Establishment of manufacturing firms in a given location is expected to create employment and reduce poverty. Kenyan counties are no exception; for them to continuously address existing unemployment and high poverty ...

This study investigates the relationship between electricity consumption and output produced by the manufacturing sector in Kenya, while accounting for fixed investment, employment (labour), and prices of oil and ...

Many countries, Kenya included, are aware of the developmental potential the diaspora can offer to their countries of origin, especially through their remittances. This study sought to explore the extent to which Kenya ...

Innovation is a key driving force for economic development and competitiveness in the 21st century. Patents provide incentives for innovation, knowledge creation and transfer. The patent system has long been used as a ...

This study sought to understand what influences urban household demand for housing in Kenya, given the persistent inadequacies of housing amidst various policy interventions. Limited understanding of housing demand among ...

Chinese activity in Africa is increasing at an exponential rate and Kenya is no exception. As the Kenyan government embraces the “Look East” policy, it has to deploy strategies to ensure that its engagements with China ...

Violent victimization among individuals is one of the policy concerns of the Government of Kenya, because it imposes economic, social and physical implications on individuals, society and the country. Establishing a ...

This study investigates the effects of integration process, trade and foreign direct investment (FDI) on economic growth of East African Community (EAC) member countries. Using a panel data and a single equation model, ...

Land is an important asset for economic, social and cultural development in Kenya. Agriculture is a key sector in the Kenyan economy, which requires optimal and sustainable use of agricultural land available. Insecure ...

Malnutrition in children below the age of five years is critical due to the developmental requirements of that age. Dietary intake and diseases are the immediate causes of malnutrition, which are influenced by food ...