3.2.2 Primary data collection
This technique was employed to gather data directly from the
targeted population in the study area and concerned government authorities. The
following instruments were used to collect the necessary primary data from the
study area, residents in the study area and government officials.
3.2.2.1 Field observation and field measurement
This method will be used to explore the current situation of
the study area in terms of the nature of housing. This technique is a
systematic approach that involves accurate watching and noting of the situation
as it occurs in the natural order. With this technique, some photographs were
taken to well represent the situation on the field.
3.2.2.2 Field survey
To obtain necessary data through field survey, two techniques
were used; questionnaire and interview.
3.2.2.2.1 Questionnaire survey
In order to obtain further primary data through field survey,
a structured questionnaire was used.The questionnaires were designed and
administered through self-completion of the responses directly from the
respondents. Two kinds of questionnaire were designed- one designed for each
selected household in the study area, and another one for the local leaders.
3.2.2.2.2 Interview
In this method, direct questions were administered between the
researcher and respondents in which a positive approach was used to obtain the
required information. Relevant questions to those designed in the questionnaire
were asked in the same sequence to ensure consistency, efficiency, and
accuracy.
The targeted interviewees were the personnel in charge of
urban planning in Nyarugenge district, the one in charge of infrastructure in
Muhima sector and the executive secretary of Amahoro cell. And one personnel in
charge of urban planning in Rwanda housing authority was interviewed.
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