Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Enforcement of Interpreters’ Legal Duty for Effective Refugee Status Determination in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study seeks to find out whether adequate enforcement of interpreters‟ legal duty in RSD would improve the quality of interpretation in Kenya. Section 12 of the Refugee Regulations outlines the need for interpreters. ... -
Association Between the Length of Interpregnancy Interval and Pregnancy Outcomes in Women With One Previous Caeserian Section Undergoing a Repeat Caeserian Delivery at Term at Term at Pumwani Maternity Hospital Between 2014 and 2018 a Cross-sectional Study
(UON, 2021)Background: A caesarean section (CS) is a life-saving surgical procedure when certain complications arise during pregnancy and labour. However, it is a major surgery and is associated with immediate maternal and perinatal ... -
Levels of Secretory Immunoglobulin a in Saliva and the Periodontal Health Status of Adult Patients Attending the University of Nairobi Dental Hospital
(UON, 2021)Background: Periodontal diseases are a group of common chronic diseases affecting supporting structures of teeth. In Kenya, periodontitis affects 60% to 80% of the population. Secretory Immunoglobulin A (SIgA) is a key ... -
Improving Aquaculture and Fisheries Productivity by Reducing Impacts of Pesticides Contamination in Ahero Fishponds, Kisumu County
(UON, 2021)Pesticides contamination in water, sediments, soil and Tilapia zili from fishponds in Ahero were investigated to assess the extent of pollution and likely health hazards from fishpond environment. The use of pesticides in ... -
Short Term Outcomes Among Children From 6 Months to 59 Months of Age Admitted for Severe Acute Malnutrition at Prince Regent Charles Hospital, Bujumbura
(UON, 2021)Background: Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) remains one of the major global health problems, contributing to childhood morbidity and mortality throughout the world. Regardless of the availability of standard protocol for ... -
Prevalence of Cassava Bacterial Blight in Kenyan Coast, Its Characterization and Early Management in Planting Materials
(UON, 2021)Cassava (Manihot esculenta) is one of the major crops among the roots and tubers consumed in Kenya and Africa at large. It is one of the strategic food security crops in rural livelihoods. The crop is faced by biotic ... -
The Effect of Weight of Resection in Reduction Mammopalsty on the Symptoms and Quality of Life in Patients With Breast Hypertrophy in Nairobi, Kenya
(UON, 2021)Background Breast Hypertrophy (Bh) Is a Psychologically and Physically Debilitating Condition Characterized by Abnormal Enlargement of the Breast Tissue. Studies Have Shown That Reduction Mammoplasty (Rm) Results in ... -
Antimicrobial Susceptibility Profile of Helicobacter Pylori Isolated From Patients With Dyspepsia in Two Tertiary Hospitals in Nairobi, Kenya
(UON, 2021)Background: Helicobacter pylori infection is a global problem with prevalence remaining high in developing countries. It has been implicated in the causation of a wide spectrum of gastric pathologies. The emergence of ... -
Prevalence of Depression Among Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease (Ckd) at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(UON, 2021)Study background: Depression is a common co-morbidity among patients with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). Preceding studies indicates that this condition causes increased mortality and is also linked to poor quality of life. ... -
Knowledge, Utilisation, and Preferences of Reproductive Health Services Among Youth Whose Parents Are Receiving Care at Knh; a Comparative Cross-sectional Study
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Introduction: In Kenya, 13% of people living with HIV (PLWHA) in 2017 were youthsaged 15-24 years. Youths also account for 39% of new HIV infections, while the prevalence of STI and unwanted pregnancies is estimated to be ... -
Employee Performance Improvement Practices in Capital Club East Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Employee relationships are one of the foundations and key tasks of management of human resources, which contribute to successful employee performance and organizational performance. Employee performance practices are ... -
Association Between Emotional Distress Tolerance and Depression Among Postgraduate Medical Trainees in the University of Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Introduction Mental health is a concern to society. Medical students go through a lot of stressors due to the complexity of their work, family issues, as well as college work. Therefore, they become vulnerable to mental ... -
A Comparative Study of Print Media Coverage of the Inua Jamii cash transfer programme to Vulnerable Groups in Kenya Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study set out to investigate how print media covered the Inua Jamii cash transfer programme before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. The specific objectives were: to find out the extent to which the Inua Jamii cash ... -
Determinants of Health Seeking Behavior Among Households With Chronic Non-communicable Diseases in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Chronic non-communicable diseases (CNCDs) contribute to over 70 % of total global mortality, with over 50% of Kenyans reported to suffer from more than one NCD. Over 55% of the Mortalities in Kenya are from CNCDs. There ... -
Effect of Strategic Planninig on Tax Compliance of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in Mombasa County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Tax compliance is a very important facet of modern day strategic planning. Organizations adopt strategic planning practices to continuouslyenhance tax compliance. Strategic planning enables SMEs to be proactive about their ... -
Pattern of Secondary Cleft Lip and Palate Deformities in Patients Seen in Selected Hospitals in Nairobi, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Study background Cleft lip and palate (CLP) deformities are the commonest congenital anomalies affecting orofacial structures, usually found in one in every 700–1000 of the new-borns worldwide. Whereas most deformities ... -
A Study of Classification of Electricity Consumers by Electricity Companies in Comparison to Dynamic Data-driven Clustering Based on Consumption Patterns
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This research study aimed at determining the impact of dynamic data-driven machine learning clustering technique on billing and revenue by the electricity companies with Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) as a case ... -
Effects of Covid-19 Pandemic on Stock Returns for Commercial Banks Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Stock returns are crucial factors that determine investment in shares. They guide portfolio investments of investors as they seek to diversify their exposure as well as ensure they maximize their returns. This study sought ... -
Negotiation and Supply Chain Agility of Supermarkets in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study was on Negotiation and Supply Chain Agility of supermarkets in Nairobi County. The objectives of the study were: to determine the issues negotiated by supermarkets in Nairobi, to find out the relationship ... -
An Analysis of the Influence of Interpersonal Communication Between the Directorate of Immigration and Somali Urban Migrants in Eastleigh, Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Guided by the Symbolic Interactionism Theory of Mead and Ecological systems theory by Bronfenbrenner, this study aimed to analyse how interpersonal communication determines the migration outcomes of Somali migrants in ...
