In the current knowledge based world, doctoral training needs to be responsive to not only the advancement of knowledge through original research, but also meeting societal needs that are wider than academia. The knowledge ...

The role of remote sensing in poverty alleviation in rural communities is discussed through a simple decision making model. The model comprises the input, transfer function and output. The output is used as a basis for ...

This paper presents a project approach to develop appropriate scientific and economic tools for improving farming systems in the Kenyan Lake basin. This approach aims to address poverty through livelihood strengthening ...

This paper discusses the limnology and hydrology of Lake Victoria, a shared property between the three lacustrine states, namely Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania owning 6, 45 and 49%, respectively. The estimated total nutrient ...

This proceedings contains 29 papers on the issues involved in sustainable environmental management for poverty alleviation in the Lake Victoria Basin region in Kenya. The papers are divided into 6 sections: (1) ...

One of the critical issues for Community Development, Civil Society action and Governance anywhere and specifically in Africa is to create leaders at the fastest possible rate, at all levels of the society/ community. Such ...