The Ogiek community, an indigenous group residing in Mt. Elgon, Kenya, faces significant challenges in securing sustainable livelihoods due to environmental vulnerabilities, historical marginalization, and limited access to economic opportunities. This study sought to identify, assess, and recommend …

This study explores the influence of gender norms on the educational attainment of young women in the Bosomtwe District, Ghana. Despite efforts to promote gender equality, deeply entrenched cultural and societal norms continue to impact the educational opportunities available to girls in many parts of …

The thesis investigates the effects of rising water consumption costs on small-scale farmers in Mathioya District, Murang’a County, Kenya. It aims to identify the challenges these farmers face due to the increased cost of water for consumption exacerbated by climate change and offers strategies for equitable …

This research explores the pressing issue of employment challenges faced by care leavers in Eldoret, Kenya, focusing on the factors contributing to their heightened vulnerability to unemployment. Guided by the question, "What are the factors contributing to the vulnerability of care leavers in experiencing …

This study, commissioned by the Ministry of Environment, Range and Climate Change (MoERCC) in Puntland, Somalia, investigates the key factors influencing the decision-making process of agropastoralists in Garowe district, Puntland State of Somalia, regarding sustainable fodder cultivation. The district …

Flooding continues to be a major problem for informal urban settlements like Kibera in Nairobi, Kenya. The recent heavy rains in early 2024 in Kenya indicate the vulnerability level of individuals living in informal settlements. This thesis explores how effective the current flood prevention, preparedness, …

This research was conducted as part of the requirements for the Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences' Master of Management Development, Specialization in Food and Nutrition Security. Gardenology Kenya is the research's commissioner. This research was carried out from July to August 2024 …

Omdat grondstoffen in steeds mindere mate aanwezig zijn, is een transitie nodig naar circulaire economie. Afval bestaat niet in een circulaire economie en grondstoffen en producten worden steeds weer hergebruikt. De Nederlandse overheid heeft voor 2050 het doel gesteld de Nederlandse economie volledig …

De agrarische winkels maken veranderingen mee richting de toekomst wat geleid wordt door uitdagingen. Agrarische winkels hebben te maken met afnemende fysieke winkels en een toename van webshops. Hierdoor worden de mogelijke manieren waarop bedrijven en klanten elkaar benaderen, anders. Dit onderzoek …

Biodiversiteit is een veelbesproken onderwerp. Wereldwijd is de biodiversiteit sinds 1900 met 40% afgenomen, hoewel er na 2010 enige verbetering zichtbaar is. Oorzaken zoals verlies van leefgebieden, klimaatverandering en monoculturen dragen bij aan deze afname. Er is een groeiende vraag vanuit boeren, …