Operating Environment and Performance of Small and Micro Enterprises in Urban Townships in West Pokot County, Kenya

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (IV) ◽  
pp. 52-64
Author(s):  
Allan Njuguna Njoroge ◽  
Shadrack Bett
Keyword(s):  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Coefficient Of Determination ◽  
Government Agencies ◽  
Operating Environment ◽  
Inferential Statistics ◽  
Performance Goal ◽  
West Pokot ◽  
The Government ◽  
Micro Enterprises

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Kenya have not performed creditably well and hence have not played the expected vital and vibrant role in the economic growth and development of Kenyan economy. This situation has been of great concern to the government, citizenry, operators, practitioners and the organized private sector groups especially because many of the SMEs owners are faced with unpredictable operating environment which presents many entrepreneurs with a challenge of both growing and managing their SMEs consequently affecting SMEs performance. The study aimed at establishing operating environment effects on performance of small and micro enterprises in urban townships in West Pokot County.  The specific objectives of the study included determining the influence of skills and competence, technology, legislations and competition on the performance of small and micro enterprises in urban townships in West Pokot County. The study was anchored on the theory of multi-dimensional performance, goal setting theory and Human capital theory. The target population was drawn from small and micro enterprises owners and managers in the two major townships in West Pokot County that is Kapenguria, and Chepareria Townships. The study was based on descriptive research design where the researcher used stratified random sampling techniques to sample its respondents; Questionnaires were used for the data collection. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were undertaken. Inferential statistics was used to test the extent and nature of the relationship between dependent and independent variables. The correlation results of the study found that SMEs owners/managers skills and competence, technology and competition are positively related to SMEs performance. Results further showed that legislations are negatively related to SMEs performance.SMEs owners/managers skills and competence, legislation, technology and competition were found to be significant variables in explaining SMEs performance which is illustrated by coefficient of determination(R square) of 79.4%.Based on the research findings the study concluded that SMEs owners/managers skills and competence, legislation, technology and competition has a significant relationship with SMEs performance. The study recommends that the financial institutions, NGOs, and Government agencies should work in collaboration in improving SMEs owner’s skills and competence, also technological changes awareness should be provided to the SMEs owners and managers. The Government agencies should come up with friendly policies and regulations to eliminate unhealthy competition towards the SMEs. 

CRITICAL FACTORS INFLUENCING IMPLEMENTATION OF ROAD PROJECTS IN KENYA

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-22
Author(s):  
Nelly Jebitok ◽  
DR. Joyce Nzulwa
Keyword(s):  
Project Management ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Coefficient Of Determination ◽  
Critical Factors ◽  
Policy And Practice ◽  
Water Projects ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
The Government ◽  
Resource Support

Purpose: The Purpose of the study was to establish Critical factors influencing implementation of road projects.Methodology: The study adopted a descriptive survey design. The target population of the study was all the road engineers, middle managers in department of KRB. The sample size was 188 respondents. Data collected was cleaned, pretested, validated, and coded, summarized and analyzed using statistical package of SPSS V23.  The study findings were presented using graphs, histograms, bar charts and pie charts.  Conclusions were derived based on the P.value and the coefficient of determination.  Results: The study found that the key significant determinants of sustainability of water projects in Machakos County were capacity of the project management, government policies, monitoring and resource support. The study concluded that project management capacity had the greatest determinant ofsustainabilityofwater projects in Machakos County, followed by resource support, then monitoring while government policy had the least determinant of sustainability of water projects in Machakos County.Contribution to policy and practice: The study recommends that the government should advocate for proper planning with involvement of the benefiting community and timely implementation with the required results. This can be done through making of a policy by the ministry demanding for the practice of the same by the involved organizations. The project committee should set up financial structures considering both rising of funds and dissemination of the same in relation to operating and maintaining of the project. This can be done through learning and training on the same. The study also recommended that water beneficiaries and management should be sensitized to improve their knowledge on conservation and protection of water facilities.

