Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Risk factors of antepartum haemorrhage at Kenyatta National Hospital: a case control study
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Background Antepartum haemorrhage (APH) is one of the major causes of maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality. It occurs in 3-5% of pregnancies and is one of the major causes of preterm births. It also contributes ... -
The Effect of Dividend Policy on the Share Returns of Firms Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The effects of dividend policy on share returns has remained an unsolved puzzle with different theories put forward giving compelling yet conflicting arguments. The research set out to determine the effect dividend policy ... -
The Effect of Enterprise Risk Management on Capital Allocation Among Insurance Companies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The objective of the study was to determine the effect of ERM on capital allocation among insurance firms in Kenya. Insurance companies offer protection to policyholders in return for a premium payment. They are required ... -
Assessing the Eac Common Market Protocol: an Analysis of Kenya’s Implementation of Free Movement of Labour
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This study examined Kenya’s implementation of free labour movement. The main objective of this study was to assess Kenya’s implementation of the EA Community Common Market Protocol (EAC CMP). The specific objectives were ... -
The Turn of the Month Effects at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
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The Role of Women in Post Conflict Peace Building in the Republic of South Sudan: a Case of Jubek State
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This research project examines the role of women in post conflict peace building in the Republic of South Sudan. There is common belief that state-building in conflict-torn countries such as South Sudan may offer important ... -
Traffic Police Knowledge, Attitude and Practices Concerning Motor Vehicle Air Pollution at Key Nairobi Road Junctions
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Vehicular air pollution is a growing problem in Kenyan cities due to high growth rates of motorized transport that contribute significantly to the increase in atmospheric particulate matter. Fuel and vehicle engine type ... -
Food Safety Knowledge and Hygiene Practices Among Orange Fleshed Sweetpotato (Ofsp) Puree Handlers: Microbial Contamination in Puree Processing Company in Kenya and Impact of Training
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Orange Fleshed Sweetpotato (OFSP) puree is an important functional food ingredient currently being utilized in bakery applications by one of the largest retail outlet in Kenya. There is, however, limited information on the ... -
Household Characteristics, Farm Use Practices and Effect on Household Food Security in Kathonzweni Sub-county, Makueni County
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Official reports indicate that majority of the population in Makueni County depends on household subsistence farming to cater for their foods. Yet, household food productivity has in the recent past declined by 70-90% due ... -
Global Governance in the Promotion of International Security: a Case Study of the United Nations.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The statement of the problem of this study was to establish the global governance in the promotion of international security with reference to the United Nations. Challenge of global governance for the world to produce ... -
Detection of helicobacter pylori using immunohistochemistry at the Kenyatta National Hospital histopathology laboratory
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Background: Helicobacter pylori, is a Gram negative bacteria that colonizes the gastric mucosa and is responsible for a myriad of upper gastrointestinal symptoms. This infection has a higher prevalence in the developing ... -
Assessment of students’ and teachers’ understanding of menstrual cycle in Navakholo Sub-county, Kakamega County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Notably, it‟s very rare for Men and women to freely talk about menstrual cycle and maturation of the girl child. Cultural practices, taboos and myths linked to menstruation undermine discussions about menstruation which ... -
The Impact of Fairtrade on Poverty Reduction Through Rural Development: a Case Study of Small-scale Fairtrade Vegetable Growers in Merucentral Sub-county
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Fairtrade is a non-profit certifying and labelling initiative with the goal of developing a market situation that is sustainable for farmers and the environment. The scheme was rolled out in Kenya for various crops; ... -
Influence Of Strategic Management Practiceson Performance Of Commercial Banks In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The practice of strategic management has gained significance over the years, especially in the banking industry in Kenya. This is due to the change in both internal and external environment, the result of which is witnessed ... -
Factors Influencing Implementation of Monitoring and Evaluation in Water Projects in Kenya: a Case of Non-governmental Organisation Water Projects in Kajiado County
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Monitoring and evaluation has gained prominence as a key tool for program success. Thus, NGOs have strived to integrate M&E system to promote program performance. The implementation of M&E by these NGOs is influenced by a ... -
The Refugee-host Country Relationship: a Critical Analysis of Local Integration as a Forgotten Solution in Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The study dares to take a journey to analyze the nexus between the refugee-host country relationship in Kenya and refugee local integration. It is the aim of the researcher to demonstrate the practical and theoretical ... -
Performance Of Fast Food Chain Restaurants In Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The study objectives were to establish the extent of supply chain integration and its impact on supply chain performance in fast-food chain restaurants in Nairobi County.To determine the effect of supply chain integration ... -
Determinants of Change in Information Technology Systems at Commercial Banks in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The main purpose of the study was to assess the determinants of change in information technology systems at Commercial banks in Kenya. This study was guided by the following objectives. To assess the influence of top ... -
Effect of Capital Structure on the Profitability of Fully Fledged Islamic Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Capital structure is very significant aspect for any business sustainability. It is usually challenging for different organizations to establish the right mix of Debt and Equity. Many organizations prefer to utilize debt ... -
An Investigation of January Effect on the Returns of Neglected Firms at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This research studied January effect on the returns of neglected firms with a motive of identifying the relationship between January effect and neglected firm effect. The objectives of this study was to investigate whether ...
