Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences (FoA&SS / FoL / FBM): Recent submissions
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An Assessment of Compliance With the Obligation to Mainstream Climate Change Adaptation Strategies in the Execution of County Governments’ Functions
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Climate change presents a fundamental threat to human health. It affects the physical environment as well as all aspects of both natural and human systems including social and economic conditions and the functioning of ... -
Effect of Foreign Direct Investment Inflows on Economic Growth in East African Community
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Foreign direct investment plays a critical role in fostering economic growth, particularly in developing regions such as the East African Community. Despite its recognized potential, the impact of FDI inflows on economic ... -
Influence of Industry Legislation on Strategy Implementation of Oil Marketing Companies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Organizations are both environmental serving and dependent and industry legislation forms an integral part of the environment. Notwithstanding the growing importance of industry legislation, many companies do not always ... -
The Influence of Strategic Partnerships on Resource Mobilization at Vso Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)The decline of donor funding has necessitated most NGOs in Kenya to look for alternative ways of fundraising. Covid-19 pandemic created a worldwide crisis that saw many countries who were mostly associated with bilateral ... -
Challenges of Strategic Leadership and Performance of State Department for Petroleum of National Government of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)This study aimed to assess the impact of strategic leadership challenges on the performance of the State Department for Petroleum within the National Government of Kenya. It was guided by Upper Echelon Theory, Resource ... -
Factors Influencing the Uptake of Maternal Health Services in Entonet-lenkisim Ward, Kajiado County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)The uptake of maternal health services remains an urgent problem in Kenya despite the implementation of initiatives to strengthen health service delivery. Maternal health indicators continue to show deteriorating numbers, ... -
Effects of Digital Fundraising Strategies on the Financial Performance of Small and Medium Agriculture Non-governmental Organizations in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2024)This study aimed at exploring the effects of digital fundraising strategies on the financial performance of small and medium-sized agricultural non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in Nairobi County. The study was guided ... -
The Effect of Climate Change on Food Security Among Vulnerable Populations in Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2024)This research aims to explore the effects climate change poses on the food security of vulnerable populations in Africa particularly Garissa County, in Kenya. Using a mixed-methods approach that combines qualitative ... -
Effect of Asset Liability Management on Financial Performance of Insurance Companies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)institution’s assets held and liabilities to minimize exposure to risks and improve financial performance. The study sought to determine the effect of asset liability management on financial performance in Kenya. The ... -
The Impact of Fraud Control Practices on the Financial Performance of Commercial State Corporations in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)The detection of illegal financial activities by CEOs and other cadres in the public and private sectors of the economy leads to fraud. Missing or misdirected cash, overstating expenses, understating revenue, and inappropriate ... -
The Effects of Gender Based Violence Among Somali Women in Mbalambala Constituency, Garissa County
(University of Nairobi, 2024)This study investigated the causes and effects of gender-based violence among female members of the Somali community in Balambala constituency, Garissa County, in North-Eastern Kenya. The study had three specific objectives, ... -
Influence of Innovative Strategies on the Competitive Advantage of Deposit Taking Saccos in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2024)This study explored how innovative strategies influence the competitive advantage of Deposit-Taking SACCOs (DT-SACCOs) in Nairobi County, emphasizing the link between innovation and organizational performance. It drew on ... -
Effect of Financing Options on Economic Development in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Financing options play a crucial role in a country's economic development by providing essential capital for public and private investments. While previous research has examined individual financial instruments such as ... -
An Analysis of Miraa (Khat) Supply Chain in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)This project focused on analyzing the Miraa supply chain in Kenya. The research had three objectives. The objectives were,to identify the key components and model Miraa supply chains, to analyze the key constraints in ... -
Couples Educational Pairing and Fertilty Decline in Kenya: Analysis of Decomposed Cohort Fertility Rates
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Kenya’s fertility rate has declined from 8.0 in 1979 to 3.4 in 2019. This fertility decline has been explained by multiple socioeconomic transformation that has occurred over the same period of time. Education has played ... -
Capacity Utilization and Operational Performance in the Kenyan Dairy Processing Sector
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Influence of Performance Appraisal Process on Performance of Kenya Red Cross Society
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Performance appraisal is one of the very important processes that organizations must undertake to facilitate the achievement of their strategic goals and enhance their performance. It is through performance evaluation ... -
Effect of Taxation on Profitability of Small and Medium Sized Enterprises in the Nairobi Central Business District, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Taxation is the backbone of the rise and fall of many small business enterprises in developing countries. Taxation lowers business financial performance as high tax rates reduce the profit margins of firms and SMEs hardly ... -
Efficacy of Private Investment for Climate Adaptation Initiatives in Waste Management in Nairobi County, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2024)The task of enticing private investment for climate adaptation programs poses substantial obstacles. A significant barrier exists due to the absence of shared definitions and monitoring systems to accurately record private ... -
Impact of Strategic Management Practises on Performance of Kenya Port Authority
(University of Nairobi, 2024)In today's fast-paced corporate environment, organizations must adopt strategic management practices (SMPs) to maintain a competitive edge and boost performance. These strategies not only enhance business capabilities but ...
