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Introduction Land is an important resource in society. Land is the anchor to which productive activities such as agriculture, mining, construction, and entrepreneurship take place. Land utilization is mostly guided by its potential, which depends on existence of natural resources and climatic conditions. Historically, arid and semi-arid lands (ASALs) are characterized by water scarcity, extreme […]

Introduction National unity results from shared values, vision, purpose, and aspirations irrespective of the ethnic, cultural, economic, religious or any other superficial status of people. The key pillars of national unity include education, economic and social interactions, and equitable distribution of national resources. The council of elders are crucial in promoting these pillars for economic

Introduction Marginalized communities are defined in Article 260 of the Constitution of Kenya (2010) as communities that have been unable to fully participate in social and economic activities. These include relatively small populations, traditional communities seeking to preserve their culture and identity from assimilation, an indigenous community that has maintained a traditional lifestyle such as

Introduction Inclusive education is a process through which all learners’ needs are considered in the education system. Addressing inclusivity not only means access to education but also refining learning methods that allow all children learn and develop skills that are required in the labour market. Sustainable Development Goal number 4 calls for inclusive and equitable

Introduction The Constitution of Kenya (2010) ushered in a transformative public service through devolution where public service and decision making was brought closer to communities (County Governments Act, 2012). At the heart of this transformative process lies the 47 county administrations. This paradigm shift not only redefined Kenya’s political structure but also aims to revolutionize service

Introduction Multiparty democracy refers to a form of democracy in which multiple political parties compete for power through free and fair elections, and where citizens have the freedom to choose among different political alternatives. In a multiparty democracy, political power is distributed among several parties, each representing diverse interests and ideologies.  Civil rights refer to

Introduction Sustainable Development Goal 5 on gender equality underscores the importance of equal treatment of individuals regardless of their gender. Gender equality is not only an ideal, but is a commitment to breaking down barriers, changing the way people think about gender, and creating an atmosphere where all sectors including athletics can have equal male

Introduction School feeding programme is a vital food security measure that tackles hunger and provides educational and health benefits to vulnerable children (World Food Programme, 2020). Sustainable Development Goal 2 (SDG2) targets to end hunger, achieve food security, and improve nutrition. Similarly, the African Union (AU) recognizes the importance of school feeding programme initiatives as

Introduction Since its establishment in 1966, the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) has played a pivotal role in financing healthcare in the country. Originally, NHIF was designed to cover citizens with a regular income. Consequently, it excluded a significant portion of the population from obtaining health insurance. Although efforts were made to expand coverage to