Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Lexical Variation And Change In The Northern Dialect Of Gĩkũyũ Language
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The purpose of this study was to investigate lexical variation and change in the Northern dialect of Gikuyu language. The study was guided by three objectives which sought to: identify the types of lexical variation and ... -
Analysis of Representation of Women in Luhya Proverbs
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This study is on "Analysis of representation of women in Luhya proverbs," and is grounded on the premises of the Luhya traditional culture which is patriarchal and the need to deconstruct the wrong attitudes towards women ... -
Credit Risk Management Initiatives and Financial Performance of Saccos Under the Uasin Gishu Enterprise Development Fund
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Assessment of Drought Tolerance, Earliness and Grain Yield in South Sudan Sorghum Germplasm and Icrisat Lines
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Sorghum production is highly constrained by drought stress in semi-arid tropics leading to grain deficit, higher consumer food-commodity prices, food insecurity and malnutrition. The goal of the current study was to ... -
Awareness of Food and Nutrition Security Among Pregnant Women Attending a Level Five Hospital: a Case Study of Pumwani Maternity Hospital, Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The purpose of this research was to have an assessment of food and nutrition security awareness programs among the pregnant women receiving services at the Pumwani Maternity Hospital in is situated Nairobi. The study had ... -
The Implication of Simplified Trade Regime on Informal Cross-border Trade Among Small Scale Traders in Namanga
(university of nairobi, 2018)This study was carried out to examine the implications of Simplified Trade Regime on informal cross-border trade among small scale trades in Namanga. The objectives of this study were to find out the level of uptake of ... -
The Effect of Forex Trading on the Financial Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The forex market has experienced major changes not only in size but also in its operations due to structural shifts in the world economy and the international financial system. These changes in the forex market have ... -
An Analysis of the Actors, Perceptions and Institutions of Largescale Export-oriented Horticulture in Laikipia County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The study explored large-scale export horticulture in Laikipia County as an agro-industrial food system. It established the actors, described the relationships between actors and institutions (formal and informal); ... -
Corporate Social Responsibility In Relation To Growth Of Savings And Credit Cooperative Organizations In Kasarani Constituency, Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is achieving significant visibility in Kenya as organisations are recognizing the vital role it plays on their performance. This is so especially with the large corporations who are ... -
Impact of Kenya Tradenet System on Operational Performance of Bulk Importers Pharmaceutical Companies in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This research made use of a descriptive cross-sectional research design which was meant to help the study address the following specific objectives: to analyse the effects of Kenya TradeNet system on operational performance ... -
Stuttering In The Speech Of English And Ekegusii Bilinguals: A Case Study Of Two Bilingual Adults
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The present study sought to investigate stuttering in the speech of English and Ekegusii bilingual adults. It is a case study of two bilingual adults’ oral production in both languages It tested the following hypotheses: ... -
A Study on the Determinants of Financial Distress in Small and Medium Enterprises: a Case Study of Nairobi County
(university of nairobi, 2018)Financial distress in small and medium enterprises (SMEs) is a common phenomenon in the world today and thus attracting the interest of scholars, government and policymakers. The SMEs are the leading drive to the national ... -
Factors That Facilitate Human Trafficking Into Kenya: A Case Study Of Nairobi City
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Globally, trafficking on humans is calmed to be one of the most profitable illicit trades after drugs and firearms trafficking. It generates billions of dollars annually. More than 2.5 million individuals annually are ... -
The Effect of Foreign Direct Investment Inflows on Residential Real Estate Prices in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Residential real estate is considered significant as it is both an investment and a consumption good. In Kenya, residential real estate has experienced tremendous growth over the last decade due to the mismatch in supply ... -
Public Private Sector Partnership as a Tool for Job Creation a Case Study of Gulf Power Project, Athi River, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Employment is a real challenge to most countries around the world irrespective of whether they are developed or developing. The scenario is worse in developing countries. Successive governments of Kenya have taken many ... -
Influence of Microfinance Services on Small and Medium Enterprises Performance.a Survey of Smes Within Kajiado County
(university of nairobi, 2018)Past statistics indicate that three out of five businesses fail within the first few months of operation (Kenya National Bureau of Statistics, 2011). While there are various reasons for such failure, one central reason ... -
The Role of Women in Water Management in Manga Sub- County of Nyamira County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Water is an essential commodity for socio-economic development and its management is key in the realization of its sustainability. Men and women have different roles in water management and the study sought to establish ... -
Analysis of Pastoralists’ Perception on Challenges and Opportunities for Sheep and Goat Production in Northern Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Small ruminants’ production contributes to livelihood of pastoral communities, but this faces myriad constraints. This study aimed at identifying challenges facing producers of small ruminants, prioritizing diseases and ... -
Assesment of Methods for the Diagnosis of Malignant Catarrhal Fever (Mcf) and Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices Regarding Mcf at Kapiti Plains Ranch
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Malignant catarrhal fever (MCF) is a sporadic but severe viral disease that affects cattle and is transmitted from wildebeest calves following the wildebeest calving period. Up to now, an effective vaccine or treatment ...
