Browsing Policy Briefs by Issue Date
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Options for Improving the Communication of Seasonal Rainfall Forecasts to Smallholder Farmers – The Case of Kenya
(Department of Geography and Environmental Studies, 2012)This „Briefing Paper“ discusses options for improving the communication of seasonal rainfall forecasts to smallholder farmers, taking Kenya as its example. Smallholder farmers depend on rain-fed agriculture in most of ... -
Re-introduction of VAT on ICT Equipment in Kenya: Special Focus on Mobile Phones
(University of Nairobi, 2014-04) -
EfD Kenya held water policy day
(University of Nairobi, 2014-12-02) -
Understanding The Global Data On Illicit Financial Flows: A Legal Perspective
(University of Nairobi, 2019) -
Policy Brief on the State of Taxation on the Digital Economy
(University of Nairobi, 2019) -
Policy Brief On Source V Residence
(University of Nairobi, 2019) -
Devolution in Kenya: Strengthening Systems for Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting: IDS/PB/2020/2
(University of Nairobi, 2020) -
Devolution in Kenya: Strengthening Human Resources and Administrative Structures: IDS/PB/2020/1
(University of Nairobi, 2020) -
Making devolution work for livestock trading in Northern Kenya
(African drylands Institute for Sustainability, 2020)KEY HIGHLIGHTS evolution has improved administrative state functions at the county levels in northern Kenya. In 2018/2019 FY, counties in northerDn Kenya received an annual budget of over Kshs. 50 Billion, with Garissa ... -
Implications of the Minamata Convention on Mercury on Oral Health in Kenya
(Office of DVC Research, Innovation and Enterprise, 2020-04-26)Key Messages Dental amalgam is scheduled for a global phase-down. Several phase-down strategies are available to ensure that oral health is not affected by the unavailability of affordable dental treatment. The expected ... -
Sanitation challenges, groundwater perspectives and their intertwined relationships in Kisumu, Kenya
(Office of DVC Research, Innovation and Enterprise, 2020-04-26)Key Messages Groundwater is the preferred alternative water source during times of shortages and in areas not served by piped water supplies.Pit latrines are the main sanitation facilities in Kisumu where sewerage extends ... -
Mangrove Degradation: Reversing the Trend through Community Engagemen
(Office of DVC Research, Innovation and Enterprise, 2020-04-26)Key Messages Community Sensitisation on growth characteristics of mangrove species to understand implications of over-utilisation. Development of holistic mangrove reforestation programme inclusive of all species. Funding ... -
Enhancing Sustainability in African Catfish Seed Supply for Improved Production in Kenya
(Kenya Policy Briefs, 2020-04-28)Farmed catfish production is low due to poor survival of fry (larvae) reducing seed availability, forcing search for seeds from natural sources Increases exploitation pressure on natural populations, exposes fishermen ... -
Drastic Massive Loss of Women’s Diets Diversity Due to Changes in Season
(Office of DVC Research, Innovation and Enterprise, 2020-05)Most causes of women’s nutritional problems are preventable. Lack of variety, poor quality, and sufficient food during pregnancy are important factors contributing to the health problems of expectant mothers and newborn ... -
Replenish Millions of Kenyan Household’s Granaries Through Forest Restoration.
(2020-05)Deforestation is estimated to have deprived Kenya’s economy of Kshs. 5.8 billion (US$68 million) in 2010 and Kshs. 6.6 billion in 2009, far outstripping the roughly Kshs. 1.3 billion earned from forestry and logging each ... -
Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease: How Can They Make Informed Nutritional Decisions?
(Office of DVC Research, Innovation and Enterprise, 2020-05)In chronic kidney disease (CKD), the kidney’s functions of removal of waste product from the body are gradually impaired, causing the death of over 2.4 million people globally (International Society of Nephrology, 2018). ... -
Key Fire Disaster Prevention Factors in Informal Settlements in Nairobi
(Office of DVC Research, Innovation and Enterprise, 2020-05)Rapid and haphazard urban development has often placed homes dangerously close together. When fires start, they often spread easily and quickly. Given the density of many of these settlements, evacuations are chaotic and ...
