Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences (FoA&SS / FoL / FBM): Recent submissions
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Local Integration of Refugees in Kenya: the National Security Challenge
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Kenya is a signatory to the 1951 UN Refugee Convention which provides for the principle of non-refoulment that prohibits the country from returning refugees to the countries of origin where they would otherwise face ... -
Project Planning Approaches and the Sustainability of Donor Funded Healthcare Projects in Makueni, County Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)The sustainability of donor-funded healthcare projects remains a critical concern in developing countries, where continued positive impacts beyond the funding period are often uncertain. In Makueni County, Kenya, the success ... -
Socio-economic Impacts of Contemporary Cattle Rustling Among Pastoralist Communities. A Case Study of West Pokot County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This study examines the socio-economic impacts of cattle rustling on pastoralist communities in West Pokot, Kenya. Efforts to prevent cattle rustling have not yet produced fruit. Cattle rustling, defined as the stealing ... -
Banking Platforms in the Rural Setting a Case Study of Makueni County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The emergence of banking has had a profound impact on global technical innovation, economic growth, and social development. This impact has been largely driven by advancements in digitization and technology. The objective ... -
Participatory project Planning Approaches and Performance of Food Security Projects in Laikipia County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Participatory planning is an exercise that is undertaken by a community to achieve a certain social economic objective by critically checking its issues and taking a step to sort out those issues. The community needs ... -
The Influence of Digital Marketing Strategies on Performance of Small and Medium-sized Agribusinesses in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The digital transformation of agribusiness has become a critical driver of success in the modern agricultural landscape. This study investigated the digital marketing strategies employed by small and medium-sized agribusinesses ... -
Access to Justice by Refugees in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The right to access to justice by refugees in Kenya is examined in this thesis, with particular attention paid to the practical and legal difficulties they face when pursuing justice through the Kenyan judicial system. ... -
Effect of Working Capital Management on Value of Firms Listed at Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Effective management of working capital can significantly impact a company's financial value, affecting the revenue it receives and the cost of financing its current operations. The objective of this study was to analyze ... -
The Effect of Corporate Governance on Financial Performance of Deposit Taking Microfinance Institutions in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Within the expansive body of literature, the nexus between corporate governance and firm performance remains a vigorously debated topic in corporate finance research. It is adeptly emphasized that the imperative of prudent ... -
Determinants of Crime Rates in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Crime poses a severe threat to the socioeconomic fabric of Kenya, with alarming increases in reported cases over recent years, including a staggering 14.3% rise in crime rates between 2020 and 2021 alone. This study sought ... -
The Effect of Portfolio Diversification on the Financial Performance of Provident Funds in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Studies on portfolio diversification and asset allocation have generally focused on the financial performance of pension funds as opposed to provident funds. Provident funds are impeded by the requirement to make payments ... -
Strategies Employed by Airtel Networks Kenya for Customer Retention
(University of Nairobi, 2024)The purpose of this study was to examine the strategies employed by Airtel Networks Kenya for customer retention. This research was guided by the Porters’ theory of competitive advantage and relationship marketing theory. ... -
Generic Strategies Adopted by Small and Medium Enterprises Within Industrial Area, Nairobi City County for Competitive Advantage
(University of Nairobi, 2024)In today's rapidly evolving business environment, only a few companies can guarantee survival and secure returns, leading to heightened competition across all sectors. Companies may gain an advantage over their rivals ... -
Digital Lending Strategies and Competitive Advantage of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)A competitive strategy comprises of all the changes and tactics an organization is making to entice buyers, deal with competitive stress and progress its market place. They further point out that a competitive strategy ... -
Project Management Skills and Performance of Strengthening of Mathematics & Science in Secondary Education (Smasse) Project in Gatundu South Sub County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The SMASSE project was initiated in 1998 to address Kenya's mass failures in STEM subjects. Despite national efforts, reports show a persistent decline. Existing studies on project management skills and performance focus ... -
Strategic Leadership and Service Delivery Among Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Effective strategic leadership practices require strong leadership techniques to encourage management and achieve organizational goals while shaping strategic intent. Strategic leadership affects service delivery and its ... -
Effect of Audit Committee Characteristics on Financial Reporting Quality of Deposit- Taking Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Reporting financial quality is a critical aspect of governance in financial institutions, ensuring transparency, accuracy, and reliability in the information provided to stakeholders. The rising complexity of financial ... -
Influence of Competitive Strategies on Innovation Among Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)In 21st century businesses have recognized that engaging in strategic thinking is essential to the accomplishment of their business objectives. Most companies are faced with the challenge of implementation of competitive ... -
Healthcare Utilization Determinants in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Understanding the determinants of healthcare utilization is crucial for designing effective healthcare policies and improving population health outcomes. Healthcare utilization patterns are influenced by a complex interplay ... -
Risk Management Strategies and Sustainability of Women Entrepreneurship Projects in Kenya: a Case Study of the African Women's Entrepreneurship Program in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Globally, women business leaders significantly impact their industries, markets, and communities through the creation of jobs, innovation, and economic growth. While some female entrepreneurs effortlessly achieve their goals, ...
