Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Food Security as a Governance Problem in Africa: a Case Study of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Generally, the study is about Food Security as a Governance Problem in Africa: A Case Study of Kenya. It examines the causes of food security challenges in the African region, the nexus between food security and governance ... -
The Effect of Inflation on Stock Price and Returns Volatility for Securities Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)This study investigated the effect of inflation on stock market return and volatility at the Nairobi Securities Exchange. Previous research findings have established the existence of a negative relationship between stock ... -
Maintenance Management Approaches and Manufacturing Performance
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The purpose of this study was to establish the association between maintenance approach adopted and manufacturing performance. The study had four objectives to achieve: To determine the maintenance approaches adopted by ... -
Trading frameworks between Kenya and china and their impact on Kenya's manufacturing sector (2000-2015)
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)The aim of this study was to investigate the trading frameworks between Kenya and China and how they impact Kenya‟s manufacturing sector. Specifically, the study sought to: investigate how the trading frameworks between ... -
The Effect of Macro-economic Variables on Financial Performance of Commercial Banking Sector in Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)This research was undertaken in order to determine the effect of macro-economic variables on financial performance of commercial banking sector in Kenya. So far, the studies available have arrived at different findings. ... -
Factors influencing the choice of agriculture subject by boys and girls in public secondary schools in Kajiado county, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The objective of the given study was to establish factors that influence the choice of agriculture subject by boys and girls in secondary schools registered as public schools in Kajiado County. This study was conducted ... -
Lexical Borrowing and Semantic Change:A Case of English and Gĩkũyũ Contact
(University of Nairobi, 2016)In this research, an attempt is made to investigate lexical borrowing from English into Gĩkũyũ and the cases of semantic change. More specifically, the research aims to determine the mechanisms involved in borrowing English ... -
Influence Of Somali Clans’ Conflict On Teachers’ Retention In Public Primary Schools In Banisa Subcounty, Mandera County, Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)The purpose of this study was to establish the influence of Somali clans’ conflict on teachers’ retention in public primary schools in Banisa Sub-county. The study was guided by four objectives: - to determine the influence ... -
Determinants of Contraceptive Method Choice in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-10)Most studies on contraceptives focus only on contraceptive use and/or prevalence, especially in Africa south of the Sahara. These studies are not by themselves complete to inform and guide policy and programme interventions. ... -
Factors Influencing The Implementation Of Environmental Impact Assessment Recommendations On Commercial Projects.a Case Of Nakuru Town, Nakuru County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The study aimed to analyse the factors that influence the implementation of environmental impact assessment recommendations in commercial projects in Nakuru town. The core purpose of EIA is to integrate environmental ... -
The spatial epidemiology of leprosy in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Leprosy elimination is defined as a prevalence rate below 1 case per 10,000 population. This rate was attained in Kenya at the national level in 1989. However, there remain leprosy endemic counties where late diagnosis and ... -
Windows Registry Forensic Artifacts; Shellbags For computer Security
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Computers have become part of every one’s modern life for it’s the tech world that’s shaping all that is happening around us. They are not only used for office work but also as tools for achieving other interests both in ... -
Influence of Provision of Child’s Survival Rights on Students Academic Achievement in Secondary Education in Igembe South Subcounty Meru, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The study was aimed at investigating the influence of provision of survival rights on students’ academic achievement in secondary school education in Igembe South Sub County. The study was based on the following objectives: ... -
Factors Influencing The Performance Of Selected “Matatu” Sacco Societies Operating In Kitui County Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Success and sustainability of projects undertaken depends so much on several factors. These factors vary from one project to another. This study aimed at establishing the factors which influence the performance of Matatu ... -
Credit Risk Evaluation Systems and Non Performing Loans Among Sacco in Bomet County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)SACCOs provide a safe haven for the savings of their members. The establishment of comprehensive credit facilities is however one of the fundamental functions of all savings and credit co-operative societies. Credit formation ... -
Determinants Of Smallholder Maize Farmers’ Adaptation Strategies To Climate Change In Bahati Sub-County, Nakuru County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Kenya‘s agricultural sector contributes significantly to the economy which directly contributes 26 percent of the annual Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and another 25 percent indirectly. The sector accounts for 65 percent ... -
The Effect Of Free Delivery Services On Partograph Utilization At Naivasha District Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: The Kenyan Maternal Mortality Ratio is estimated at 488/100,000 live births. Millennium Development Goals 4 and 5 to reduce child mortality and improve maternal health, remain important global health challenges ... -
Factors Influencing Performance of English as a Subject in Kenya Certificate of Primary Education in Nakuru Town, East Sub-county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Over the years, the language of instruction in Kenyan schools has been English. Thus, students’ proficiency in English goes to a long extent to determine the student academic achievement in the overall. Student’s failure ... -
Knowledge And Practice Of Clinicians Regarding Adverse Effects Of Contrast Media And Their Predisposing Factors
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Contrast medium is an agent used to enhance the difference in appearance between different structures and fluids in the body during imaging and is among the most commonly used drugs. Adverse contrast media ... -
Comparison of family planning practices among female adolescents with genital tract infections and those without, attending a youth friendly centre at Mtwapa, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)INTRODUCTION. Adolescents comprise about 20% of the world population with about 85% living in the developing world a significant number of whom are sexually active and have multiple sexual partners. In Kenya some have ...
