Abstract: Project sustainability has become a major concern for donors and development organizations due to the increasing demand for long-term project outcomes in a dynamic global environment. This study examined the influence of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) practices on the sustainability of projects funded by Self Help Africa in Kenya. Specifically, the study assessed the effects of M&E budgeting, planning, managerial skills, and stakeholder participation on project sustainability. A census approach was adopted targeting completed projects funded by Self Help Africa, involving management staff, accountants, planners, evaluation officers, and project managers. Primary data were collected using questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics, including regression analysis and ANOVA. The findings revealed that managerial skills in M&E, stakeholder participation, M&E budgeting, and M&E planning significantly influenced the sustainability of Self Help Africa projects in Kenya. The study concludes that effective M&E practices are essential in enhancing sustainable project outcomes. It recommends strengthening M&E management capacity, ensuring early stakeholder involvement, allocating adequate M&E budgets, and integrating M&E planning during the initial stages of project design to improve sustainability.
Keywords: Monitoring and Evaluation; Project Sustainability; Stakeholder Participation; M&E Planning; Donor-Funded Projects.
Title: Monitoring and Evaluation Practices and Sustainability of Donor-Funded Projects Implemented by Self-Help Africa in Kenya
Author: Kirit Juma Mtana, Lydiah Gachengo
International Journal of Management and Commerce Innovations
ISSN 2348-7585 (Online)
Vol. 14, Issue 1, April 2026 - September 2026
Page No: 528-535
Research Publish Journals
Website: www.researchpublish.com
Published Date: 10-June-2026
