The Implication Of Mens Rural-Urban Migration On Household Decision Making In Soy Sub-County Kenya
Journal: International Journal of Scientific & Technology Research (Vol.4, No. 6)Publication Date: 2015-06-15
Authors : Lumayo Mildred Fedha; Peter Oino Gutwa; Caroline K. Gatobu;
Page : 434-439
Keywords : Keywords Rural-Urban Migration; Household Decision Making; Soy Sub-County; Kenya;
Abstract
Abstract While most regions in the world have been experiencing an increase in rural-urban migration some have experienced excessive rates. As mens rural-urban migration occurs one of the sectors that is mostly affected is the family institution where women take up the role of decision making in the household in their absence. This study is an outcome of the study conducted on the impact of rural-urban migration on household decision making in Soy sub-county. The study found that mens absence in the household affects different aspects within the family context. Mens rural-urban migration has led to an increase in the number of women-headed households in the rural areas. Women who are left in charge of households are expected to continue to perform their traditional roles at the same time taking on mens responsibilities within the household. However culture dictates that they consult men even when they are away. From a socio-cultural context mens prolonged absence has many implications on the family and community life and greatly affects institutions such as health education and agriculture. Therefore the presence of men is crucial to household security decision-making and mobility. The study recommends that as much as men are away from home women should be empowered to make household decisions for smooth running of household undertakings.
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