Note that most WGs were operating more than one project. These MSEs were in line
with those undertaken by WGs country wide (Ongile, 1995; Wanjau, 1995; Republic of
Kenya, 1993; Riria, 1985). It can be seen from Table II that most WGs in the area were
mostly involved in animal rearing. Specific MSEs that were identified in this category included: beekeeping; sheep rearing; piggery; poultry keeping; keeping dairy animals;
and fish farming. This category of MSEs formed twenty five percent of the total MSEs
sampled. A total of 58 per cent of the total responses received from those involved in
animal rearing indicated success, while the failure rate was 42 per cent.