Browsing Theses and Dissertations by Subject "Kenya"
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Access to criminal justice in kenya: a case study of kibera
(University of NairobiSchool of law, 2008)Access to justice for the poor has been elusive in many respects. Existing dispute resolution mechanisms and structures in Africa were imposed upon the people through colonialism. The legal profession in East Africa ... -
Access to justice: a case study of the legal and institutional framework, procedures and practice in relation to election petitions in Kenya
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Achieving Sustainable Competitive Advantage Through Product Differentiation in Deposit Taking Microfinance Institutions in Kenya
(School of Business, 2012)Product differentiation involves creating a product that is perceived unique thus making it more attractive to a particular target market as compared to others. Different MFIs which encompass a wide range of these financial ... -
Administration of water laws in Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of law, 1975)The administration of water laws in the Republic of Kenya is the subject of this dissertation. The law has been administered by people with much practical experience but without legal training. This dissertation tries ... -
Administrative and methodological challenges which affect academic performance of the visually impaired students in special secondary school in Thika district-Kenya
(School Of Education, University of Nairobi, 2004)This study was carried out with the main purpose of investigating the administrative and methodological challenges related to inadequate training, inadequate finances, inadequate teaching and learning resources and ... -
The adoption of Katumani improved seed varieties in Wote division, Makueni district (Kenya)
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Adoption of Mobile Money Transfer by Co-operative Bank of Kenya Limited in the Settlement of International Transactions
(University of Nairobi,School of Business,, 2012-08)It has recently been observed by Co-operative bank of Kenya Limited that a significant number of accelerated international business transactions, in the interplay with other factors, can increase productivity; enhance ... -
Adoption of Risk Management by Commercial Banks in Kenya
(School of Business, University of Nairobi, 2010-11)The banking sector plays are very important role in the economy and the stability of the sector can not be over emphasized. Central bank of Kenya is mandated to regulate the industry. By the end of 2009 there were 44 ... -
Adoption of soil fertility management technologies in the semi-arid areas of Kenya: the case of Machakos, Makueni and Kitui Districts'
(Department of Agricultural Economics, University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2005-04)Agriculture is the main economic sector in Kenya and contributes significantly to national development. For the sector to play this centra! role in a sustainable way, rapid growth in output and productivity is critical. ... -
Adoption of the Balanced Scorecard by State Corporations in the Ministry of Information and Communication, Kenya
(School of Business, University of Nairobi, 2011-11)The study sought to examine the adoption of the balanced scorecard by state corporations within the Ministry of Information and Communication in Kenya. The study was guided by the following specific objectives: to establish ... -
Africa’s Growth and Opportunity Act: Economic Policy Implications for Kenya
(University of Nairobi,Africa’s growth and opportunity act: Economic policy implications for Kenya, 2002-10)The study examines the policy areas that Kenya needs to improve on in order to take full advantage of Africa's Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The Act, as a new US trade and policy towards Sub-Saharan Africa, provides ... -
Age at first birth and age at first marriage:A study of adolescent fertility in Kenya
(Department of Population Studies & Research Institute, University of Nairobi, 1981-07)This study was designed to examine the relationship between the event of first birth and first marriage among a sample of adolescent women in Kenya. The study used data from the Kenya Fertility Survey which is a component ... -
Agent banking as a diversification strategy by commercial banks in Kenya
(School of Business, University of Nairobi, 2012-10)The Kenya Banking sector has demonstrated a solid growth over the past few years. The industry continues to offer significant profit opportunities for the major participants. Kenya has attracted worldwide acclaim by expanding ... -
Agroforestry tree mulches: effects on runoff, soil loss, soil physical properties and maize performance on a lixisol in a semi arid area of Machakos, Kenya
(Department of Agricultural Engineering, University of Nairobi, 1996)The effects of mulch from the foliage of Grevillea robusta, Cassia siamea and Gliricidia septum on selected soil physical properties, runoff, soil erosion and maize performance on a lixisol in Machakos, a semi arid area ... -
Alcoholism and its effects on the productivity of the youth
(Department of Sociology, University of Nairobi, 2008-11)The intensity of alcohol abuse in Kenya has been a major concern in recent years, more so affecting the youth. This study focused on the youth aged between ages 15-25 years and was carried out in Kinyago Village, Gatundu ... -
Amnesty within the context of the 2007 post-election violence in Kenya: Is it a prescription for sustainable justice and peace?
(University of NairobiSchool of law, 2008)I have watched television and read newspapers with dismay. Just when I thought politicians had stopped their bad manners, they are at it again. This time they are arguing about amnesty for criminals. Some of them feel ... -
Analysis of determinants of agricultural credit performance in Kenya
(Department of Agricultural Economics, University of Nairobi, 2010-06)The main research objective was to analyze the determinants of agricultural credit performance in Agricultural Finance Corporation (AFC) Kenya. The specific objectives were to analyze the historical and current performance ... -
An analysis of factors affecting choice of disease Control strategies among smallholder dairy farmers In murang' a south district, kenya
(University of NairobiDepartment of Agricultural and Applied Economics, 2009)This study evaluated the factors influencing the choice of disease control strategies and constraints to optimal dairy health management practices in smallholder dairy production system. The disease control strategies ... -
An analysis of fish farming post economic stimulus program in Kibwezi, Makueni County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Communities living in Arid and Semi-arid Lands (ASALs) face many challenges such as poverty, food insecurity and malnutrition, and limited means of livelihoods. This has been worsened by the rapid changing climate that has ... -
Analysis of Kenya’s responses to international terrorism, 1980 - 2005
(Institute of Diplomacy & International Studies (IDIS), 2006-10)This study investigates the phenomenon of terrorism, its development through time and space, nature and typologies as well as its counter-terrorism measures at global, regional and national (Kenyan) levels. It seeks to ...