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The Effect of Drug-Related Crime on Community Cohesion in Kibra Sub-County, Nairobi County

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  • Christopher Odhiambo

    (Masters Scholar, Africa Nazarene University)

  • Dr. Janis Marangu

    (Lecturer, Africa Nazarene University)

  • Prof. Lois Musikali

    (Lecturer, Africa Nazarene University)

Abstract

Purpose: This study examined the effect of drug-related crime on community cohesion among residents of Kibra Sub-County, Nairobi County. The study was guided by Social Disorganization Theory, which explains how structural disadvantages such as poverty, overcrowding, and weak social institutions create environments where crime persists and weakens community social bonds. Materials and Methods: The study adopted a convergent mixed-methods research design, combining quantitative and qualitative approaches. The quantitative component used a descriptive survey design, while the qualitative component employed a phenomenological approach to capture residents lived experiences. The target population consisted of 185,777 residents of Kibra, from which a sample size of 396 participants was determined using Yamane’s formula. Data were collected using semi-structured questionnaires and interview guides, with 338 residents participating in the survey and 29 key informants interviewed. Quantitative data were analyzed using SPSS version 26 through descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, and linear regression analysis, while qualitative data were analyzed using thematic analysis. Findings: The results revealed that drug-related crime significantly affects community cohesion. Correlation analysis showed a weak but statistically significant relationship between drug-related crime and community cohesion (r = -.297, p

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  • Christopher Odhiambo & Dr. Janis Marangu & Prof. Lois Musikali, 2026. "The Effect of Drug-Related Crime on Community Cohesion in Kibra Sub-County, Nairobi County," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science (IJRIAS), vol. 11(4), pages 669-681, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:bjf:journl:v:11:y:2026:i:4:p:669-681
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