Publication: The Influence Of Self-Help Group Practices On Micro Entrepreneurial Uptake In Kinango Sub County In Kwale County, Kenya
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2024-03
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Journal of African Interdisciplinary Studies
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The study objectives wAS: to establish the extent to which training of self-help groups influence
livelihood development of small scale farmers in Kinango –Sub county, To assess the extent to which
regular group meetings of self-help groups influence livelihoods of small scale farmers in Kinango –Sub
county and To examine the influence of self-help groups capital generation influence the livelihoods of
small scale farmers in Kinango –Sub county To achieve these objectives, the study will adopt qualitative
and quantitative research methods. The study will target small scale farmers registered members of self-
help groups within Kinango –Sub County in Kwale County. Stratified random sampling technique was
applied to select a manageable sample size of small-scale farmers to participate in the survey. A total of
600 small scale farmers who are members of registered self-help groups, 15 officials of self-help groups,
5 Ward Agricultural Officers and 2 Sub County Agricultural Officers was selected through stratified
random sampling techniques. Both survey questionnaire and interviews was used to collect data from
small scale farmers and self-help groups officials respectively. The pilot study was conducted in the
adjacent Kinango –Sub County whose feedback was used to improve research instruments. The analysis
of data was done using SPSS version 21 to generate descriptive statistics. It is expected that self-help
groups have positive influence on the livelihood of small-scale farmers. Each of the independent
variables; group trainings, regular group meetings, group capital generation, and joint investment schemes
are expected to have a positive significant influence on the livelihoods of farmers. Both the social capital
theory and theory of self-efficacy will form the basis of this study. The study employED a descriptive
survey research design its attempt to provide answers to the research problem. The study mainly useD
primary data gathered via the semi-structured questionnaire and interviews. Table 8, highlight a
significant association between SHG training and livelihood development, indicating a statistically
significant relationship. These findings underscore the importance of SHG training in influencing small-
scale farming practices and contributing to overall livelihood development. The robust statistical
associations emphasize the potential impact of targeted training programs on sustainable agricultural
practices and the socio-economic well-being of small-scale farmers in Kinango Sub County. Additionally,
the multifaceted SHG training programs contribute significantly to the enhancement of farming practices
and various aspects of farmers' lives, underscoring the potential for targeted training initiatives to foster
sustainable agricultural practices. In conclusion, the comprehensive examination of SHG practices in
Kinango Sub County underscores their pivotal role in fostering financial resilience, cooperative
relationships, and individual prosperity among small-scale farmers. Addressing the identified areas for
improvement and building upon the strengths of these initiatives can contribute to sustained positive
impacts on the livelihoods of participants. By addressing these aspects, the research can offer a
comprehensive understanding of how SHG training programs influence small-scale farming practices and
contribute to the overall livelihood development of participating farmers in Kinango Sub County, Kwale
County
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micro- entrepreneurship, Kinango Sub County, Kwale County