Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Caregivers’ Attitudes and Practices Towards Prevention of Diarrheal Diseases in Children Under Five Years in Kibra
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Globally in every nine deaths of children under the age of five years, one death is attributed to Diarrheal diseases, which rank as the second leading cause of death among children under the age of five. For children with ... -
Governance and Food Security in Eastern Africa Region; a Case Study of the Fisheries Sector in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Food security remains a major concern in the global arena more so in the developing countries like those found in the Sub-Saharan Africa. Literature shows that there have been numerous efforts by governments, international ... -
Management and Survival of Inpatients With Stage Iiib Cervical Cancer With Hydronephrosis Admitted at Kenyatta National Hospital, 2012-2017
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Introduction: In FIGO stage IIIB cervical cancer, the carcinoma involves the lower third of the vagina with extension to the pelvic wall and/or hydronephrosis or non-functioning kidney. Patients with hydronephrosis have ... -
Factors Influencing Compliance to the Public Procurement Law by County Governments in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Over the years, the Kenya citizenry has experienced dissatisfaction with how the public funds are utilized and this has led to growth in terms of its citizen demands for accountability by the government in how it expenses ... -
From a Perpetrator of Conflict to Peacemaker: the Transformation of Salome Matakwei of Mt Elgon (2006-2017)
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Despite the fact that citizens suffer the impact of conflict, women among the population are specifically affected most. In most cases, their bodies become the new theater of war as rape is employed as a tool of war. In ... -
An Analysis of the Internationalization Process of Large Manufacturing Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Increased internationalization of market activities has resulted from the ongoing integration and convergence of world economies. The competitiveness of Kenya's manufacturing sector is a top priority because of its role ... -
Impact of Recruitment Process in Promoting Right Based Overseas Employment: a Case of Kenya Private Recruitment Agencies
(University of Nairobi, 2021)With key focus on assessing the impact of recruitment process in promoting right based overseas employment: a case of Kenya private recruitment agencies, the study sought to, examine the existing gaps in the recruitment ... -
Effect of Corporate Governance Attributes on Lending Ability of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Kenyan commercial banks have increased their digitization efforts, putting financial innovations at the forefront, to strengthen their network base, decrease staff expenses, operate competitively with staff and enhance ... -
Prevalence and Correlates of Sexual and Gender Based Violence Among Refugees in Kakuma Refugee Camp, Turkana County, Kenya
(Uon, 2021)Introduction: Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) is a major public health and human rights problem worldwide. Refugees and Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) who are affected by armed-conflict are at increased ... -
Effect of Rental Income Tax on Financial Performance of Real Estate Sector in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study examines the effect of rental income on the performance of Real Estate Sector in Kenya over the past decade. In the study, a time series data from the last decade was obtained from Kenya Revenue Authority, ... -
Clinical Diagnosis Versus Autopsy Findings in Trauma Patients With Musculoskeletal Injuries Managed at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(Uon, 2021)Background Trauma is the leading cause for patients needing orthopaedic care in the accident and emergency department at The Kenyatta National Hospital and hence requiring admission. Globally, Trauma accounts for one tenth ... -
Influence of Devolution on Public Service Delivery: a Case Study of Museums Management in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The study sought to investigate the factors that have influenced public service delivery in the management of museums in Kenya in spite of the devolution. Specific objectives were to; establish how the transfer of ... -
Psychosocial Factors Associated With Alcohol Use in School Going Children in a Public Primary School in Westlands Subcounty Nairobi
(Uon, 2021)NACADA’s filed report for 2017 indicates that alcohol consumption in the age gap of 10-19 years in Nairobi city is close to 13.7%. Other research has connected teen drinking to peer pressure, bad parenting, drug availability, ... -
Assessing Kenya’s Compliance With the International Regulatory Framework for the Protection of Refugees: a Right to Health Perspective
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The intrinsic prerogative to “the highest attainable standard of health” is anchored in international legal texts and serves [or rather is presumed to serve] as the cornerstone of any country’s practical consideration of ... -
Effect of Land Use Types and Soil Macrofauna on Soil Aggregate Stability and Carbon Storage in the Central Highlands of Kenya
(Uon, 2021)Changes from natural forests and bush lands to various land use types has been shown to have great influence on soil structure and carbon storage. However, little is still known about how these changes affect soil aggregate ... -
The Effect of Investment Strategies on the Value of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The banking industry is so dynamic and competitive. A total of 10 banks control the entire banking industry accounting for about 52.39 percent in market share. Although limited number of banks generate huge amount of ... -
The Relationship Between Foreign Direct Investment and Economic Growth in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study focused at identifying the relationship between foreign direct investment and economic growth in Kenya. This proposed study sought to ensure that it also investigated on the relationship of other macroeconomic ... -
Nutritional Status of Children Under Five Years and Associated Risk Factors in Banadir Hospital Mogadishu, Somalia
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Young children and newborns are especially more susceptible to malnutrition because of their high dietary demands for growth and development. Many child survival programs by the Somalia Government, bilateral agencies and ... -
Effect of Ownership Structure on Financial Performance of Manufacturing Firms Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The exploration inspected the impact of proprietorship structure on monetary execution of assembling firms recorded at the Nairobi Securities Exchange in Kenya. Specific objectives depended on the free factors which included; ...
