Faculty of Arts: Recent submissions
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The Effects of Social Support on Self-efficacy and Self-management of Children Living With Epilepsy in Nairobi County
(university of Nairobi, 2020)Different types of studies have been conducted to explain epilepsy as a medical condition. However very few of them have concentrated on the psychological and social effects on people living with epilepsy (PWE). The study ... -
Self-inscription in Becoming by Michelle Obama
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Autobiography as an interface of the self and experience is pivotal in the study of "what" and "how" people represent their stories. Since her appearance as the First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama has been a ... -
Print Media Coverage of Youth Business Startups in Kenya: a Comparative Analysis of Hustle and My Network Magazines
(university of Nairobi, 2020)This study aimed at examining how the print media in Kenya specifically Hustle and My Network magazines cover stories on business startups founded by the youth. The study was anchored on four main objectives that seek ... -
Challenges of Peacekeeping Operation: Case Study of South Sudan 2011-2016
(university of Nairobi, 2020)This study investigated the challenges of Peacekeeping Operations in South Sudan between 2011 and 2016. The first objective was to analyze the conflict dynamics in South Sudan. The second objective was to examine the peace ... -
Occupational Risks and Their Potential Impact on Employees’ Health in Kenya Tea Development Agency’s Managed Factories
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The study was conducted within KTDA managed tea factories in Kenya to study occupational risks and their potential impact on employees’ health. The specific objectives included: examining the effect of injuries on employees’ ... -
Kimeru Causatives: a morphosyntactic study in a construction Grammar approach.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This study sought to study causatives in the Kimeru language. Common Kimeru words used in this study were derived from its Igoji dialect. The study's objectives were: to find out how causatives are formed in Kimeru, to ... -
Perceptions on the Use of Performance Enhancing Drugs by Athletes in Selected Counties of North Rift, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Some Kenyan athletes have tested positive for medicinal, recreational or prohibited substances that are in the Prohibited list of World Anti-doping Agency. Depending on the nature of their violation, these athletes have ... -
Factors Influencing the Adoption of Greenhouse Farming by Smallholders in Central Imenti Subcounty in Meru County.
(university of Nairobi, 2020)The role of technology in agriculture production has continued to grow in importance over time. One method which has been proposed to address continued food production throughout the year and to meet the growing food ... -
Potential for Bike-share in Upper Hill Area, Nairobi, Kenya
(university of Nairobi, 2020)Commuters using motorized transport in Nairobi walk long distances to connect to their destinations from public transit stops which makes them lose a lot of valuable time and is uncomfortable. The use of bike share can ... -
Language preferences and attitudes towards local languages: a case study of Makongeni Estate in Thika Town
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This research work was aimed at establishing language preferences and attitudes towards local languages in a multilingual setting with particular reference to Makongeni Estate in Thika Town. The objectives of the study ... -
A pragmatic analysis of metaphors in HIV/AIDS discourse a case of Ekegusii
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This research is based on a Pragmatic Analysis of Ekegusii metaphors used in HIV/AIDS discourse. This follows the fact that among the Abagusii people, metaphors are ubiquitous. These metaphors are basically used to relay ... -
The Contribution of Saccos in Enhancing Household Livelihoods Among Members in Bungoma County, Western Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Despite the opportunities offered by Saccos to individuals to participate in economic development, the researcher is not aware of any study that has documented the extent to which Saccos contribute towards enhancing household ... -
A Lexical Pragmatic Approach to the Study of Metaphorical Expressions Used in Selected Kikamba Gospel Songs
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This study reveals the results of a research carried out on a lexical pragmatic approach on metaphorical expressions used in selected Kikamba gospel songs. The study aimed at analysing the types of metaphors used in the ... -
Disaster Preparedness in Academic Libraries in Kenya: Case of Jomo Kenyatta Memorial Library, University of Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The purpose of the study was to investigate disaster preparedness in academic libraries in Kenya using case study of Jomo Kenyatta Memorial Library University of Nairobi. The objectives of the study were to: find out the ... -
Optimization of Electronic Record Management System and Performance in Public Institutions: Case Study of the Ministry of Lands and Physical Planning Registry
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The aim of the study was to examine the optimization of electronic records management systems in performance of public institutions with reference to the ministry of lands and physical planning registry.................. -
Effectiveness of Probation and Community Service Order Sentencing on Offenders: a Case Study of Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The global prison population is increasing and causing enormous financial burdens on governments (UNODC, 2006). There are currently 108 prison facilities in Kenya with over 54, 000 offenders incarcerated (Kenya Prisons ... -
Live Broadcast Of Parliamentary Proceedings And Its Impact On The Legislative Oversight Role Of The Senate Of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Live broadcast of parliamentary proceedings is meant to create public awareness on the roles of parliament and the Senate in particular. However, despite the existence of live broadcast of parliamentary proceedings since ... -
An Assessment of the Kenya Quarry Sustainability Performance in Nairobi City County
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The extractive industry has visible and, sometimes, not so visible negative impacts on the operators, abutting communities and land uses. While relevant management authorities and operators have demonstrated their ... -
Narratological Examination Of The Narratee In Christopher Okemwa’S Sabina And The Mystery Of The Ogre And Sabina The Rain Girl.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This study set out to examine the narratee in Christopher Okemwa’s Sabina and the Mystery of the Ogre and Sabina the Rain Girl. The study analyses the narratee notion focusing on its definition, its signals and identification. ... -
Usasa Katika Ushairi Wa Kithaka Wa Mberia: Uchanganuzi Wa Maudhui Na Mtindo
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Themes and style are two inseparable aspects in a literary work. This research mainly focuses on modernity of themes as enabled by the unique style in Kithaka wa Mberia’s poetry. The objectives of this study are: to ...
