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  1. 1. Evaluation of a solar powered water pumping system in Mutomo, Kenya : Comparison between a submersible induction motor and a PMSM system

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Elektricitetslära

    Author : Gabriel Båverman; Edris Tavoosi; [2019]
    Keywords : Submersible motor; solar powered water pumping system; PMSM; induction motor; borehole;

    Abstract : An existing solar-powered water pumping system located in Mutomo, Kenya has beenevaluated in this paper. The requirement for this system is to produce a minimum of25m³ water per day throughout the year. READ MORE

  3. 2. “We will be there soon. Sawa*? Sawa?” A study on increased ICT use among secondary school students in Mutomo

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Sociologi

    Author : Kajsa Ryberg; Helena Brandt; [2014]
    Keywords : ICT; Social Sustainability; Internet; Mobile phones; Education; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : Africa stands on the doorstep of a global information revolution that presents a range of opportu-nities. ICT has enormous potential to contribute to the development of Africa, both on an indi-vidual and societal level. The purpose of this study is to examine what effect increased ICT use has on secondary school students in Mutomo, Kenya. READ MORE

  4. 3. Empowerment through Sanitation: A qualitative study on public participation in Community-Led Total Sanitation

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Sociologi

    Author : Max Rasmusson; [2013]
    Keywords : participatory development; public participation; community-led total sanitation; empowerment; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : Public participation has gradually gained a stronghold within development theory during the last three decades. Researchers, policy-makers and aid workers share the belief that inclusion of beneficiaries in the development process is a prerequisite for purposeful and sustainable development of rural communities. READ MORE

  5. 4. Solid waste management and health effects : A qualitative study on awareness of risks and environmentally significant behavior in Mutomo, Kenya

    University essay from Institutionen för ekologi, miljö och geovetenskap

    Author : Emma Selin; [2013]
    Keywords : solid waste management; health effects; in-depth interviews; pro-environmental behavior; Kenya;

    Abstract : This report investigates possible health effects due to improper disposal of waste and the awareness within a community. The aim was also to investigate what is needed for a pro-environmental behavior in a rural area (Mutomo) within a developing country (Kenya). READ MORE

  6. 5. The Paradox of Accountability - Three case studies concerning non-governmental activities in Mutomo, Kenya

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Sociologi

    Author : Rasmus Ahlstrand; [2012]
    Keywords : Non-governmental organisations; civil society; accountability; institutional environment; domain consensus; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : Non-governmental activities have, during recent decades, played an increasing role within international development assistance and have, to a certain extent, replaced more traditional channels of state-led aid. This study aims to investigate various issues and difficulties that surround non-governmental activities concerning the aim of promoting social and economic change in the context of Mutomo, in eastern Kenya. READ MORE