Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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A Critical Analysis Of The Legal Framework For Foreign Direct Investment In Mining In Kenya
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The Contribution of Saccos in Enhancing Household Livelihoods Among Members in Bungoma County, Western Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Despite the opportunities offered by Saccos to individuals to participate in economic development, the researcher is not aware of any study that has documented the extent to which Saccos contribute towards enhancing household ... -
Assessing the uptake of biogas as a source of clean energy for cooking by low income households in Kibera slum, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Kibera households use various energy mixes for their cooking and lighting needs. Their energy mix is characterised by environmentally unstable energy sources that include charcoal, wood fuel and kerosene. Biomass sources ... -
Effect of Financial Literacy on Financial Decision of the Youth at Youth Enterprise Development Fund in Mombasa County
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The purpose of the study was to examine financial literacy effect on financial decisions among Youth at Youth Development Enterprise Fund in Mombasa County. The theoretical framework of the study comprised of the dual ... -
School Based Factors Influencing Implementation of Teachers Performance Appraisal Development in Public Primary Schools in Kieni –east- Sub-county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of school-based variables on the implementation of performance evaluation of teachers in public primary schools in the sub-county of Kieni-East, Nyeri County, Kenya. The ... -
A Lexical Pragmatic Approach to the Study of Metaphorical Expressions Used in Selected Kikamba Gospel Songs
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This study reveals the results of a research carried out on a lexical pragmatic approach on metaphorical expressions used in selected Kikamba gospel songs. The study aimed at analysing the types of metaphors used in the ... -
Factors Influencing Adoption of Artificial Insemination by Smallholder Livestock Farmers in Dryland Production Systems of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Increasing human population in recent decades has mounted pressure on food supply including livestock products. Livestock is the main source of livelihood to the poor households in the drylands of sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) ... -
Determination of Variation in Morphology and Leaf Bitterness in Spider Plant (Gynandropsis Gynandra (L.) Briq. Across Six Agroecological Zones in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Gynandropsis gynandra (L.) Briq. also referred to as spider plant (English), is an important leafy vegetable in the diets of rural and urban communities in Kenya. Young leaves, stems and or flowers are consumed as vegetable ... -
Assessing the Need for Donated Breast Milk Use and Human Milk Banking in Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: In the rare instances when mothers are unable to establish breastfeeding or supply mothers’ own milk (MOM), breastmilk substitutes are recommended and currently the preferred option should be donor breast milk ... -
Factors Influencing Delivery of Humanitarian Assistance Programme: the Case of Food and Agriculture Organization in South Sudan Bor County Jonglei State
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Despite significant efforts to address food security and nutrition issues globally, food shortages, climate shocks, a deepening economic crisis, insecurity and insufficient agricultural production at household level have ... -
Disaster Preparedness in Academic Libraries in Kenya: Case of Jomo Kenyatta Memorial Library, University of Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The purpose of the study was to investigate disaster preparedness in academic libraries in Kenya using case study of Jomo Kenyatta Memorial Library University of Nairobi. The objectives of the study were to: find out the ... -
Determinants of Conflicts in Workplace : a Case of Teachers in Public Secondary Schools in Khwisero Sub - County Kakamega County -kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The purpose of this study was to establish Determinants of conflicts in the workplace-a case of teachers in public secondary schools in Khwisero sub-County, Kakamega county- Kenya. In public secondary schools conflict ... -
Molecular Epidemiology and Characterization of K1, K15p and Orf75 Genes of Hhv-8 Associated With Hiv/aids Kaposi’s Sarcoma in Patients at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Kaposi’s sarcoma is a lifelong persistant infection in human once exposed. Immunosupression due to HIV sets foundation for Kaposi’s sarcoma herpesvirus infection. Kaposi’s sarcoma overcomes cellular intrinsic ... -
Carotid Atherosclerosis and Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory disease associated with increased cardiovascular disease. The purpose of my study was to determine the prevalence of carotid atherosclerosis and selected ... -
Cost-effectiveness of Emergency Obstetric Care in Bomet County: Comparing Ambulance Transfer and Self-referral
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Obstetric complications are difficult to predict and may require referral, expedited by ambulance use. We conducted a cost-effectiveness analysis among women admitted with obstetric emergencies through comparing ... -
Determinants of Weaning Failure Among Adult Patients on Invasive Mechanical Ventilation in Kenyatta National Hospital Intensive Care Unit.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Weaning failure from mechanical ventilation has become a major challenge in management of patients in intensive care unit (ICU). Approximately 20% of patients on invasive mechanical ventilation fail to wean ... -
The Influence of Ethnicity on Presidential Election Competition in Kenya: the Case of 2013 and 2017 General Elections.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The study was on the influence of ethnicity on presidential election competition: The Case of 2013 and 2017 general election. The study had three specific objectives which included: To assess how Kenyan political parties, ... -
Effects of Limestone Source on Egg Production and Egg Shell Quality in Laying Chickens
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Laying hens require adequate calcium for bone and eggshell formation as well as other physiological functions. Limestone, dicalcium phosphate, oyster shell, bone meal, meat and bone meal are important calcium sources used ... -
Influence of Risk Management Strategies on Delivery of Urban Housing Projectin Kenya: a Case of Affordable Housing Program in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Affordable housing is a universal challenge for cities in both developing and developed economies. In the global scene, an estimated 330 million urban households face a shortage of decent housing. In Kenya, the housing ... -
Optimization of Electronic Record Management System and Performance in Public Institutions: Case Study of the Ministry of Lands and Physical Planning Registry
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The aim of the study was to examine the optimization of electronic records management systems in performance of public institutions with reference to the ministry of lands and physical planning registry..................
