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Political Parties Manifesto and its Contributions to Educational Policy Development and Management in Kenya

David Kipkasi Kessio, Moi University, Kenya, P.O Box 3900-30100, Eldoret, Kenya. Author E-mail Contact: dkessio@gmail.com Abstract Education of any country is  an  integral  tool  for  the general  developmental  process  of  that  particular  nation.  There are myriad factors that influence national systems of education.  They inevitably range from social, economical, technological to political influences.  This paper […]

The Impact of Eurocentrism towards the Language Problem in Africa

Robert Dambala Jillo, Simon Njuguna and James Kabata. The Catholic University of Eastern Africa, P.O. BOX 62157 – 00200, Nairobi – Kenya Email: jillodambala@gmail.com Abstract The contact between Africa and the Western world has had monumental influences in Africa’s self-definition and assertion. The linguistic problem in Africa manifests itself as an inherent incapacity of Africans […]

Emotional Intelligence in Relation to Gender among Secondary School Students in Athi-river Sub-County, Kenya

Authors: Rose Ngondi 1, Lincoln Khasakhala 2, Philemon Yugi 3 1Department of Counselling Psychology, Daystar University P.O Box 44400 -00100, Nairobi – Kenya Email: rosekngondi@gmail.com 2Department of Psychiatric, University of Nairobi P.O Box 19676 -00202, Nairobi – Kenya Email: Lincoln.khasakhala@uonbi.ac.ke 3Department of Development Studies, Daystar University P.O Box 44400-00100, Nairobi – Kenya Email. pyugi@daystar.ac.ke Abstract […]

Psychosocial Risk Factors for Suicidal Behavior among Adolescents in Informal Settlements of Nairobi County, Kenya

Priscilla Mugambi, Alice Munene and Mary Mogute Department of Clinical Psychology, Daystar University Email: priscillawmugambi@daystar.ac.ke Abstract Suicidal Behavior (SB) is a precursor to eventual death by suicide. Hence, in suicide preventive effort there’s the need for accurate identification of those at risk. The main objective of this study was to assess the psychosocial risk factors […]

The Impact of Metaphysical Pragmatism in the Contemporary Society

Frank Richard Sanane, James Kabata and Simon Njunguna The Catholic University of Eastern Africa P.O. Box  62157 – 00200, Nairobi – Kenya Email: sananerichard@gmail.com Abstract The aim of the paper is to show the impact of the metaphysical pragmatism in the contemporary society.  The paper makes use of the analysis of Charles Sanders Peirce’s theory. […]

An Assessment of Guidance and Counseling Teachers’ Preparedness in Offering Effective Services in Public Primary Schools in Kikuyu Sub County, Kenya

Authors: Stella Nkatha Kebongo and Boniface Njuguna Mwangi Africa Nazarene University, P.O. Box 53067 – 00200, Nairobi Author Email: skebongo@gmail.com Abstract The current problems facing the Kenyan pupil require Guidance and Counseling (G&C) teachers to be knowledgeable about psychological and behavioral interventions, both at the preventive and responsive levels. Despite the fact that Kikuyu Sub […]

The Role of Media in Covering Peace Operations: A Case of ‘Operation Linda Nchi’ in Somalia

Authors: Obwogi Cliff Ooga 1 and Samuel Siringi 2 1 School of Journalism University of Nairobi P.O Box 404-00208 Nairobi – Kenya Email: cliffooga@gmail.com 2School of Journalism University of Nairobi P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi – Kenya Email: ssiringi@gmail.com Abstract War coverage has for a long time been challenging due to the unpredictable nature of wars. […]

Influence of Professional Code of Conduct on Examination Management in Public Secondary Schools in Makueni County, Kenya

Author: Mary Nyiva Makau The University of Nairobi, Kenya Email: nyivamary04@gmail.com Abstract Professional practice among teachers is considered an important element towards shaping various school practices. The purpose of this study was to establish whether professional code of conduct affected management of examinations in public secondary schools in Makueni County. The study used cross-section survey […]

Influence of School Playground Safety on Pre-School Children Participation in Outdoor Activities in Ekerenyo Division, Nyamira County, Kenya

Authors: Beatrice Binah Mokaya and Boniface Njuguna Mwangi Corresponding Email: bkahuthu@gmail.com Abstract In Kenya, pre-school playground safety has not been given much attention despite being a critical area of concern in child growth and development. This state can be linked to lack of resources, perceived low priority and negative attitude about children’s play or deferral […]

A Brief History of Christian Missions in Somalia

Aweis A. Ali | Africa Nazarene University, Nairobi, Kenya Email: amazingwisdom@gmail.com Abstract For many people, “Somali” and “Christian” are oxymoron but history is littered with enough evidence that this assumed oxymoron is one big fallacy. The purpose of this brief history is to highlight the long and consistent engagement of Christian missions among Somali people […]