The Realities of Implementing First Language (L1) for Instruction in Lower Primary Schools in Ghana

Authors: Ivy Kesewaa Nkrumah, PhD (University of Cape Coast, Ghana) and Stella Yemisi Erinosho (University of Cape Coast, Ghana) Abstract: In May 2002, Ghana approved the use of English as the language of instruction (LOI) in lower primary schools. In 2012 however, a new policy was declared on using the Ghanaian language, the first language […]

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Influence of Socio-Economic and Institutional Factors on the Adoption of Conservation Agriculture in Bahi District, Tanzania

Author: Saimon G. Mbaga (Sokoine University of Agriculture, Tanzania), Prof. Yonika M. Ngaga, PhD (Sokoine University of Agriculture, Tanzania) and Greyson Z. Nyamoga, PhD (Sokoine University of Agriculture, Tanzania) Abstract: This study sought to establish the influence of socio-economic and institutional factors on the adoption of conservation agriculture in Bahi District, Tanzania. This study used

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Adolescent Students’ Sexual Behaviors: Experiences from the Eastern Ghana Special Schools for the Deaf

Authors: Frank Wisdom Kwasi Kloh (St. Ambrose College of Education, Dormaa Akwamu, Ghana) and Frank Acheampong (St. Ambrose College of Education, Dormaa Akwamu, Ghana) Abstract: This study assessed adolescent students’ sexual behaviors in eastern region schools for the deaf in Eastern Ghana. The study used the descriptive survey design, which describes, analyzes and interprets conditions

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Influence of Parenting Styles on Public Secondary School Students’ Academic Performance in Iringa, Tanzania

Author: Gladness Emmanuel Mighay (University of Iringa, Tanzania) Abstract: The purpose of this study was to examine the influence of parenting styles on students’ academic performance in public secondary schools in Iringa, Tanzania. The study employed the survey research design with a sample of 100 respondents out the population of 600 students from selected schools.

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A Review of the History of Mungiki Movement in Kenya, From 2002 to 2012

Author: Samwel Ongwen Okuro, PhD (University of Iringa, Tanzania) Abstract: The militias’ movement have become a key player in the perpetration of politically instigated violence in Kenya. The rise of militia groups as player in political violence has generated responses from several quarters, including law enforcement and civil society organizations. Despite the government directives, Mungiki

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Causes and Remedies for Secondary School Learners’ Low English Speaking Proficiency in Musanze District, Rwanda

Authors: Pascasie Nyirahabineza, Tabaro Cyprien, PhD (University of Rwanda) and Mugirase Gloriose, PhD (University of Rwanda) Abstract: This study sought to explore causes and remedies for secondary school learners ’low speaking proficiency in English in Musanze District, Rwanda, using the quantitative approach. Out of the population of 459 teachers and students in three selected schools,

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Ethical Dilemmas in African Human Resource Management: A Literature Review

Authors: Hadija Matimbwa, PhD (Mbeya University of Science and Technology, Tanzania) and Mugisha Kamala, PhD (Tanzania Institute of Accountancy, Tanzania) Abstract: In the African context, the management of human resources (HR) involves the navigation of intricate ethical issues influenced by a myriad of social, cultural and economic factors. This study, based on systematic literature review,

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Migration and Settlement of Ethnic Communities in Relation to Land Question in Laikipia County, Kenya

Authors: Bradley Barasa Namunyu (Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kenya), Prof. Pontian Godfrey Okoth (Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kenya) and Kizito Muchanga (Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kenya) Abstract: Laikipia County experienced the land question arising from migration and settlement that stretched over a century. In spite of

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Influence of Demographic Factors on Loan Portfolio Quality in the Savings and Credit Cooperatives Societies in Tanzania

Authors: Festo Mwaipaja (The Open University of Tanzania) and Prof. Joseph Magali, PhD (The Open University of Tanzania) Abstract: This study determined the influence of demographic factors on loan portfolio quality in Tanzania, focusing on the Hazina SACCOS. The sample of the study was 134 out of 423 borrowers from Dar es saalam and Dodoma

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Corporate Social Responsibility: A Paradigm Shift towards Organizational Care for Employees’ Wellbeing

Author: Josephine Ganu, PhD (Adventist University of Africa, Kenya) Abstract: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has gained significant attention in recent years, with organizations increasingly focusing on their impact on society and the environment. However, while many organizations prioritize external stakeholders, the well-being of internal stakeholders, particularly employees, is often overlooked. This article contends that an

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