Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences (FoA&SS / FoL / FBM): Recent submissions
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Challenges of Translating Islamic Religious Texts From Arabic to Kiswahili
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The Effect of Digitalization on the Efficiency of Commercial Banks in Malawi
(University of Nairobi, 2024)The rapid advancement of digital technologies has transformed the banking industry, enhancing operational efficiency and expanding the range of services offered to customers. In Malawi, commercial banks have increasingly ... -
Strategic Planning Practices and Competitive Advantage Among Insurance Companies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)In this era of globalization, characterized by rapid transformations across all industries, the operational landscape for organizations has become increasingly unstable and unpredictable. This dynamic environment necessitates ... -
Effect of Fintech Integration on Financial Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)The rapid evolution of financial technology has profoundly transformed the banking industry, particularly in emerging markets such as Kenya. As banks increasingly adopt fintech solutions to enhance their service delivery ... -
Effect of Firm Characteristics on the Financial Health of Listed Investment Companies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)The financial health of investment companies is critical for their sustainability and contribution to economic development. However, limited empirical evidence exists on how firm-specific characteristics influence financial ... -
Analysing Communication Efforts Targeting Smallholder Farmers in Western Kenya in the Uptake Of New Agronomic Technologies—the Case of Agricultural Lime
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Soil acidity in Western Kenya reduces crop yields, yet adoption of agricultural lime, a proven remedy, remains low among smallholder farmers. Barriers such as limited access to information, high costs, and inconsistent ... -
Public Participation in Approving Cabinet Secretaries Nominees in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)This project paper investigates the place of public participation in the approval of Cabinet Secretary (CS) nominees in Kenya. It argues that, although Articles 10 and 118(b) of the Constitution of Kenya require public ... -
Relationship Between Financial Literacy and Portfolio Performance of University of Nairobi Employees
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Financially literate investors allocate their investments across different assets and thereby minimize the risks. Financially literate investors understand the risk-return tradeoff and are thus confident to hold even the ... -
Environmental Diplomacy and Climate Change Mitigation in West Africa: A Case Study of West Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2024)West Africa faces significant climate change impacts, affecting key sectors across the region. Ghana, as a coastal state, experiences challenges such as coastal erosion, while other West African countries endure drought ... -
Effect of Cognitive Biases on Profits of Investors at the Gikomba Market in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Cognitive biases, such as representative bias, loss aversion bias, overconfidence bias, and herd instinct, can significantly influence investment decisions, often leading to suboptimal outcomes. Anchored on behavioral ... -
Effect of Tax Shield Strategies on Corporate Performance of Listed Companies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Tax efficiency is one of the tools that organizations can use to enhance income levels. They do not only pursue profit targets but also concentrate on upsurging the value of the businesses and thus benefit the shareholders ... -
John Stuart Mill's Principle on Liberty and the Regulation of Freedom of Religion: The Case of Good News International Church in Kilifi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)The misuse of religious freedom has become a major concern in modern society, with cases of abuse leading to tragic outcomes, as seen in events such as the Shakahola tragedy in Kenya. In this context, the study analyses ... -
Administrative Strategies Influencing Career Decision Making Among Students in Public Secondary Schools in Embakasi Sub County, Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)This study investigated administrative strategies influencing career decision making among secondary school students in Embakasi Sub-County, Nairobi, Kenya. The objectives of this study were: to determine the influence of ... -
Effect of Financial Innovation on Financial Performance of Tier iii Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of financial innovation on the financial performance of tier III commercial banks in Kenya. In doing so, the study was anchored by the diffusion of innovation theory, ... -
Governance Practices and Sustainability of Forest Conservation Projects in Chepalungu, Bomet County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Degradation of natural ecosystems is currently the most serious global environmental concern leading to global warming and other related climate change repercussions. Despite the significant contribution of forests to ... -
Figurative Imageries in the Poem: ‘why Do You Venture Into the Sea of Perils’ by the Kenyan Poet Sayyid Ali Bin Ahmad Bin Salih
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Effects of Firms Characteristics, Asset Growth and Financial Performance of Non-financial Firms Listed at Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Attributes and traits of companies had garnered significant importance within the corporate finance domain, serving as pivotal intermediaries in the financial landscape. This research aimed to investigate the impact of ... -
Influence of Artificial Intelligence on the Performance of Ict Firms in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)The study was to ascertain the influence of artificial intelligence on the performance of ICT firms in Nairobi Kenya. The study based its case on operational efficiency competitiveness and innovation as well as problems ... -
Relationship Between Investment Decisions and Financial Stability of Microfinance Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Microfinance institutions are financial institutions that originated with the need to target the poor and marginalized groups in the society. In Kenya, there are two categories of microfinance institutions, the credit only ... -
Customer Quality Focus and Service Delivery Among Airline Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)In the increasingly competitive business environment, the emphasis on customer quality focus has become paramount for organizations striving to enhance service delivery. Despite the recognition of quality as a critical ...
