INFLUENCE OF STAKEHOLDERS’ IDENTIFICATION CRITERIA ON EFFECTIVENESS OF GOLF RING ROAD PROJECT IN RWANDA

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Published Jan 14, 2025
DOI https://doi.org/10.61426/business.v6i1.287

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DEBORAH TUMUKUNDE
Postgraduate Student, Master of Business Administration (Project Management), Mount Kenya University, Kigali, Rwanda
NAOMI NJOROGE, PhD
Senior Lecturer, Mount Kenya University, Kigali, Rwanda

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Researching how the decision-making principles of stakeholders affected the success of the Rwandan golf ring road project was the overarching goal of the study. Study objectives included assessing the impact of data-driven decision-making on the effectiveness of the Rwandan Golf Ring Road Project. The research was anchored by Stakeholder Theory. Out of 105targeted professionals, the sample size of 84 respondents was determined by use of Slovins formula. A mixed method approach including qualitative and quantitative was used. A descriptive survey design was used which allowed collection of both qualitative and quantitative data for triangulation. Both primary and secondary data was collected. Data collection instruments included designed questionnaires. Pilot study was carried at Engine Rwanda where 13 questionnaires were distributed at different times. Data analysis procedures was considered after collecting data and the researcher used SPSS version 25 software to obtain the tables of descriptive statistics and correlation and the influence was demonstrated statistically. Qualitative data was thematically analyzed and integrated with quantitative information. The findings highlight strong positive perceptions of stakeholder identification criteria and project effectiveness in the Golf Ring Road Project. Most respondents agreed or strongly agreed with statements emphasizing adequate stakeholder engagement, diversity, fair representation, and efforts to include marginalized groups, as reflected in high mean scores (ranging from 4.19 to 4.46). The results underscore the project’s success in stakeholder engagement and environmental considerations, contributing to enhanced effectiveness and sustainability. The Golf Ring Road Project demonstrates a commendable level of stakeholder engagement, inclusivity, and commitment to sustainable construction practices. It is recommended that future projects enhance mechanisms for resolving conflicts of interest, further amplify marginalized voices, and ensure ongoing stakeholder collaboration to sustain these positive outcomes.

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Vol 6 No 1 (2025)
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DEBORAH TUMUKUNDE, Postgraduate Student, Master of Business Administration (Project Management), Mount Kenya University, Kigali, Rwanda

Postgraduate Student, Master of Business Administration (Project Management), Mount Kenya University, Kigali, Rwanda

NAOMI NJOROGE, PhD, Senior Lecturer, Mount Kenya University, Kigali, Rwanda

Senior Lecturer, Mount Kenya University, Kigali, Rwanda

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