PUBLIC POLICY AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP DEVELOPMENT - SINGAPORE STYLE

1996 ◽  
Vol 04 (01) ◽  
pp. 79-93
Author(s):  
MARK GOH ◽  
IRENE CHEW
Keyword(s):  
Public Policy ◽  
Policy Development ◽  
Recent Attempt ◽  
Government Agencies ◽  
Potential Contribution ◽  
Entrepreneurship Development ◽  
New Business ◽  
The Government ◽  
Development And Management ◽  
Micro Enterprises

In the recent attempt to add an external wing to its economy, Singapore has been using its various agencies and instruments to promote the growth of micro enterprises and other types of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). Recognising the potential contribution by entrepreneurs to help sustain economic growth for the country, the Singapore government is now embarking on a proactive public policy to motivate new business entrepreneurship. This paper shows how the government has worked with industry to encourage entrepreneurship development. Particular attention is paid to the activities of various government agencies in relation to new business entrepreneurship and to the barriers of this activity in Singapore. The Singapore experience and programme offer useful insights for policy development and management by other countries in the region.

scholarly journals Influence of Crediting Strategy on Growth of Small and Micro Enterprises in Kenya: A Case of Women Enterprise Fund

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-17
Author(s):  
Tom Ongesa Nyamboga ◽  
Edwin Odhuno ◽  
Walter Okibo Bichanga
Keyword(s):  
Linear Regression Analysis ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Group Leaders ◽  
Access To Credit ◽  
Specific Objective ◽  
Financial Credit ◽  
The Government ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
Micro Enterprises

Effective implementation of crediting strategy is paramount to the growth of Small and Micro Enterprises (SMEs) worldwide. Crediting provides adequate amount of initial capital needed by entrepreneurs to establish and operate their businesses. The government of Kenya having realized this scenario initiated the formation of Women Enterprise Fund (WEF) in 2007 as a micro credit to provide financial credit to women entrepreneurs throughout the country. Despite this, many women micro traders have inadequate access to credit to start and expand their SMEs. The specific objective of this study was to assess the influence crediting strategy on the growth of SMEs in Kenya. This research used a descriptive survey based design. The study’s target population constituted 2032 women group leaders from which a sample size of 335 respondents was selected randomly. Primary data was collected by use of structured researcher administered questionnaires. Data collected was analyzed by use of both descriptive statistics and inferential statistics, by the aid of SPSS version 24. Both Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) and Linear Regression Analysis were computed to correlate the study’s variables. The study established a positive relationship between crediting strategy and the growth of SMEs. The findings of this study will help the government of Kenya in formulating and implementing crediting strategies that would make credit accessible and therefore boost growth of SMEs in the country. The study recommends that the government establishes policies that will necessitate accessibility of credit to SMEs in the country.

scholarly journals Influence of Training Strategy on Growth of Small and Micro Enterprises in Kenya: A Case of Women Enterprise Fund

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-13
Author(s):  
Tom Ongesa Nyamboga ◽  
Edwin Odhuno ◽  
Walter Okibo Bichanga
Keyword(s):  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
P Value ◽  
Cluster Sampling ◽  
Group Leaders ◽  
Business Skills ◽  
Training Strategy ◽  
The Government ◽  
Micro Enterprises

The government of Kenya established Women Enterprise Fund to enhance the growth of Small and Micro Enterprises in the country through its training strategy. The purpose of this study was to establish the influence of training strategy on growth of SMEs in Kenya. This research used a descriptive survey based design. The study’s target population was composed of group leaders’ beneficiaries of Constituency Women Enterprise Scheme. Both cluster sampling and simple random sampling were used to select a sample size of 335 respondents. Quantitative primary data was collected by use of structured questionnaires. The data collected was analyzed according to research objectives. The study utilized both descriptive statistics and inferential statistics to analyze data. Both ANONA and Regression Analysis were computed to assess the correlation between the variables. The findings of the study established that majority of clients had acquired relevant business skills. The training was given to most clients on a regular basis and enabled them to operate their SMEs more effectively. ANOVA results showed a correlation between training strategy and growth of SMEs since the calculated P value 0.001 was less than the critical value 0.005. The study therefore established a positive relationship between training strategy and growth of SMEs. The findings of this study will help the government of Kenya to formulate training strategies that would boost the growth of SMEs in the whole country. The study recommends the government to provide frequent training to all SMEs in the country to make them more efficient and effective.

