Abstract:
This study investigates the effects of khat chewing on youth work culture and productivity in
Shabe Sombo Woreda, Jimma Zone, with a focus on male participants. A mixed-methods
approach was used, combining both quantitative and qualitative research methods. The
quantitative aspect involved surveys to collect numerical data, while the qualitative side
relied on in-depth interviews to explore personal experiences and attitudes. The study
employed a descriptive research design to provide a detailed account of how khat use affects
productivity without manipulating variables
