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MATCH FIXING’ IN INVESTOR STATE ARBITRATION: PROCESS & INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENTS LIMITED V FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA: John S Nyanje
Get PDFMatch fixing has been defined in organised sports as the act of playing or officiating a match with the intention of achieving a pre-determined result, which is seen as violating the rules of the game and often the law.1It sometimes takes the form of a player deciding to commit certain errors during the match in order to achieve a certain result. This is mostly influenced by bribery and blackmail from bookmakers.2It seems that investor-state dispute settlement (ISDS) is now so lowly valued that it would be comparable to the rot of match fixing in competitive sports. Process & Industrial Developments Limited (P&ID) v Federal Republic of Nigeria3is a classic example of how the rot and corruption in ISDS is endemic especially in Global South states. It is an example of how players in an ISDS case can collude to achieve a desired outcome at the expense of truth and justic
Africa and international law: An ode to Taslim Olawale Elias: Elvis Mogesa Ongiri
Get PDFThe study of great personalities is an important venture as it retains the relevant cultural traditions and values and depicts the evolution of legal thought and practice. This is a study of the Nigerian jurist, Taslim Olawale Elias, in the form of a biographic. This paper aims to continue research, exploring the legacies of past greats African thinkers and their contributions to the present state of affairs. It focuses on Elias’ contribution to the understanding of the involvement of Africa in the development of international law, the workings of the International Court of Justice, and finally, the emergent trends of public international law
Bonaya Adhi Godana: A legacy of leadership, scholarship and diplomacy: Jabez Oyaro
Get PDFThis article delves into the life, career, and enduring impact of Bonaya Adhi Godana, a prominent Kenyan legal luminary, scholar, politician and diplomat. This article chronicles Dr Godana’s contributions to scholarship, leadership and diplomacy together with his rise from humble beginnings to becoming a key figure in Kenya\u27s political landscape and Africa’s international law. As a critical thinker and insightful policymaker, Dr Godana’s ideas and perspectives shaped discussions on foreign policy, constitutional matters, and the role of the executive. The article also examines the tragic circumstances of his untimely death in a plane crash, reflecting on the profound loss felt by the nation. Through his legacy of service, Dr Godana continues to inspire discussions on effective governance, citizen participation, and the complex interplay between leadership and foreign affairs
The Effect of Product and Process Technological Innovation Strategies on Organization Performance in the Kenya Communication Industry. A Case of Safaricom Kenya: Effect of Product and Process Technological Innovation Strategies on Organization Performance in the Kenya Communication Industry. A Case of Safaricom Kenya
No full textThe accelerating pace of technological innovations has affected many organizations’ performance today. Some firms respond defensively, seeing technology as a problem, while others through strategic use of technological innovation strategies gain permanent advantage. The study analysed the effect of product and process technological innovation strategies on organization performance in the Kenya communication industry. The study adopted ex post facto research design. It used secondary data obtained from company publications, journals, periodicals and internet information. Correlation analysis was also used to establish the relationships that exist between the variables of the study namely innovation and technology management practices and business survival. Analysis of data collected was compared with the theoretical approaches and documentations cited in the literature review. This study contributes to the existing body of scientific knowledge on information systems. Managers responsible for strategy may use the findings to formulate effective monitoring and control systems to metigate against the challenges while formulating and adopting business strategies. Academics and business researchers will borrow from the findings of this research to support literary citations do further research. First the regression results revealed that there was a positive and significant correlation between product innovation strategy and performance (b =0.701, p = 0.000<0.05). Multiple regression analysis confirmed an increase in product innovation led to an increase in performance and this was significant. Further results revealed insignificant relationship between process innovation and performance (b =0.217, p = 0.061>0.05). The study concludes that among the technological innovation strategies included in the study, product innovation strategy had the most influence on performance of Safaricom (K) Limited. From the results the process innovation had no effect on performance of Safaricom (K) Limited
Dean\u27s foreword
No full textReligion tells us that words hold untold power. That the simplewords ‘let there be …’ brought the entire universe into existence, thatmere words rendered the sun motionless, and that words themselvesbecame flesh, and once transmuted, gave hope to the poor, healed thesick, and resurrected the dead, among other miracles
Representations of Gender Based Violence in Kenyan Soaps and their Reverberation on Audience attitudes, perceptions and Behaviour
Get PDFThis research study adopted an analytical design to examine the representations of gender-based violence in Kenyan soap operas and their reverberation on viewer attitudes, perceptions, and behaviour. Grounded in media representation, framing theory, and social constructivism, the study explored the multifaceted depictions of gender-based violence within these popular television dramas. Employing content analysis and focus group discussions as research methods, the study aimed to uncover patterns, themes, and underlying messages pertaining to gender-based violence in the selected soap operas. Through content analysis, the research analyzed the portrayal of gender-based violence, while focus group discussions provided a platform to delve into viewer perspectives, interpretations, and responses to these representations. By combining these research methods, this study endeavored to illuminate the impact and consequences of these media portrayals on viewer attitudes, perceptions, and behaviour. The findings of this study will contribute valuable insights to media policy and practice, social intervention strategies, and audience engagement approaches
