Abstract: Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is an important factor in the development process of nations. It has created opportunities for a revival of public discourse and improved governance efficiency. Specifically, the study seeks; determine the role of ICT in influencing availability of Information. Descriptive research design was used for this study whose target population will be the employees of Laikipia County government. A sample of 170 respondents were picked from the eight department of the County government using stratified sampling method. Primary data was collected using semi-structured questionnaires. Secondary data was also used. Analysis was done using SPSS version 23. The findings indicates that ICT makes information to be easily available and accessible. It can be concluded that ICT enhances access to government services and transactions when needed. It is necessary for the staff at Laikipia County to have experience in ICT usage and adoption in service delivery in order to better good governance. The county government should come up with developmental opportunities inform of workshops to enlighten the employees on how to benefit from ICT adoption in enhancing good governance.
Keywords: Information Communication Technology, Governance, Development.
Title: INFLUENCE OF AVAILABILITY OF INFORMATION ON GOOD GOVERNANCE IN LAIKIPIA COUNTY GOVERNMENT
Author: Caroline Njeri Kirichu, Dr. Ephantus Kihonge
International Journal of Management and Commerce Innovations,
ISSN 2348-7585 (Online)
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