ABSTRACTThe Nigerian stock exchange (NSE) has been created to serve various functions such as offer of business guideline to top business management concerning cost of capital for the Nigerian stock exchange provides avenues for long term investment. These function credited to the stock exchange is expected to create positive effect on the general business and manufacturing sector of the Nigerian economy.However, this research work is determined to evaluate the role of stock Exchange on the m...
The study examine the causes and consequence of Youth Involvement in Cyber-crime in Fagge Local Government of Kano State, Nigeria. The objectives of the study is to examine the nature of youth involvement into cybercrime in Fagge Local Government Area. The study adopted differential association theory. The study also adopted both qualitative and quantitative research design. The study has fully shown that youths involvements in cybercrime have been necessitated by diverse reason, if properly ...
As governance and economic sophistication become increasingly interconnected, understanding their relationship is crucial for shaping national growth strategies. This study investigates the impact of political rights and civil liberties on Indonesia’s economic complexity from 2006 to 2021 by disaggregating the Economic Complexity Index (ECI) into trade, technology, and research components. Indonesia serves as an ideal case study due to its dynamic political landscape, evolving civil liberti...
ABSTRACT This study investigated the relationship between spiritual intelligence and service recovery in hotels in Jos, Plateau State through the mediating role of emotional labour. The motivation for the study was because of the low survival rates of hotels in the study area (an average of below ten years which has been ascribed to service failure and poor service recovery) Six research questions and six hypotheses guided the study. A sample of 316 respondents was determined using the Yamane...
Kenya is one of the developing countries trying to provide affordable and decent housing to its residents. Macroeconomic instability persists despite efforts, impeding housing supply from both government and real estate sectors.This study examines the macroeconomic factors influencing Kenya's housing supply from 1980 to 2024, using time-series data. The augmented Dickey-Fuller and Johansen cointegration tests are conducted, along with the Vector ErrorCorrection Model, to assess long run relat...
Empirical research on the macroeconomic factors influencing infrastructure development has yielded inconclusive results, with significant variations observed across studies. This study examines the determinants of infrastructure development in Kenya using a time series data analysis framework, with data spanning from 2003 to 2024. The study’s main estimates use the generalized-method-of-moments (GMM) estimator that allows us to account for the potential endogeneity of the infrastructure and...
The failure of SME had been associated with lack of access to credit facilities for growth and expansion. The inability to access credit facilities had been linked with the inability of SME to present a good financial and non-financial information. Lenders of funds places so much importance on the quality of information when granting loans to borrowers of fund. Undoubtedly, the continuity or closure of any business depends on keeping accurate, timely and reliable information that can help acc...
ABSTRACT This study investigated the moderating effects of organizational climate on employee voice and organizational effectiveness in Dangote Cement Plc Gboko Plant. The main objective of the study was to determine the moderating effects of organizational climate on employee voice and organizational effectiveness. Specific objectives were to: investigate the effects of collective, individual voice on productivity, moderating effects of organizational climate on collective, individual voice ...
Abstract The main objective of this research was to investigate the factors affecting teachers' work motivation in government secondary schools in Kirkos Sub-City, Addis Ababa, using an explanatory research design that incorporated a mixed-methods approach. The study surveyed 213 teachers selected through simple random sampling, while purposive sampling was used to interview 22 key informants, including 16 principals, 4 supervisors, and 2 experts. Data collection involved both primary sources...
The relationship between corruption, democracy, and economic growth is complex andmultifaceted across empirical studies. Understanding this relationship is crucial for policymakers,researchers, and scholars alike as they seek to promote stable democracies and sustained economicdevelopment in middle-income countries. Kenya has long grappled with issues of corruption andchallenges to its democratic processes. These problems have significant implications forgovernance, economic growth, political...
Health spending remains a significant concern in low and middle-income countries due to limited financial resources allocated to the health sector. In Kenya, one of the key objectives of the government's Big Four development agenda, which is targeted for completion by 2022 and partially realized in some counties by 2023, is achieving universal health coverage. Over the years, health has remained a top priority and a focal point in political campaign agendas, with the government consistently i...
This study conducts a comprehensive comparative analysis of Ghana and China, focusing on the economic, political, and social factors that have shaped their recent development trajectories. China has solidified its position as a global economic powerhouse, while Ghana has demonstrated remarkable resilience and growth within the African continent. The paper explores the nuances of their governance structures, economic policies, trade relations, and technological advancements. It also examines t...
The potential for a feedback relationship between climate change and income inequality has become a concern in sub-Saharan African (SSA) countries due to its significant environmental and socio-economic impacts. This study aims to inform policymakers on ways to address inequality and climate resilience in the region simultaneously. It examines the relationship between climate change and income inequality in SSA countries, focusing on Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, by analyzing data from these t...
The rapid increase in government expenditure in European member states has raised concerns among policymakers regarding the role of tax revenue generation and its impact on economic growth. The study aims to determine how excise duty revenue influences economic growth in Southeastern Europe (SEE), considering the dual roles of excise taxes in revenue collection and as regulatory tools. It examines how different excise duty policies relate to economic performance and regional integration. Alth...
ABSTRACT The purpose of this article was to assess how modernization has impacted or influenced technological acceptance in diverse societies with a bit of focus on whether modernization can truly be said to have brought about technological advancements and acceptance in addition to how people turn to generally perceive technology and the usage across some societies. The problem this article seeks to address is with the general misconception that modernization has a linear effect on technolog...