STAKEHOLDER-INVOLVEMENT IN WATER RESOURCE RELATED CONFLICT MANAGEMENT IN LAKE TURKANA BASIN OF KENYA
Get PDFLake Turkana is the largest permanent desert lake in the world and a crucial water source in Turkana County, sustaining thousands of livelihoods. The ethnic groups are primarily nomadic pastoralists. The region is heavily prone to perennial water resources related conflict resulting into perennial displacement of human beings and animals. Prior studies established that perennial resource conflict is fuelled by stakeholders. The study aimed to determine stakeholders\u27 participation in managing water resource conflict in Kenya\u27s Lake Turkana Basin. A descriptive research design anchored on negotiation theory was applied. A sample of 36 respondents were contacted through a structured questionnaire, Key Informant Interview (KII) schedule, observation guide and Focused Group Discussions (FGDs). The study revealed limited stakeholder exposure to conflict management and biased participation. The study concluded that stakeholder involvement and poor stakeholder identification bred water resource related conflict. In matters conflict management, the under-developed road structures and poor communication facilities make it difficult to mobilize people in the vast lake basin The study recommends broader stakeholder inclusion in future conflict management, applying Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) methods such as enhanced traditional dispute resolution mechanism, mediation and negotiation
Influence of Strategic Formulation on the Performance of Small and Medium Manufacturing Enterprises in Kenya
Get PDFThis study addressed the influence of strategic formulation on the performance of Small and Medium Manufacturing Enterprises in Kenya. Methodically, the study was guided by the positivist research philosophy and applied cross-sectional descriptive research design. The population of the study targeted was 622 Small and Medium Manufacturing Enterprises registered under the Kenya Association of Manufacturers membership, based in Kenya. Stratified random sampling technique was adopted to select 243 managers and business owners. Primary data was collected using a structured questionnaire based on the research objectives. Data collection was conducted in a structured inexpensive and minimal time-consuming manner, assisting in answering the when, who, where, what, and how questions and also to determine whether a relationship exists between the dependent and independent variables. Both descriptive and inferential analysis were employed for analysis. The descriptive statistics revealed that mission had the highest average mean of 4.19, while vision, goals, and policies had an average mean of 4.12 each. Regression analysis found that strategic formulation significantly predicted performance, ꞵ = .300, t =7.292, p = .000, hence the null hypothesis was rejected. The study concluded that strategic formulation substantially influences the performance of Small and Medium Manufacturing Enterprises in Kenya. the study therefore recommends that the management should also review the mission, vision, goals, and policies of the firms frequently and accordingly as it helps in performance improvement
The First-principles calculation of elastic and electronic structure properties of hexagonal Antiperovskite-type carbides XCCr3 (X=Al, Ga or Zn) materials
No full textHexagonal chromium-based Antiperovskite materials have been attracting a lot of research interest lately as a result of their superconducting properties. In this study, the elastic and electronic structure properties of XCCr3 (X= Al, Ga or Zn) were investigated using first-principles density functional theory within the generalized gradient approximations using Quantum Espresso code. Shear Modulus (G), Young’s Modulus (E), Bulk modulus (B), Poisson ratios (υ), and Zener anisotropy factor (A) values are calculated and evaluated in calculations of elastic properties. Mechanical stability and stiffness of these materials are determined and XCCr3 (X= Al, Ga or Zn) compounds are found to be mechanically stable at zero pressure. The Fermi level locates at the vicinity of the density of states (DOS) peak, which leads to large DOS at the Fermi level N(EF) with values of 4.89, 5.72, and 4.32 states/eV for AlCCr3, GaCCr3, and ZnCCr3 respectively. The band structures are similar to that of superconducting Antiperovskite MgCNi3
The Effects of Monitoring and Evaluation on Delivery of Quality HIV Care Services in County Hospitals: A Case Study of Isiolo County Referral Hospital
No full textDeveloping countries face significant difficulties that are identified with the arrangement of low-quality medical care administrations which have been ascribed to insufficient information and abilities compounded with low staff individuals. M&E in Kenya is feeble with helpless data and information sharing. Nonetheless, the current M&E frameworks actually have disconnected exercises, various program-explicit M&E structures and the current M&E frameworks fulfilling the revealing necessities of benefactors. These difficulties have made a powerless culture of data use and request and provision of quality HIV care services. The purpose of the study; toascertain the effects of monitoring and evaluation on delivery of quality HIV care services in county hospitals. The study was guided by the following research objectives; To establish the effect of processes analysis on delivery of quality HIV care services, to examine the effect of continuous monitoring on delivery of quality HIV care services, to understand the effect of proper documentation and data reporting on delivery of quality HIV care services and to examine the effect of quality technology on delivery of quality HIV care services. The study was guided by the theory of change and program theory. The study targets 25 respondents, health care workers providing the HIV care services. The data collection tools used included; questionnaire-guided guided interview. Descriptive research design was used in the study. Qualitative data was used and analyzed using descriptive statistic while qualitative data using content analysis, the content of the open finished inquiries is considered and partitioned into topics guided by the destinations of the examination. However, Qualitative data will likewise be changed into quantitative data and broke down by the assistance of SPSS as per the main objectives of the research. The data will be utilizing frequency tables, bar graphs and pie charts