Kenya case study

• What does MEDC stand for?

  More Economically Developed Country
• What does LEDC stand for?

  Less Economically Developed Country
• How do MEDCs and LEDCs differ in terms of data reliability?

  MEDCs generally have more reliable data due to better data collection methods
• What is a key challenge in data collection for LEDCs?

  Nomadic populations make it difficult to collect accurate data
• What is the GDP per capita of Kenya in 2022?

  $2,099
• Why might some individuals in Kenya be reluctant to reveal their ethnicity during data collection?

  Due to ethnic tensions and fear of discrimination
• What method is used in Kenya to ensure faster data collection during the census?

  Data is collected electronically on tablets
• What percentage of people returned their census forms in Northern Ireland?

  94%
• What is the purpose of the pilot study conducted before the main census in Northern Ireland?

  To ensure the validity of the census process
• What is one way the Kenyan government uses census data?

  To redraw election boundaries
• What are the key differences between national census taking and vital registration?

  • National census: periodic count of the population
  • Vital registration: continuous recording of births and deaths
• What is the latest census year for Kenya mentioned in the study material?

  2019
• What is a significant issue affecting the reliability of vital statistics in Kenya?

  Only a portion of the rural population was registered
• What is the time frame for registering births in Kenya?

  Within 24 hours
• What is the main challenge in collecting data from nomadic populations?

  They have no fixed abode, making them hard to reach
• How does the data collection process differ between Kenya and Northern Ireland?

  Kenya uses tablets for data collection, while Northern Ireland uses paper forms and online options
• What are the key demographic and social questions asked in the Northern Ireland census?

  • Number of people in the household
  • Gender of residents
  • National identity
  • Ethnic group
  • Religion
  • Main language
• What is the main purpose of the census conducted by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS)?

  To determine population, living conditions, and ethnic composition
• What is the significance of confidentiality in census data collection?

  It encourages participation and protects individual privacy
• How does the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) benefit the analysis of census data in Kenya?

  It allows for visual representation and analysis of geographical data
• What was the percentage of births registered in Kenya in 2016?

  64.1%
• Why is it important for the Kenyan government to have accurate census data?

  It helps in planning for services like schools and hospitals
• What is the time limit for recording deaths in Kenya?

  No later than 5 days after the person’s passing
• What are the strengths and weaknesses of census data collection in MEDCs and LEDCs?

  Strengths:

  • MEDCs: High reliability and quality assurance
  • LEDCs: Efforts to improve data collection

  
  

  Weaknesses:

  • MEDCs: Potential for false information due to government interference
  • LEDCs: Challenges with nomadic populations and lack of privacy laws
• How does the Kenyan census data collection process ensure faster and more secure data capture?

  By using electronic tablets for data collection
• What is the role of enumerators in the census process?

  They collect completed surveys and ensure accurate data entry
• What is the main economic question asked in the Northern Ireland census?

  How do you travel to your place of work?
• How does the Kenyan government use census data for resource allocation?

  By linking it to regional population size
• What challenges do social factors pose in the reliability of census data in Kenya?

  Not all households are aware of births and deaths
• What is the latest census year for Northern Ireland mentioned in the study material?

  2021
• What is the significance of the number written on the door after enumeration in Kenya?

  It indicates that enumeration has been conducted
• How does the use of online census completion in Northern Ireland improve data collection?

  It increases accessibility and participation rates
• What is the main purpose of vital registration?

  To continuously record births and deaths
• Why is it important for census data to be released in various formats?

  To allow for diverse analysis and accessibility
• How does the Kenyan government ensure the reliability of vital statistics?

  By conducting campaigns to improve registration rates