scholarly journals EFFECTIVENESS OF TAXPAYER EDUCATION ON TAX COMPLIANCE FOR SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES IN KENYA: A STUDY OF SELECTED BUSINESS ENTERPRISES IN KITENGELA TOWN IN KAJIADO COUNTY

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 114-123
Author(s):  
Robin Marita Aondo
Keyword(s):  
Reasoned Action ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Tax Compliance ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Fiscal Year ◽  
Tax Rates ◽  
Inferential Statistics ◽  
Compliance Cost ◽  
Medium Enterprises

This research paper aim was to establish the effectiveness of taxpayer education on tax compliance for SMEs in Kitengela town. There are reasons why KRA never met its revenue targets and the revenue collected has never surpassed the target set aside by the commission. The non-compliance of tax by SMEs can be attributed to the tax gap that is available in every fiscal year. KRA conducts taxpayer education to all registered SMEs in an effort to improve the existing level of tax compliance. The only way KRA will meet their target revenue is when they include all SMEs in the generation of the revenue. The study was anchored on Theory of Reasoned Action and Fisher Tax Compliance Model while the study variables were PAYE form of tax, tax rates, tax compliance cost, tax penalties and fines. The target population of the study were 1400 SMEs with a sample that was random stratified chosen of 140 SMEs. The data was analyzed using descriptive statistics, inferential statistics and SSPS version 24.0. The inferential statistics was employed to establish the relations that exist between the study variables. Pearson correlation matrix was used for predicting and describing the variables in terms of directions and magnitude while regression analysis was conducted at a level of 5%. The data analysis tools will be   SSPS and the use of inferential statistics. The study established that the effectiveness of taxpayer education on tax compliance and all the predictors as shown by beta coefficients: PAYE (? = 0.542); tax rates (? = 0.482) and tax penalties and fines (? = 0.632). However, the study established there is a positive but statistically insignificant relationship (? =0.06, p= 0.671>0.05) between tax compliance cost and tax payer education. The study concluded that tax rates, PAYE, tax penalties and fines contribute greatly to tax compliance and finally tax compliance cost have the most significant influence on tax compliance. The study recommends that KRA should have an office in every county that will address tax issues at county level and the services to be offered should include tax penalties, filing of tax returns, tax computation and tax differentiation.

scholarly journals Strategy of Department of Industry and Cooperation of Pidie Jaya District in Developing Small and Medium Micro Enterprises

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 2458-2464
Author(s):  
Zulfikar Zulfikar ◽  
Mimin Suriadi
Keyword(s):  
Raw Materials ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Business Community ◽  
Training Strategy ◽  
The Government ◽  
Object Of Study ◽  
Medium Enterprises ◽  
Micro Enterprises ◽  
Descriptive Qualitative

The importance of UMKM for various parties makes it often the object of study and research which mostly discusses its development. This study deals with strategy of department of industry and cooperation of Pidie Jaya District in developing small and medium micro enterprises. This study use a descriptive qualitative. The results are there are two strategy of the Pidie Jaya trade industry and cooperatives service in developing small and medium enterprises:1) capital provision strategy; 2) Training / Empowerment Strategy. There are four efforts that improved micro, small and medium enterprises in Pidie Jaya Regency: 1) strength-opportunity strategy; 2) strength-threat strategy; 3) weakness-opportunity strategy; 4) weakness-threat strategy. It can be concluded that: (1).Capital strategy: assistance provided by the government is very supportive of community UKM, but in terms of capital / loans, UKM expect the government to allocate more budget considering that capital or raw materials and machines are so expensive. (1)The training strategy, the training strategy provided by the agency is very useful for the business community in Pidie Jaya district.

scholarly journals Development of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Rattan Woven Crafts in Central Kalimantan, Indonesia

