Volume 6 of the African Journal of Business Economics and Industry (AJOBEI) marks yet another milestone in the journal’s commitment to advancing scholarly inquiry and practical knowledge in the dynamic fields of business, economics, and industry across the African continent. In an era defined by economic resilience, industrial innovation, and the growing significance of regional and global partnerships, this volume brings together diverse contributions that reflect both emerging challenges and transformative opportunities within Africa’s socio-economic landscape.

The articles featured in this volume offer rigorous theoretical analyses, empirical studies, and case-based insights from scholars, practitioners, and policymakers. Key themes explored include sustainable industrial development, entrepreneurial ecosystems, digital transformation, trade and investment trends, and the role of economic policy in fostering inclusive growth. Special attention is given to the intersection of traditional industries with contemporary technological advancements, underscoring the continent's unique position in shaping the future of global economic discourse.

AJOBEI continues to serve as a vital platform for intellectual exchange and evidence-based dialogue, encouraging contributions that not only deepen academic understanding but also inform practice and policymaking. Volume 6 upholds this tradition by fostering multidisciplinary engagement and promoting research that is locally grounded yet globally relevant.

We extend our sincere appreciation to the authors, peer reviewers, editorial team, and partner institutions whose dedication and expertise have made this volume possible. We remain committed to supporting high-quality research that contributes meaningfully to Africa’s economic and industrial transformation.

African Journal of Business, Economics and Industry (AJOBEI) is a distinguished academic peer-reviewed publication that disseminates original research, academic and scholarly output that contribute to growth of knowledge in Business, Economics, Industry and Education. The journal targets professionals and researchers in academia, industry, education, government agencies/policy makers highlighting the intersection of business, economics and industry with emphasis on transformative role of technology in sustainable economic development. The topics covered in this issue highlight the effects of technology on students’ behavior in Kenyan Universities to analyzing the impact of Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA) implementation on retention of medical staff in workplace, the benefits of using educational technology in teaching and learning processes in Universities, challenges and how best the latter can be addressed to improve these processes. Readers are invited to engage with and appreciate the dynamic landscape of business, economics and industry as applied to sustainable development.

African Journal of Business, Economics and Industry (AJOBEI) is an academic peer-reviewed yearly
publication for original, innovative research and academic output that contributes to growth of knowledge in
Business, Economics, Industry and related discipline globally. The journal targets: Business
professionals/scientists, researchers, media specialists, business students, government agencies/policymakers
and citizens with a passion for contemporary business ventures.

This second edition aims to address contemporary societal and global concerns in business and industry. It
carries original full-length articles that reflect the latest research and developments in both theoretical and
practical aspects of a modern business society. It promotes research awareness and compatibility platform
through a concise and methodical interface to cater for all categories of scholars in business, while encouraging
innovation, creativity in research catalyst by information technology and transformative leadership.

The topical issues in this journal include: Effect of organizational culture on the implementation of corporate
strategy in private chartered universities; effect of natural disasters on the productivity of micro, small and
medium enterprises; risk management strategies and sustainable competitive advantage of commercial banks
; financing options and the sustainable growth of real estates; situational factors, individual factors, and
marketing consumers ; venture capital risk measures and access to venture capital financing by SMEs ;
teacher-student communication and prevention of teenage pregnancies in public secondary schools ;textile
market responses to covid-19 and relationship between biblical context and akurinu mission with emphasis
on poverty alleviation.