Water insecurity, food insecurity and social capital associated with a group-led microfinance programme in semi-rural Kenya

Michael L. Goodman, Aleisha Elliott, Peter C. Melby, Stanley Gitari · 2022 · Global Public Health

Summary. A microfinance programme in semi-rural Kenya reduced water and food insecurity through increased social capital. Higher social capital—measured by group cohesion, trust, and mutual support—directly lowered water insecurity, which in turn reduced food insecurity. The findings suggest that programmes building social connections can address interconnected food and water security challenges in rural low- and middle-income communities.

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Goodman, M. L., Elliott, A., Melby, P. C., & Gitari, S.. (2022). Water insecurity, food insecurity and social capital associated with a group-led microfinance programme in semi-rural Kenya. Global Public Health. https://doi.org/10.1080/17441692.2022.2095656

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DOI: 10.1080/17441692.2022.2095656
Countries: Kenya
Regions: Africa
Categories: funding, food-systems, innovation-networks
Added: 2026-04-28