2019 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
pp. 132-142 ◽  
Author(s):  
Iin Nurbudiyani ◽  
Sonedi Sonedi ◽  
Endang Sri Suyati ◽  
Mohammad Rizki Fadhil Pratama
Keyword(s):  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Government Agencies ◽  
Access To Information ◽  
Continuous Training ◽  
Central Kalimantan ◽  
Public Facilities ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
The Right ◽  
Medium Enterprises ◽  
Micro Enterprises

This study discusses the development of small and medium micro enterprises (MSMEs) in Central Kalimantan with rattan woven craft industries being used as samples to represent other MSME sectors. The purpose of this study is to describe the improvement in the performance and strategy of the MSME group covering various aspects such as job training, capital support, equipment/technology assistance, and access to information and communication. The findings of this study indicate that the development of MSMEs carried out by regional governments in Central Kalimantan has gone in the right direction, with several factors still making improvements possible. Support in the form of training should be conducted regularly and scheduled with the topic of continuous training and productive participants. Aid in the form of equipment requires periodic evaluations, such as a reward-punishment system for business groups that have received various support to ensure the support provided is on target. Another strategy is to form the centre of the MSME industry in the Capital of the Province, to facilitate the access of tourists who just want to visit looking for typical Central Kalimantan souvenirs. The easiest way to do this now is to implement a movement of love for standard Central Kalimantan handicraft products to be displayed in various offices, offices, and government agencies as well as different infrastructure and public facilities.

scholarly journals Pelatihan Akuntansi bagi Entitas tanpa Akuntabilitas Publik Berbasis Usaha Mikro pada PKK RW 06 Kelurahan Serdang Jakarta Pusat

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 81
Author(s):  
Mulyaning Wulan Wulan ◽  
Ummu Salma Al Azizah
Keyword(s):  
Financial Management ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Accounting Standards ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Financial Accounting ◽  
Role Of Government ◽  
The Government ◽  
The Right ◽  
Medium Enterprises ◽  
Micro Enterprises

The role of government in the development of Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) has been proven by the issuance of Financial Accounting Standards for Non Public Accountantless Entities as well as Accounting Standards for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs Standard) issued by the Indonesian Institute of Accountants (IAI). The application of standards that have been made by the government requires the right mediator. The most higher education institutions (universities) have human resources (HR) that can help the government to transfer the information. This can be done through Community Service which is one of the Tri Darma Program in University. In general problems in business management for micro enterprises are very diverse. The problems that occur include: marketing (marketing), financing, location, security and making simple financial statements for their entity. Training of financial statement preparation is an offer to answer the problem. The number of micro enterprises in RW 06 area is potential to be assisted by the financial management. Good management requires the support of the business report, in this case is the financial statements. Society needs knowledge to make reporting in accordance with existing standards.

scholarly journals Implementation Policy of The Arrangement and Formation of Modern Shop that Requires for Partnerships with Small and Medium Micro Enterprises (UMKM) Based on Perda No.12 of 2017 in Kudus Regency

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 857
Author(s):  
Atik Noer Chalimah
Keyword(s):  
Public Policy ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Government Regulations ◽  
District Office ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
The People ◽  
Implementation Policy ◽  
The Government ◽  
Medium Enterprises ◽  
Micro Enterprises

This research was made based on the Government Regulations of the Kudus Regency issuing Regional Regulation No. 12 of 2017 concerning Modern Store Arrangement and Guidance roomates requires Modern Stores to establish partnerships with the Small and Medium Micro Enterprises (UMKM), as well as discussing the operational hours items, namely the people of Kudus Regency who have implemented a a policy of obligation to establish partnerships between Several modern stores Small and Micro Businesses and intermediate so that in this thesis to find out the factors that Become obstacles and how the District Government's Strategic Efforts in developing Small and Medium Micro Enterprises. This research uses descriptive type or types of research. Descriptive research is a type of research that describes the findings of variables in the field that do not require a hypothesis scale. So its nature only illustrates and describes the findings in the field. The results of this study are based on interviews with the District Office of the Kudus Industry, the Department of Trade in the District of Kudus, and the empowerment of Micro Small and Medium Enterprises.Keywords: Implementation; Empowerment of Micro Small and Medium Enterprises; Public Policy; Modern Stores.

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