is to explore their views on college students returning hometown to start their own business based on the family view. The top application-oriented university in Guizhou Province, China, was taken as the research object, and interviews 13 families to obtain the data needed for analysis. The analysis results show that about 70% of families’ support college students returning hometown to start businesses; Moreover, these supporters may be motivated by self-interest, hoping to have children to rely on when they are old. Secondly, families do not support their children to return hometown to start businesses, mainly because of the funding, policies and environment, which are basically consistent with the existing research. Whether college students can return hometown to start businesses successfully and whether rural revitalization can be enabled, a very important factor is the cultivation of college students\u27 entrepreneurial spirit and the family\u27s recognition of this entrepreneurial spirit. Finally, this study suggests that the party and government departments should strengthen policy support, strengthen publicity, and encourage college students with entrepreneurial ideas and relevant basic conditions to return hometown to start businesses. Higher educations should strengthen the integration of entrepreneurship courses and rural revitalization, and strengthen the connotation construction of entrepreneurship education and its contribution to rural revitalization
Ecologically Based Rodent Management (EBRM): A Promising Approach to Resolving Conflict between Man and Rodent Pest Species in Nigerian Agro-ecosystem
No full textThe rising population of human being and advancement in technology mark the advent of conflict between man and the lower vertebrate species counterpart notably rodent species. Meanwhile, these rodent species cannot be denied the right to live. With introduction of settled Agriculture, natural flora are removed and crops are introduced to create agro-ecosystem within which the biotic components continue to interact, but as pests because of their infringement on what human is producing for the sustenance of his population. This prompted man to wage war against the rodent pest species by using conventional rodent control via the use of synthetic pesticides which poses health and environmental risks.
Though accorded the pest status, these lower vertebrate species serve tremendous ecological roles in the ecosystem. In the light of this, EBRM has been considered as the way forward in the effective management of rodent pest population and is viewed as a strategy that is sustainable, economical, and minimally damaging to the environment. Therefore, this paper was aimed at reviewing ecologically based rodent management (EBRM) as a promising approach to resolving conflict between man and rodent pest species in Nigerian agro-ecosystem
Risk Reduction Functions at Oil and Gas Facilities in the Niger-Delta Region, Nigeria
No full textThis paper presents an investigation into the state of risk reduction functions, specifically focusing on safety barriers, within the oil and gas facilities in Niger-Delta region, Nigeria. With the industry\u27s inherent hazards, including extraction, processing, and transportation risks, the investigation assessed the implementation of technical, operational, and organizational barriers. The methodology used involves a cross-sectional research design utilizing surveys and questionnaires validated by industry professionals. Reliability of collected data were evaluated by the test-retest method, yielding a Cronbach alpha reliability coefficient of 0.88, using XLSTAT version 16. Descriptive analysis and criterion mean aid in data interpretation. Findings highlight the diverse landscape of technical strategies, with crucial components like blow-out preventers and fire detection systems showing varying maintenance schedules across facilities. Operational and organizational barriers, such as personnel competency and policy presence, exhibit recognition but inconsistency in review intervals. Aligning with existing literature, discrepancies in maintenance practices underscore the need for standardized approaches. Regular and systematic maintenance of safety barriers emerges as pivotal in preventing catastrophic events. The study advocates for uniformity in practices, emphasizing the importance of collaborative efforts among stakeholders to foster a culture of safety and adherence to industry standards. This research provides insights into the current state of safety barriers, offering recommendations for standardization, regular training programs, and collaborative initiatives to enhance safety measures within the dynamic oil and gas landscape in the Niger-Delta region. It serves as a foundational study for further research aimed at fostering a safer operational environment and mitigating risks in the industry
Energy Efficiency and Conservation of Hotels in Ghana: A Systematic Review Article
No full textObjective: This study seeks to review on energy efficiency and conversation of hotels in Ghana.
Methods: The reviewed studies adopted a cross-sectional study design. A systematic review was carried out with the aid of online research journal websites as well as other in-context articles. While conducting this study, the key words in the search query were directed towards energy efficiency and conversation of hotels in Ghana. Areas noted in relation to this study was use of green practices in hotels. Therefore, there was linkage of papers pointing out on energy efficiency and conversation of hotels in Ghana.
Results: According to Appiah et al. study on sustainable energy systems and green practices, majority (71.8%) noted that they do not implement and depend largely on renewable energy programs. Only a few indicated they either use or implement renewable energy always, sometimes and some are yet to start its usage. According to Mensah’s study, energy-efficient light bulbs (94.2%), linen and towel reuse (74%), staff training in eco-friendly practices (72%), eco-friendly cleaning products (72%), and support for the local community (70%), were the most commonly used eco-friendly practices in hotels in Accra. According to Boateng’s study, on green hotel development, hotels are perceived to impact the natural environment negatively and the responses given below by respondents were in contention with the fact that high levels of energy consumption is one of the key impact of hotels on the environment.
