Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Prevalence Of Neisseria Gonorrhoeae And Chlamydia Trachomatis And Antibiotic Susceptibility Patterns Among Family Planning Clients At Kenyatta National Hospital, Reproductive Health Clinic.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Sexually transmitted infections are common among women of the reproductive age in Kenya (Chlamydia, gonorrhoeae, syphilis, and trichomoniasis). We do not routinely screen for these infections. Despite their public health ... -
Overcoming Challenges Facing Enforcement of Trade Marks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Trade marks are a type of intellectual property. Trade marks play an important role in any market. They help consumers to distinguish between competing goods and services in the market. They also act as guarantees of quality ... -
A Comparative Study On Uptake And Determinants Of Contraception Among Undergraduate University Of Nairobi Students, Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Contraceptive uptake, knowledge of its use and actual use is lower in the developing world than in the developed world. Data for various contraceptive surveys has not been stratified for the youth, and this ... -
The microbial pattern and antibiotic sensitivity in patients presenting with premature rupture of Membranesat Kitui County Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Premature rupture of membranes (PROM) is the spontaneous rupture of the membranes anytime beyond 28 weeks of pregnancy but before onset of labor. When it occurs before 37 weeks of pregnancy are completed it istermed preterm ... -
Determinants Of Maize Yields Among Small Scale Farmers In Trans Nzoia West Sub County, Transnzoia, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Maize is a global crop. In terms of nutrient formation, maize contains approximately 72% starch, 10% protein, 4% fat supplying 365kcal/100g.It is a staple food in many African countries including Kenya with the largest ... -
The Role Of Natural Resources In Promoting Regional Peace: A Case Study Of The Kenya – South Sudan Border Regions
(University of Nairobi, 2016-08)Resources have been largely associated with resource based conflicts which are in various magnitudes. This could range from local, regional to international levels. Communities of nations have had to grapple with issues ... -
Difference In Differences Evaluation Of User Fee Exemption For Maternal Delivery In Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Globally, deaths due to pregnancy and childbirth dropped from 523,000 in 1990 to 216,000 in 2015. Despite this progress, about 800 still women die every day from complications related to pregnancy and childbirth, an ... -
Influence Of Telecentre Platforms’ Initiative On Customer Satisfaction With Government Service Delivery: A Case Of Machakos County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has opened a door for better communication and processing of information, faster and in cost effective ways than ever before. Huduma Centres or telecentres rolled out by Kenya ... -
The Role of Women in Sustainable Land Management in Gatanga Sub-county,murang’a County,central Kenya
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Factors Influencing Youth Access to Government Procurement Opportunities in the Ministry of East African Community, Labour and Social Protection, Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The Youth Access to Government Procurement Opportunities is an affirmative action programme launched by the government to economically empower youth among other vulnerable groups. Other targeted groups include women and ... -
Determinants of nevirapine plasma levels and clinical outcomes in HIV patients at Kenyatta National Hospital, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)Background Nevirapine is a non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor used as an antiretroviral agent for the treatment of HIV/AIDS. Current dosing schedules are based on pharmacokinetic studies in Caucasian populations ... -
Development of beef sausages through bovine blood utilization as fat replacer to reduce slaughterhouse by-product losses
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)Slaughterhouse by-product losses after slaying of animals are major problem in Kenya at present. Many slaughterhouse operators and meat traders either lack proper preservation techniques or lack technologies on how to ... -
Challenges Of Strategy Implementation In The Office Of Auditor General Of Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Strategic plans play a critical role in determining institutional performance (Bryson & Alston, 2011). In order to successfully lead an institution, a strategic plan is essential as it orchestrates, coordinates and controls ... -
The Influence of Distribution Service Performance on Market Share in the Cement Industry in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)This study sought to establish the influence of Distribution Service Performance on Market Share in the cement industry in Kenya. Distribution service performance in this context refers to the degree of efficiency achieved ... -
Evaluation of Maturity Indices of Selected Mango Varieties and Effect on Quality Attributes
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Mango is one of the most cultivated fruits in Kenya for export and domestic markets. One of the major challenges facing mango producers in Kenya is lack of knowledge of the right harvest maturity for the different markets ... -
Principals’ Governance Practices Influencing Teachers’ Job Satisfaction in Public Secondary Schools in Bomet Central Sub -county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The purpose of this study was to investigate the principals‟ governance practices influencing teachers‟ job satisfaction in public secondary schools in Bomet central sub -county, Kenya. The study sought to determine the ... -
Determinants of insecticide treated mosquito nets utilization among households of Vihiga sub-county
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)Malaria has been documented as a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, affecting mostly the pregnant and young children, and more so in Tropical Africa where at least 90 percent of malaria deaths occur (UNICEF, ... -
Factors Influencing Use of Modern Contraceptives Among Kenyan-somali Women Aged Between 15-49 Years A Matched Control-case Study of Korogocho and Kiamaiko
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Contraceptive use allows for the deliberate spacing and timing of births. 289,000 women die annually from complications during pregnancy and childbirth, almost all in developing countries. In Kenya, CPR is 58% while that ... -
Factors Influencing Implementation Of E-Procurement In IFMIS Projects In Public Sector: A Case Of Ministry Of Water And Irrigation In Nairobi Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Over the last few years, the internet is changing the way business is done in every industry. e-procurement has dramatically changed the way purchasing is done. Both public and private sector institutions have embraced the ... -
Effects of Corporate Social Responsibility on Financial Performance of Firms Listed in the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is a significant notion that is progressively being deliberated and adopted worldwide. Various stake holders are demanding the incorporation of social activities in the organizations ...
