Fiscal Systems and Youth Participation in County Governance in Kenya
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Fiscal Systems, Youth Participation, County GovernanceAbstract
Purpose: The general objective of the study was to examine the influence of fiscal systems on youth participation in county governance in Kenya. The study was based on the Souffle Theory.
Methodology: A survey research design was adopted in the study. The study population comprised of the estimated 19,456,356 youths from all the counties in Kenya. The sample size for the study was 400 respondents and they were identified to participate in the research using proportionate stratified and simple sampling techniques respondents. Questionnaires and interview guides were used in the collection of relevant data. Data was analysed and presented using the SPSS software and spread sheets. The study collected both qualitative and quantitative data. Qualitative data was analysed using content analysis. The study adopted a descriptive and inferential statistics to analyse quantitative data to establish the relationship between the independent variables and dependent variables. The findings were presented in tables, figures and charts.
Findings: The study found that fiscal systems had a positive and significant effect on youth participation in county governance in Kenya.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Based on the findings, the study recommends that counties to allocate a portion of the county budget towards programs and initiatives that specifically target youth development and participation. This could include youth empowerment programs, educational opportunities, and mentorship initiatives. County governments should eencourage the active involvement of youth in the county budgeting and planning processes. This can be achieved through consultations, focus groups, and workshops to solicit their input and ideas.
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