Conclusion: In conclusion, the studies conducted by the researchers shed light on various aspects of sustainable energy systems, green practices, and environmental awareness
A Critical Analysis and Appraisal of the World Bank Project of Healthcare System in Montenegro: An International Project Management Perspective
No full textInternational interventional projects exert great impact on the target countries. This study appraises the World Bank’s healthcare system improvement project in the Republic of Montenegro. From the perspective of international project management appraisal of an overseas project, the study makes a systematic thematic review and a critical objective exposition of the Bank’s publication on the project, drawing evidential insights from professional and experiential knowledge and methods. It also relied on relevant secondary data, sourced from the internet and several offline libraries. Based on the nature of the study, descriptive survey and qualitative analysis are employed alongside suitable analytic techniques. The analysis demonstrates that regardless of the inherent country-based challenges that confronted the project, its overall impact is huge and the attained success is satisfactory, though not very satisfactory. It concludes that the project has significantly and sustainably changed the narratives of the erstwhile healthcare system of Montenegro, as operations, practices and access to healthcare services in Montenegro got improved till date. The study calls on World Bank and other like institutions to do more for developing nations in dire needs of lifesaving projects. They are charged to have post-project completion monitoring mechanisms and programs that allow for sustenance and maintenance of the projects, such as that on healthcare system improvement in Montenegro
Comprehensive Nursing Interventions in Heart Failure Management: Challenges, Opportunities, and Best Practices
No full textHeart failure (HF) is a prevalent and complex chronic condition in which the heart is unable to pump blood effectively, leading to fluid buildup and impaired organ function. Effective HF management requires a holistic approach, combining pharmacological interventions, lifestyle modifications, and continuous monitoring. Nurses play a pivotal role in managing HF through interventions such as patient education, medication adherence support, lifestyle counseling, and symptom monitoring. These interventions have been shown to improve patient outcomes, including better symptom control, reduced hospital readmissions, and enhanced quality of life. However, challenges remain, such as ensuring patient adherence and overcoming barriers to accessing necessary resources. Addressing these issues through personalized strategies, resource expansion, and ongoing professional development for healthcare providers can further enhance care delivery. Continued research and innovation in nursing practices are critical for advancing heart failure management and optimizing patient care
Associating the Instructional Practices and Self-efficacy of Teachers in Selected Public Elementary Schools in Antique, Philippines
No full textThis study assessed the instructional practices of public elementary teachers in planning, teaching, and assessing relative to sex, age, length of teaching experience, educational attainment, and current teaching position. It also determined their self-efficacy in behavioral management, instruction, motivation, and non-teaching tasks relative to the demographics. Likewise, it correlated their instructional practices and self-efficacy. This employed the descriptive-correlational design where 192 public elementary teachers in a school division in Central Philippines responded to the validated and reliability-tested researcher-made questionnaires. In data analysis, mean, standard deviation and Pearson product-moment correlation coefficient were utilized. Generally, the teachers rated high instructional practice in planning, teaching, and assessing. Their self-efficacy was found high in behavioral management and instruction while very high in motivation and non-teaching tasks. Finally, a significant positive relationship (r=0.807, p<0.001) was found between instructional practices and self-efficacy. These findings imply that enhancing teachers\u27 competence in planning, teaching, and assessing may positively influence their self-efficacy. The study recommends focused interventions in these areas to ensure successful instructional processes and improve educational outcomes
A Comparative Analysis of Safety Programs and Employee Productivity in Oil and Gas Versus Construction Industries in the Niger Delta Region
No full textThis study assesses the impact of safety programmes on employee productivity in selected Oil and Gas and Construction industries in the Niger Delta. A descriptive cross-sectional design was used, surveying 390 employees through structured questionnaire distributed online. Data analyses were conducted using IBM SPSS (version 26) and Xlstat (version 16), with reliability of constructs confirmed by Cronbach\u27s alpha values between 0.630 and 0.916. Bartlett’s and Kaiser-Meyer-Olkin (KMO) tests established the suitability of Principal Component Analysis (PCA), and a Multiple Correspondence Analysis (MCA) explored the relationship between reward mechanisms for safety compliance across industries. The findings show that Management Commitment (MC) is highest in Oil and Gas (Multinational) companies (mean = 4.56), correlating with higher productivity (mean = 4.16), while Construction (Indigenous) companies score the lowest (mean = 3.49), with reduced productivity (mean = 4.05). Safety Participation (SP) and Safety Compliance (SC) are consistently strong across industries, particularly in Oil and Gas (Multinational), which also leads in Safety Promotional Policies (SPP) and Safety Training (ST), both linked to higher productivity. Safety Knowledge (SK) and Employee Involvement (EI) also show positive associations with productivity, especially in Multinational firms. In all, the study highlights that robust safety management practices, especially in Multinational Oil and Gas companies, significantly enhance employee productivity. Strengthening safety parameters like management commitment, compliance, and training is essential for improving productivity across industries. Given that the multinational companies in oil & gas and construction industries in Niger Delta are currently ahead of indigenous companies, it is recommended that indigenous companies should improve and invest in effective workplace safety programmes