As we conclude this Volume, the African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences (ARJESS) reflects on the diverse and impactful scholarship presented in these pages. The studies featured in this edition offer valuable insights into some of the most pressing challenges in education, social policy, and community development. We extend our sincere appreciation to our authors, reviewers, and readers whose dedication and intellectual contributions continue to sustain and strengthen ARJESS as a platform for rigorous academic dialogue. To those engaging with ARJESS for the first time, we warmly welcome you to a scholarly community committed to advancing knowledge and fostering research that contributes to meaningful social transformation.
This issue covers a range of vital topics, beginning with the effects of instituted management strategies on school enrollment in Kenya, offering important perspectives on how administrative decisions can significantly influence student retention and access to education. Another critical study explores the impact of noise pollution on students’ learning in Tanzania, shedding light on how environmental factors can disrupt academic achievement. The ongoing struggle for gender equality in education is addressed in the research on barriers to girl child participation in free secondary education in Kenya. This study reveals the challenges that persist in ensuring that all girls have access to the educational opportunities they deserve.
We also present an exploration of dental students’ views on community-based education and service, highlighting the essential role of community engagement in professional training. The study on the influence of the physical environment on crime in informal settlements of Kibra provides crucial insights into how urban planning affects safety and security in marginalized areas. We consider the challenges facing single mothers in raising and forming adolescents, a study that offers valuable perspectives on the social and emotional difficulties encountered by these families, particularly during the pivotal years of adolescence.
Each article in this issue contributes to our understanding of these complex issues, offering findings that are both informative and actionable. We hope that the knowledge shared here will inspire further inquiry and support positive change in these critical areas.
As we conclude this issue, we thank you for your ongoing support and participation in our scholarly community. Your engagement is essential to the success of our journal, and we look forward to continuing this journey of discovery and impact with you.
Anthony, MW
Editor-in-Chief
African Research Journal of Education and Social Sciences
Contents
- Effects of Instituted Management Strategies on Enrolment in Schools in Kenya
- Effects of Noise Pollution on Students’ Learning in Tanzania
- Exploring the Views of Dental Students on Community-Based Education and Service
- Influence of Physical Environment on Crime in Informal Settlements of Kibra
- Challenges Facing Single Mothers in Bringing Up and Formation of Adolescents
