Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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A study of the adoption and maintenance of green roofs as part of the Urban Green spaces for the City of Nairobi.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This research investigated green (vegetated) roofs in the city of Nairobi in terms of adoption and maintenance as part of the urban green spaces. The information drawn from worldwide studies show that vegetated roofs are ... -
The Effect of Monetary Policy Tools on Performance of Listed Banking Sector at the Nairobi Securities Exchange.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Effective monetary policy should promote return on investment and positive trend of share prices among listed companies. This calls for in-depth understanding of how monetary policies impact financial markets, which would ... -
The Role of Media in Conflict Management- a Case of 2017 General Elections in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The main purpose of this study was to establish the role of media in conflict management: a case of 2017 general elections in Kenya. Specifically, the study was set to determine the role media played in dispute resolution ... -
Assessment Of Household Land Size And Use For Sustainable Food And Livelihood Security In The Maize-Tea-Dairy Mixed Farming System: A Case Study Of Bogeche Sub Location In Kisii County
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This study investigates the impact of household land size and use on food and livelihood security in Bogeche sub location, Kisii County. The specific objectives of the study were as follows: to identify the current household ... -
Multi-channel Retailing Operations and Performance of Select Alcohol Manufacturing Companies in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The objective of the study was to investigate the effect of multichannel retailing operations on the performance of alcohol manufacturers in Nairobi, Kenya; with the multichannel operations being proxied by inventory, ... -
Effect of underwriting results on profitability of General Insurance Industry in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)General Insurance sector plays a very significant role in Kenyan and global economy, over the few years however, the sector has experienced decline in profitability in Kenya despite indicating growth year on year according ... -
An Empirical Assessment Of Technical Efficiency In The Kenya Sugar Industry: Data Envelopment Analysis (Dea) Approach
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The sugar industry in Kenya has been struggling and falls behind competitively produced sugar from COMESA and non-COMESA countries like Brazil. The key challenges facing the industry include high cost of production, low ... -
Molecular Characterization Of Acute And Chronic Hepatitis B Virus Among Patients Attending Selected Hospitals In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Hepatitis B Virus accounts for majority of liver related deaths in the world with 2 billion persons infected worldwide. It’s primarily transmitted through contact with body fluids of the infected person. The ... -
Influence Of Provision Of Free Maternal Health Care Program On Maternal Mortality Rates In Kisii County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Kenya has long suffered from high maternal morbidity and mortality rates. Recent estimates set the maternal mortality rate at 488 deaths per 100,000 live births, well above the MDG target of 147 per 100,000 live births ... -
Public Water Supplies, Water Policy and Management of Multifaceted Water Resources in Mathare Slums, Nairobi City County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The statement of the problem of the study was to investigate the water supply sector which appears to focus more on supply oriented provision that is done through expansion of physical access instead of focusing beyond ... -
The Impact of Electoral Violence on National Security: a Case Study of Nakuru County
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Up to date, historical grievances remain unanswered, especially regarding land distribution, as a crucial reason for violence in Kenya. In the current Central and Rift Valley, the colonial government confiscated much of ... -
Development Of Capital Equipment And Sourcing For National Security: A Case Of Kenya Defence Forces
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Ministry of Defence procures capital equipment to service the national military strategy as an aspect of national interest. These procurements are pivotal and prioritized based on fleeting needs and budgetary constraints ... -
Impact Of Information Technology On Output Growth Of Manufacturing Firms In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Manufacturing firms strive to improve their output growth by using modern technology. It is evidenced that investments in modern technology have a positive link with firm performance and output growth. Since investments ... -
Influence Of Strategic Leadership On The Performance Of Managed Equipment Services (Mes) Projects In Level 4 & 5 Hospitals In Nairobi Metropolitan Area In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The objective of this study was to determine the influence of strategic leadership on the performance of managed equipment services (MES) projects in level 4 & 5 hospitals in Nairobi metropolitan area in Kenya. The study ... -
The contribution of Women Leaders in the fight against corruption in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This was an exploratory study on the contribution of women leaders in the fight against corruption in Kenya. Specifically, the study examined the roles played and the challenges faced by women leaders in fighting corruption. ... -
Effect Of Selected Corporate Governance Characteristics On Financial Performance Of Listed Firms In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Corporate governance structures are very critical for efficient firm performance in various sectors. The study sought to establish the effect of CG on the financial performance of listed firms in Kenya. The study will ... -
Modeling the Key Determinant of Child Labour in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Child labour is an e ect of many factors that are addressed in the MDGs, SDGs and verious policy documents. In the listen years , programmes and policies have not been established out to address the issues of child labour ... -
Mapping radioactive minerals using remote sensing: a case study of Mrima Hill Kwale County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Mrima hill is an elliptical carbonatite plug area of approximately 2 km across, a gazetted forest reserve in Kwale county, bounded by 4° 29'l0"S; 39° 15 '10'’ E coordinates, 750 feet above the sea level. The hill is ... -
Potential of predicting rainfall onset and cessation dates in Kenya using tropospheric moisture accumulation
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Rainfall portrays high variability in space and time in Kenya. The severity of rainfall variability demonstrated as excessively heavy precipitation (floods) or excessively light rainfall (droughts) affects the economy of ... -
Determinants of Sugar Demand in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This study examines the factors affecting the aggregate demand for sugar in Kenya using time series data dating from 1981 to 2018. The specific objectives of this study are: firstly, analyze the factors influencing the ...
