Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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The Theme of Integrity in Children’s Literature: an Analysis of Select Children’s Books
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This study examines how writers of selected children's story books use characters and setting in order to present the theme of integrity. The research examines children’s texts co-authored by P.L.O. Lumumba, Rebecca Nandwa, ... -
The Role of Clan Councils in the Participation of Women in Elective Politics: a Case of the Borana Community in Isiolo County
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Communities that have strong traditional governance structures are conflicted about enforcing their long held and proven convictions about leadership in the face of emerging needs for inclusion. Clan Councils in Isiolo ... -
Social Media As A Marketing Tool For Electronic Resources Among Postgraduate Students In Reference To United States International University Africa (Usiu-A) Library In Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Social media is a new phenomenon that is cutting across all sectors. It has especially proved effective in carrying out marketing due to its potential to reach a large customer base. This study thus aimed at assessing the ... -
Subdivision of Agricultural Land and Its Implications on Productivity: a Case of Kajiado County, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Efficient, optimal and sustainable agricultural production, including extensive pastoralism systems, usually requires large contiguous land to enable economies of scale and synergy. These requirements may be absent when ... -
Land Use Changes And Human Wildlife Conflict In Garba Tula Sub-County, Isiolo County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Prevention of human-wildlife conflicts is a top priority of wildlife conservationists in Kenya, especially in regions which are close to wildlife reserves and has high population growth of human being. Human-wildlife ... -
A Study of Factors Affecting Adoption and Use of the Biogas Technology in Embu County
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Biogas was first introduced in Kenya in 1957. The initial objective was to generate bio-slurry which was used an organic fertilizer for large-scale coffee farmers. Despite efforts to promote the adoption of biogas through ... -
The Influence Of Students Participation In The Social Media On Academic Performance: A Case Of Students In The School Of Economics And Faculty Of Arts Of The University Of Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2018)In recent times, social media have been a major stay in the minds of students and the world at large thereby causing a lot of drastic measure by students, teacher and even educational administrators at large. It is ... -
Application of Linear-array Refraction Microtremor in Determining Shear Wave Velocity in Urban Settings: a Case Study of Nakuru Municipality, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This dissertation presents the results of a ReMi survey conducted in Nakuru Municipality, in Nakuru County, Kenya. Nakuru Municipality is located in the tectonically active rift valley of Kenya with a significantly higher ... -
An Assessment Of The Use Of Social Media In Crisis Communication Strategies At Kenyatta National Hospital In Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This study sought to assess the use of social media in crisis communication strategies at Kenyatta National Hospital. The objectives of the study were; to investigate the various types of social media employed by Kenyatta ... -
Assessment of Community Perceptions on Program Impacts: a Case Study of Vi Agroforestry Intervention in Ndivisi Division, Bungoma East Sub County
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Programs assess their influence through routine monitoring and evaluation to prove their performance, efficiency, relevance and effectiveness. For a long time, they have employed conventional methods where by the information ... -
The Impact Of Civic Knowledge On Voter Participation In Informal Settlements In Kenya: A Case Study Of Kangemi Division
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Kenya as a county has had a rich history of non state actors initiatives and activities around civic and voter education since multi-party politics was re-introduced in 1992. This study was motivated by the Constitution ... -
Electrocatalytic Decomposition of Tetrachlorvinphos in Acetonitrile-water Media Using Cyanocobalamin
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This study investigated the electrocatalytic degradation of tetrachlorvinphos pesticide standard in acetonitrile-water media using cyanocobalamin catalyst. It was initiated by reports recorded from various consumers who ... -
Prevalence and Treatment Needs of Dental Caries and Gingivitis Among 3-5-year-old Children in Rural Rukungiri, Uganda
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Introduction The World Health Organisation (WHO) has defined Oral health as the state of being free from mouth and facial pain, throat and oral cancer, oral sores and infections, tooth decay, periodontal disease, tooth ... -
An Analysis of Errors in the Written English of Class-four Learners in Migori County
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The present study set out to investigate the errors made by class-four students in their written English. The sample of students was selected from twelve primary schools in the Migori County of Kenya. The study collected ... -
Effect of Seed Source and Post-harvest Handling Techniques on Seed Quality and Yield of Soybean
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Soybean (Glycine max) is a multipurpose crop which is utilized for food, livestock feed, industrial raw material and a source of bio-energy. However, its production is constrained by use of poor quality seeds from informal ... -
Auto-etl: a Generic Methodology for Transforming Entity-attribute-value (Eav) Data Model Into Flat Tables Using Form Metadata to Optimize Report Generation. A Case Study of Kenya EMR
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The use of Entity Attribute Value (EAV) data model is strongly favored by the existing research in both medical and other domains because of its flexibility and extensible nature that makes it suitable for storing highly ... -
Effect of Lablab (Lablab Purpureus L.) Green Manure on Population of Pathogenic and Non-pathogenic Soil Microorganisms and Bean (Phaseolus Vulgaris L.) Crop Establishment
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The use green manure as soil amendments stimulates the growth and activity of soil microorganisms, with subsequent mineralization of nutrients and increase in fertility. However, undecomposed plant residues have been ... -
The Use Of Information Communication Technology And Performance Of Micro And Small Enterprises In Kenya: A Case Study Of Selected Smes In Isiolo County
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Small and Medium Enterprises (SMES) are enterprises in both formal and Informal sectors employing 5-99 fulltime employees. SMEs cut across all sectors of the economy, providing a prolific source of employment, income, and ... -
Supply Chain Management Practices and Performance in International Non-governmental Organizations in Nairobi
(university of nairobi, 2018)Non-governmental Organizational are key to the third world and underdeveloped countries based on their role in the provision of support to the poor and disadvantaged in society through projects in schools, water & sanitation, ... -
Lending Model and Loan Repayment Among Financial Institutions in Kakamega Municipality, Kenya
(university of nairobi, 2018)Financial institutions have availed various Lending model concepts in their operations across the world and specifically in Kenya to individuals who seek loans. The available financial services have improved the economic ...
