The Influence of Community Leadership on the Sustainability of Road Projects in Pokot South Sub-County, Kenya
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https://doi.org/10.58425/jpms.v2i1.394Keywords:
Community Leadership, Road Sustainability, Rural Infrastructure Projects, Kenya Rural Roads Authority (KeRRA), Pokot South Sub-CountyAbstract
Aim: This study examines the impact of community leadership on the sustainability of road projects undertaken by the Kenya Rural Roads Authority (KeRRA) in Pokot South Sub-County, Kenya.
Methods: Anchored on the Community Action Planning (CAP) theory, the study adopted a mixed-methods design with stratified sampling. Data were collected from 242 respondents via questionnaires and analyzed using SPSS version 26 through descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: Community leadership positively influenced road project sustainability (β = 0.656, p < 0.05), highlighting the importance of inclusive and transparent local leadership. Qualitative insights reinforced this by emphasizing the importance of community trust and collective decision-making.
Conclusion: The study concludes that effective community leadership enhances the long-term sustainability of rural road projects by promoting ownership, transparency, and accountability.
Recommendations: The study recommended that community leaders strengthen transparency mechanisms across all project phases. The study also suggests exploring how digital tools can improve community participation and calls for further research on gender dynamics in road project sustainability.
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