Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Just-in-time Adoption and Operational Performance of Cement Companies in Kenya
(university of nairobi, 2018)This study aimed at establishing effects of Just-In-Time (JIT) adoption on operational performance of cement companies in Kenya. Specifically, this study aimed at establishing how much Just-In-Time (JIT) is applied in ... -
An Assessment Of The Role Of Community Forest Associations In The Management Of Karura Forest Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Karura forest is located within Kenya’s capital Nairobi and for a long time, it has been under pressure from anthropogenic forces such as land grabbing, infrastructural development, and urbanization, which are a threat to ... -
Technology Supported Web-based It Security Awareness Training
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Research has indicated that a significant portion of information security breaches in Organizations are caused by employees, whether intentional or non-intentional. To mitigate this, organizations have set-up ICT security ... -
A Socio-Semiotic Multimodal Analysis Of Emojis As Used In Text Messaging
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The goal of this study was the analysis of emojis using socio semiotic multimodal theory by Kress & Leeuwen (2006). Many studies on emojis have largely specialized in examining them purely on the basis of provision of ... -
Influence of Human Resource Management Professionals Act (2012) Enforcement on Performance of the Human Resource Function at Ministry of Health, Kenya
(university of nairobi, 2018)Human Resources Management Professionals Act (2012) was enacted in January 2013 which was expected to govern practice by HRM professionals. Performance of the human resource function and the organization as a whole is ... -
Relationship Between Self Esteem, Resilience and the Risk of Hiv Infection Among Men Who Have Sex With Men at Ishtar Msm Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) has continued to be a major public health concern in Kenya which has ranked number 4 worldwide together with Uganda and Mozambique. On average, the HIV prevalence in Kenya is 6% ... -
Assessment Of The Criminal Profiles Of Male Homicide Convicts: A Case Study Of Kamiti And Nyeri Maximum Prisons, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Homicide is arguably the most horrifying public offence, it is the only crime that creates finality to human life. The impact of murder goes far beyond the loss of life and might create an environment of ambiguity and fear ... -
Quality Of Care Provided To Adolescents Aged 10 Upto 19 Years In Kenyatta National Hospital, Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: A health care system that seeks to improve the quality of care across all population groups must ensure that it provides health care that is; Effective, Accessible, Acceptable, Equitable and Safe. In developing ... -
Alternative Rites of Passage as a Means of Eradication of Fgm Among the Maa Community of Laikipia County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The study sought to investigate the effectiveness of the alternative rites of passage (ARP) interventions in the prevention of the cultural practice of FGM among the Maa speaking communities of the Laikipia County, Kenya. ... -
Mchango Wa Vijana Wa Kuleta Ukombozi Katika Yasinya, Zinguo La Mzuka Na “mwavyaji Wa Roho”
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Katika tasnifu hii tulishughulikia mchango wa vijana katika kuleta ukombozi katika kazi za Leonard Sanja ambazo ni “Mwanyaji wa Roho” katika diwani ya Mwavyaji wa Roho na hadithi Nyingine (2011) Zinguo la Mzuka (2011) na ... -
An Investigation Of The Impact Of Drugs And Substance Abuse On Muslim Families In Eastleigh, Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This study focused on the impact of drugs and substance abuse on Muslim families in Eastleigh, Nairobi County-Kenya. The problem addressed by the study was that despite clear Islamic teachings against drug and substance ... -
Assessing The Challenges Facing The Department Of Immigration Services In Preventing Illegal Immigration Of Ethiopians Into Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The objective of this research is assessing the challenges faced by the Department of Immigration Services in preventing illegal immigration of Ethiopians into Kenya. Effective border management at the points of entry ... -
The Effectiveness of Local - Level Mobilization Strategies for Public Participation: a Case Study of the Budgetary Process in Embu County
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This study aimed to explore the effectiveness of local-level mobilization strategies for public participation in the budgeting process of Embu County. Three mobilization strategies, Community Radio, Posters, and County ... -
A Conceptual Metaphor Analysis of Metaphors, Metonymy and Their Interaction in the Conceptual Space: the Case of Kikamba
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This research paper is an explication on metaphors and metonymy in Kĩkamba language with an analysis using The Conceptual Metaphor Theory perspective. It touches on agreed upon expressions in Kĩkamba and details on how ... -
The Dynamics Of Roadside Micro-Enterprises: A Case Study Of Kayole-Soweto Informal Settlement
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Kenya’s informal sector has over the years grown faster than the formal sector. Eventually, observed today is that the micro-enterprise (ME) sector of Kenya has the largest number of establishments in the Country (MSME, ... -
Entrepreneurial Determinants of Opportunity Recognition Among the Dairy Farmers Within Makueni County, Kenya
(university of nairobi, 2018)In the process of entrepreneurship, recognition of opportunity being the first stage is an important and unique entrepreneurship element. Although different studies on entrepreneurial opportunity have been done, the ... -
Assessment Of The Effects Of Greenhouse Farming On Food Security At Ikutha Sub-County, Kitui County
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Food insecurity in Kenya continues to rise due to inflated food prices, civil and political unrest, recurrent seasons of failed or poor rains, prolonged high food prices, environmental degradation, outbreak of diseases ... -
Übersetzung Als Kulturtransfer Am Beispiel Der Deutschen Übersetzung Von Yvonne Adhiambos Roman „Dust“
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Literary translation plays an important role in „Cultural transfer“, a term that was coined by Michel Espagne in the 1980s to refer to the cultural exchange between France and Germany through translation. Translation has ...
