Publication: Effect of stakeholder involvement on land administration and performance at ministry of lands Nairobi Kenya.
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2024-04
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Mount Kenya University
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Abstract
The Ministry of Lands in Kenya has a crucial role in managing and administering land
resources in the country. Its primary mission is to promote secure land tenure, sustainable
land use, and efficient land administration. By doing so, the ministry significantly shapes the
development of the land sector and ensures fair distribution of land. However, an important
challenge faced by the Ministry of Lands in Kenya is the insufficient involvement of
stakeholders. Limited engagement of different stakeholders, including communities, non-
governmental organizations, and local authorities, can hinder effective decision-making and
implementation of land-related policies. This lack of stakeholder involvement often leads to
an absence of diverse perspectives and interests, resulting in suboptimal outcomes and
potential conflicts. It also undermines trust and transparency in land administration processes,
where stakeholders may feel excluded from important discussions and decisions. Many
organizations worldwide have addressed this challenge by prioritizing inclusive stakeholder
engagement and establishing transparent mechanisms for information sharing, feedback, and
communication technology (ICT). This study aimed to investigate the impact of stakeholder
involvement on land administration and performance at the Ministry of Lands in Nairobi,
Kenya. Specifically, it assessed the effects of information sharing, feedback, and ICT on land
administration and performance. The study was guided by stakeholder theory to explore how
stakeholder involvement aligns with institutional arrangements and governance structures,
while also examining the impact of stakeholder engagement on the ministry's organizational
performance. A mixed-methods descriptive research design incorporating quantitative and
qualitative approaches was utilized. The quantitative approach involved structured
questionnaires and data analysis to measure stakeholder involvement and performance
indicators. The target population is estimated to be 642 staff members and officials, and a
sample size of 128 was selected using stratified random sampling. Data collection was
conducted through the use of semi-structured questionnaires. The results of the study show a
strong and positive relationship between information sharing on land administration and
performance at ministry of lands (R = 0.786). Study also show a strong positive relationship
between feedback on land administration and performance at ministry of lands Nairobi Kenya
(R = 0.716). The results further show a strong and positive relationship between ICT on land
administration and performance at ministry of lands Nairobi Kenya (R = 0.771). Conclusion
reveal that the role of information sharing on land administration influences performance at
ministry of lands Nairobi Kenya. The ministry conducts regular assessments and evaluations
of the ICT infrastructure to identify potential issues or bottlenecks. The study recommends
that, the ministry of lands should Design user-friendly interfaces for accessing land-related
information to make it accessible to a wide range of users, including government officials,
land professionals, researchers, and the general public.
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Land administration, Ministry of Lands, Evaluations, Stakeholder theory