Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Female survivors of sexual violence: cultural and socioeconomic factors that influence first visits to the SGBV clinics at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Sexual violence against women is a health problem that is well recognized globally. The situation is very wide spread In Kenya. It has been estimated that women from all social and ethnic groups are raped and sexually ... -
The Utility of Cyberspace as a Force Multiplier in Asymmetrical Encounters: the Case of Alshabaab and Kenya Security Forces in the Horn of Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)This dissertation aims at highlighting the import of cyberspace in its informational context as a decisive component of ongoing engagement between Alshabaab and Kenya Security Forces in the horn of Africa. The study ... -
Aerosol Impact At High Altitude: A Case Study At 4800 M On Mt. Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-10)One of the biggest challenges of the 21st century is climate change. It has been characterized by a rise of the mean temperatures of the ocean and air, thinning of glaciers and snow cover as well as rise in sea level. It ... -
Effect of Varying Rates of Organic and Inorganic Fertilizers on Growth, Yield and Nutrient Use Efficiency of Clonal Tea (Camellia Sinensis L. [o] Kuntze)
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Small scale tea farmers apply inorganic NPK fertilizers annually in a bid to increase tea yields but the cost of fertilizers has been increasing leading to the reduction in the net returns. A study was conducted to ... -
Effects of Agency Banking on the Financial Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The banking industry is very volatile with innovation and competition taking centre stage. This forces banks to change their strategies to suit the industry and improve their financial performance. In the recent past the ... -
Application of Morality and Justice in Diplomacy: an Analysis of South Korea – Kenya Relations 2010-2015
(University of Nairobi, 2016-10)There is no doubt in the fact that keeping peace and security, maintaining friendly relationship and attaining mutual prosperity in economics, culture, society and human right are core purposes in international relations. ... -
The Effect of Microfinance Services on Financial Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises in Kawangware, Nairobi County- Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)The study sought to investigate the effects of Microfinance finance services on financial performance of small and medium enterprises. The study specifically sought to find the effect of Micro-credit (loans), training, ... -
The Relationship Between Corporate Social Responsibility and Firm Value of Firms Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)CSR activities are treated as an investment not as a cost or expense where it shows the relationship between corporation and the stakeholders such as the customers, investors, employees and society as a whole. The objective ... -
Ulinganishi Na Ulinganuzi Wa Tasfida Za Matibabu Katika Kiswahili Na Kimarachi
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Tasnifu hii imeangazia ulinganishi na ulinganuzi wa tasfida za muktadha wa matibabu katika Kiswahili na Kimarachi. Tumejikita katika tasfida za tiba, ushauri nasaha, uhamasishaji na uasaji. Tulichagua mada hii kwa sababu ... -
Green Supply Chain Management and Organizational Performance of Food and Beverage Manufacturing Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-09)Utilization of green supply chain management has been limited in that a decade ago it was almost non-existent. The study aimed at establishing the extent to which the food and beverage manufacturing industry in Kenya have ... -
Marketing Strategies and Performance of Large Hotels in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)The purpose of this study was to establish the relationship between marketing strategies and performance of large hotels in Nairobi. Specifically, the aim was to determine the effect of market penetration strategy, evaluate ... -
Lean Supply Chain Management Practices and Operational Performance of the Manufacturing Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)Implementation of lean supply chain management practices has become a vital strategy for gaining competitive edge among competitors because competition amongst organizations have risen to high level that organizations fail ... -
The Influence of Equity Bank Inclusive Financial Services on Performance of Small & Medium Enterprises in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) have played a vital role in modern economies and have had a great influence in the development of those economies. SMEs majorly rely on banks and other financial institutions for funding. ... -
Electronic Commerce and Business Growth of Small and Medium Textile Enterprises in Nairobi County
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Factors Influencing Intergration Of Information Communication Technology Projects In Public Primary Schools In Mombasa Sub-District, Mombasa County
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)ICT projects integration in education is the adoption of modern computer related equipment into the classroom to make material preparation, teaching and learning process easy. The primary reason of the research was to ... -
Strategic Decisions And Performance Of Bob Morgan Security Company In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)Security companies have being operating in a very dynamic business environment due to the security threats and rapid increase of many market participants entering the market. This brings up competition among the companies ... -
The Relationship Between Selected Macroeconomic Variables and the Performance of Real Estate Properties in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Real estate is basically property consisting of land and the buildings or various improvements that have been done on such a property. Real estate properties are the improvements done on land through the construction of ... -
Strategies Adopted to Deal With Challenges Affecting Firms in Kajiado Livestock Market
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The livestock sub-sector of the agricultural sector is an important global player with significant and wide-ranging social, economic and environmental impacts. Worldwide, livestock production employs 1.3 billion people, ... -
Effect of Bank Failures in Kenya on Stock Returns of Commercial Banks Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2016-10)The study was as a result of the banking crisis experienced in Kenya. The main objective was to identify the effect of commercial bank failures on the stock returns of commercial banks listed at the Nairobi Securities ... -
An Assessment Of The Application Of Preventive Diplomacy In Conflict Resolution Among The Indigenous Communities: A Case Study Of The Maasai Community In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)Preventive diplomacy has gained traction in the last few years as a result of its proactive nature of prevention of conflict, conflict management as well as post conflict peacebuilding. This study therefore assessed the ...
