Effect of Women Empowerment on Completion of Community Development Projects in Kenya; A Case of Mogotio Sub County, Baringo

Abstract

Community development projects are essential for socio-economic progress, yet in Mogotio Sub County, Kenya, the impact of women's empowerment on project completion is understudied. Research highlights the crucial link between women's empowerment and active involvement in such projects, emphasizing its role in driving overall performance. This study investigates the influence of women's empowerment on the successful completion of community development projects in Mogotio Sub County, Kenya. The main objective of the study was: To find out the effect of Women Social Support Networks on completion of community development projects in Mogotio sub county. The study used a descriptive research design, the study aimed to provide an accurate representation of the situation. The target population was, 45,088 women above 18 years residing in Mogotio sub-county. The sampling procedure involved multi-stage sampling techniques, resulting in a sample size of 110 respondents. Data was collected through surveys using structured questionnaire. A pilot test was carried out involving 12 respondents from Baringo South sub- county to enhance the questionnaire's clarity, relevance, and reliability. Validity and reliability of the instrument was ensured through content validity determined by pilot testing and test-retest reliability assessment for internal consistency. Data analysis involved both qualitative and quantitative methods, with SPSS version 22 utilized for quantitative data analysis. Descriptive statistics was employed to analyze the data, and frequency tables was generated to present the findings accurately. The findings from the statistical analysis reveal significant correlations between social support networks, show strong positive relationships with project completion, with correlation coefficients ranging from 0.449 to 0.572. Moreover, regression analysis demonstrates that this factor account for approximately 58.2% of the variance in project completion, highlighting its predictive value in understanding and improving project outcomes. The study recommends that policymakers prioritize initiatives aimed at strengthening social support networks to effectively promote the completion of community development projects.