Faculty of Arts: Recent submissions
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Assessing Land Use Suitability in Relation to Ecologically Sensitive Areas: a Case of Kisii Central Ward in Kisii County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Kisii County is presently witnessing a remarkable and somewhat concerning surge in its growth rate, resulting in a noticeable transformation of land utilization. According to the most recent data available in the Kenya ... -
The Influence of Food Stories on the Food Preference Among Kindergarten Children; a Case of Mvita Sub-county
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Due to the increasingly prevalent diets in modern society such as foods high in sugar, high in fat, and ultra-processed food, (junk food) posing threats to human health, biodiversity, and the climate, there is an urgent ... -
Stakeholder Management and Completion of Class B Road Construction Projects in Kiambu County, Kenya
(University of NairobiUniversity of Nairobi, 2023)The study aimed to establish the relationship between stakeholder management and the completion of road construction projects in Kiambu County. The objectives of this study were to evaluate the relationship between stakeholder ... -
Role of Participatory Development Communication in Natural Resource Management: a Case of Naivasha Wetland Area
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Participatory development is key in ensuring that there is sustainable and efficient improvements from the physical aspect, especially where there is involvement of public facilities like sanitation and water amenities. ... -
Assessing Electricity Security in Relation to Electricity Supply Dynamics in Mukuru Kwa Reuben Informal Settlement, Nairobi, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The research cross-examined electricity (in)security in Mukuru kwa Reuben informal settlement, in the context of affordability, accessibility, availability and acceptability. Literature has demonstrated that electricity ... -
Challenges Associated With the Control of Drug Trafficking in Kenya: the Case of the Kenyan Anti-narcotics Unit.
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Drug trafficking is a major global enterprise, controlled by powerful interests, posing substantial threats to health, security, economy, and well-being of nations worldwide. Consequently, there is a global consensus to ... -
Enhancing Community-led Climate Actions in Kenya Through Effective Vernacular Radio Communication Strategies: a Case Study of Wote Town in Makueni County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Community-led climate actions as an approach in addressing climate change issues has been used by community radios and vernacular radio stations to reach a specific community. Therefore, local communities continue to rely ... -
Assessing the Factors That Influence Preparedness of Intelligence Led Undercover Operators in the Fight Against Emerging Crimes in Kenya. A Case of the Directorate of Criminal Investigation Headquarter, Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Studies show that advancement of global technology has seen the emergence of more criminal activities. In Kenya, there is a surge in criminal activities including terrorism, human/drug trafficking and cybercrime most of ... -
A Right to Reproductive Autonomy: a Case of Contraceptive Use Among Women in Mosocho Location, Kisii County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This research project examined the right of reproductive autonomy concerning contraceptive use among women in Mosocho in Kisii County. Specifically, the study’s aim was to (i) identify the factors that either promote or ... -
Analysing Youth Perception of Start-up Donor Funding: a Case Study of the Kenya Youth Employment Opportunities Project (Kyeop)
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This study on the Kenya Youth Employment Opportunities Project (KYEOP) aims to offer important insights into the elements that influence young people's perceptions of start-up donor funding and how these perceptions may ... -
Use of Digital Platforms in Communicating Sustainability and Social Impact Programmes: the Case of Safaricom Plc’s Ndoto Zetu Initiative
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The study sought to investigate the communication of sustainability and social impact programmes focusing on Safaricom PLC’s Ndoto Zetu initiative. The Specific objectives of the study were: to assess the use of digital ... -
Financial Resource Management and Performance of Street Children Rehabilitation Projects in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)In urban areas, street children are a common occurrence. Street children make for 25% of the 100 million youngsters who live in urban communities worldwide. There are currently 250,000 to 300,000 street children in Kenya; ... -
The Role of Cultural Diplomacy in Fostering Kenya’s National Image
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The study examined the role played by cultural diplomacy in fostering Kenya’s international image. Cultural diplomacy is the practice of exchanging aspects of culture, art, information and ideas with an objective of fostering ... -
Community Participation and Sustainability of Kenya Informal Settlements Improvement Projects in Nakuru County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Sustainability of projects is a critical issue in the developing countries. Involving locals within the informal settlements is aimed at improving the sustainability of the implemented projects. This study was undertaken ... -
Monitoring and Evaluation Practices and Completion of ECD Construction Projects in Kericho County.
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This research delves into the importance of stakeholder participation, careful planning, and resource allocation, as well as the Monitoring and evaluation (M&E) play a crucial part in project success. Monitoring and ... -
Assessment of Participatory Communication Strategies for Implementation of Food Security Policies in Kenya – Cross Sectional Study of Samburu County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Food security is a persistent challenge in East Africa, it has been severally noted by the United Nations Organizations (UNO) that East African countries are threatened by food challenges due to recurring famine, droughts ... -
Influence of Risk Management Strategies on Performance of Donor Funded Projects: a Case of Water Sanitation and Hygiene (Wash) Projects in Turkana County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The non-profit sector in Kenya has faced challenges to do with project failure, delays and increased costs. Adoption of risk management strategies has been proposed as a way to address these challenges. Project risk ... -
The Effects of Using Budget Tools on Transparency in County Governments of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The study set out to investigate the effects of using budget tools on transparency in county governments of Kenya. Specific objectives were to; investigate the relationship between policy statements and budget transparency; ... -
Risk Management Practices and Implementation of Building Construction Projects in Kenya: Case of National Police and Prisons Service Housing Programme
(University of NairobiUniversity of Nairobi, 2023)The construction sector/industry in Kenya key to the economy contributing about 7% to the national Gross Domestic Product according to the KNBS Economic Survey of 2022. Further targeted support programs in the construction ... -
Effects of Economic Development on Fertility in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The purpose of this research project was to study empirically the effects of economic development on fertility in Kenya. This was necessitated by the fact that Kenya’s economy has been improving and the country recently ...
