COVID-19 effects on gender equality and the application of the matrimonial property act of 2013 among the Gusii people of Kisii county, Kenya
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COVID-19, gender, equality, law, matrimonial property act, propertyAbstract
The purpose of this study is to establish the extent to which the Matrimonial Property Act is applied among the Gusii of Kenya and the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the steps that had been so far realized in the community under the said law. Further, the purpose of this study is to establish the extent to which the Matrimonial Property Act has impacted the gender equality and economic situation among the Gusii people of Kenya. The study utilized a descriptive research design. Data was collected by use of questionnaires and interview schedules. Possible results were shared and disseminated among stakeholders who serve as a major contributor to the enhancement of the implementation of Matrimonial Property Act. The study gave recommendations based on the findings of what needs to be done to reduce the effects of Covid-19 on gender equality in Gusii, Kenya.
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