Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Urban and Peri-urban Agroforestry (Upaf) for Climate Change Adaptation and Ecosystem Services Provision in Kiambu Sub-county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Although they occupy less than 2% of the earth's surface, urban and peri-urban areas utilize 78% of the world's energy and generate more than 60% of the greenhouse gas emissions. The urgency for climate change mitigation ... -
Prevalence and Factors Associated With Loss to Follow-up Among Thyroid Disease Patients at Kenyatta National Hospital Paediatric Endocrinology Clinic Between January 2013 to December 2022
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Thyroid diseases are among the most common endocrine conditions worldwide with 33.3% of cases occurring in children aged 1-3 years. Hypothyroidism is the most prevalent thyroid disease (30.6%) of cases followed ... -
Perception of Local Communities on the Performance of China-backed Infrastructure Projects: A Case Study of Kenya’s Standard Gauge Railway
(University of Nairobi, 2025)The contentious performance output of China-backed infrastructure projects in Kenya has ignited numerous inquisitions. This study sought to ascertain the aggregate attitude of local communities on the performance output ... -
Patient Safety: Practice and Barriers to Adherence to Central Line Care Bundle Among Doctors at Knh
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Introduction: Preventing Central Line Associated Blood Stream Infections (CLABSI) is critical in 21st century healthcare and aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals.......................................................... -
Assessment of Alignment in Proximal Extra-articular Tibia Fractures Managed at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background Proximal tibia fractures account for about 5% -11% of all tibia fractures and contribute to significant morbidity leading to gait disturbance and reduced quality of life. These fractures are challenging to ... -
Prescription Patterns and Risk Factors for Seizure Control Among Adult Epileptic Patients at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background Epilepsy, a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures, presents complex and multifaceted challenges to patients in Low and Middle-Income Countries. Objective To describe the prescribing of ... -
Impacts of Climate Change on Water Yield in Lake Kyoga Catchment: A Case of Akokorio and Kapiri Sub-catchments
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Lake Kyoga basin is largely under semi-arid characteristics with limited water resources and sensitive to climate change. Previous studies reveal that the region is prone to occurrence of extreme wet and dry climatic ... -
Determinants of Missed Opportunities for Vaccination Among Children Aged Under 5 Years in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2022-08)Vaccination is a set of processes in which a person or child becomes immune to an infectious and fatal illness by receiving a vaccine. World Health Organization (WHO) indicates that vaccination activates defensive mechanism ... -
Relationship Between Work-life Balance and Depression Among Police Officers in Starehe Division, Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Work-life balance has emerged as a substantial issue for workers and employers worldwide. Imbalances between work and personal life can result in psychological problems like stress, anxiety, depression, and physical ... -
Kitharaka Segmental Morphophonology With Special Reference to the Noun and the Verb
(University of Nairobi, 1993)In this thesis we explore Kitharaka segmental mophophonology using the Natural Generative Phonology model as proposed by Hooper (1976). We have looked at the underlying representation and the surface realisations of ... -
One-Year Post-Diagnosis Outcome of Children Aged Less Than 12 Years with Dilated Cardiomyopathy at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)BACKGROUND: In Africa, dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in children is the main factor contributing to heart failure. Outcomes vary from complete recovery to death or cardiac transplant. The outcomes of children with DCM at ... -
Environmental Toxic Injuries in Kenya: Resolving the Compensation Dilemma
(University of Nairobi, 2025)Environmental toxic injury (ETI) claims in Kenya have faced compensation challenges despite the country having in place liability and compensation systems. The study sought to investigate compensation challenges and ... -
Modeling the Dynamics of Covid-19: Model With Patients With Underlying Conditions
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Introduction : Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. The virus can spread from an infected person’s mouth or nose in small liquid particles when they cough, sneeze, speak, ... -
Spoken Word Poetry as a Postmodern Urban Genre in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Urbanization in Kenya has led to the creation of a multicultural society which is characterized by an increased use of digital technology in the postmodern era. This society is made up of young people who may not have ... -
Bank Innovations, Financial Inclusion, Institutional Characteristics and Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Evidence available from Kenya's main commercial banks shows a downward trend in investment revenue. There are a number of elements inherent to the banking industry that contributes to the aforementioned issues with banks' ... -
The Efficacy of Defence Diplomacy in Promoting Peace and Security in Africa: A Case Study of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Defence diplomacy refers to the non-violent activities or undertakings carried out by security and defence institutions to further government objectives through collaboration and partnerships with other related players ... -
Project Procurement Practices Affecting Disposal of Assets in Government Agencies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)This study addressed the persistent inefficiencies in the disposal of assets within Kenyan Government Agencies, which contribute to significant financial losses estimated at Ksh 30 billion annually. Despite regulatory ... -
Response Strategies to COVID-19 Pandemic and Performance of Health Facilities in Nairobi City County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The COVID-19 pandemic posed unprecedented challenges to health institutions worldwide, requiring swift and effective response strategies to mitigate its impact. This empirical research examines the relationship between ... -
East African Community (EAC) and Promotion of Peace and Security Among Partner States: A Case Study of Burundi Crisis (2015-2018)
(University of Nairobi, 2024)This study examined the function of the East African Community (EAC) in fostering peace and security among its member states. The East African Community (EAC) served as a case study for the research. Among the specific ...
