Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Digital marketing strategies and consumer purchase decision of online stores within Nairobi City County
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Currently, a big population use internet and computer devices as part of their essential daily need which also include emails and smart phones as well as accessing social media sites such as LinkedIn, Face book or twitter. ... -
Usasa Katika Ushairi Wa Kithaka Wa Mberia: Uchanganuzi Wa Maudhui Na Mtindo
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Themes and style are two inseparable aspects in a literary work. This research mainly focuses on modernity of themes as enabled by the unique style in Kithaka wa Mberia’s poetry. The objectives of this study are: to ... -
Project factors influencing completion of Rural Roads projects in Kenya: a case of Rumuruti-Maralal Road project in Laikipia and Samburu Counties
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Road transport infrastructural projects are considered successful when delivered within the traditional iron triangle constraints. Nevertheless, the aspect of delay in the completion of roads infrastructure projects has ... -
Influence of Public Private Partnership on Health Care Service Delivery
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Health sector projects within Kiambu County are faced with financial, Technical and human resource challenges resulting from increased cost of goods, staffing, and budget. However, in spite of the government financial and ... -
Determinants of met and unmet needs of family members with critically ill patients in the critical care unit – Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: When a patient is admitted to the Critical Care Unit (CCU), it is always looked at as a time of intense difficulty by the family members since most patients have life threatening conditions. Within this period ... -
Ownership Structure and Earnings Management:evidence From the Listed Non-financial Companies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The quality of financial reporting is an important matter to both regulators and investors. The purpose of preparing general purpose financial statements is to enhance objective decision making. Empirical evidence shows ... -
Modern Contraceptives Conversations Among Sexually Active Youth in Kianda Ward, Kibra Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The study sought to investigate how sexually active youth in Kibera’s, Kianda Ward communicate among themselves regarding adoption and use of modern contraceptives. The objectives of the study were to analyze modern ... -
The Inheritance Rights of Muslim Women in Kenya: Reality or Rhetoric?
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This thesis sought to establish whether Muslim women in Kenya actually enjoy their inheritance rights as decreed in the Qur’aan and protected by the 2010 Constitution and the Law of Succession Act. The study’s findings ... -
Perceived Influence of Backward Integration Strategy on Organizational Efficiency in the Cement Industry in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The steady, timely and adequate supply of quality raw materials in the right quantity required for the production process is key to achieving organizational efficiency. Manufacturing organization’s overall performance ... -
A Morpho-semantic Study of Anthroponymy- Turkana Personal Names
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This study aimed at analyzing the morphology, the semantic and pragmatics of selected personal names in the Turkana language. After exploring the morphology, semantic and pragmatics of these names, it is evident that ... -
Strategies for coping with stress related to intradialytic events utilized by patients on hemodialysis at the renal unit, Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)BACKGROUND: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) prevalence has increased immensely, estimated at 8-16% globally, consequently resulting in large numbers of patients with end stage renal disease (ESRD) requiring renal replacement ... -
School Infrastructure Policy Implementation, Community Participation, Project Management Practices, and the Performance of Construction Projects in Primary Schools in Somaliland
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Adequate school infrastructure facilities are vital for schools to function, dispense education services to the community, and realize the performance targets expected. The study was set in the post-conflict state of ... -
Influence of Agile Marketing on Brand Equity at Safaricom Limited
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This project aimed at determining the influence of agile marketing on brand equity at Safaricom Limited. Brand Equity is an important intangible asset for a company. Therefore, it is imperative for companies to explore on ... -
Determinants of External Public Debt Servicing in Kenya (1980-2019)
(University of Nairobi, 2020)For the last one decade, Kenya has been facing an upsurge in the public debt which has seen the country plunge into debt crisis. As at the first week of April 2020, Kenya’s debt to GDP ratio had reached 70 percent, the ... -
Influence of Cultural Practices on Conflict and Its Management in Africa: a Case of West Pokot and Elgeyo Marakwet Counties of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Cultural practices are likely to play a significant part in causation and resolution of conflict. The main objective of this study was to investigate the influence of cultural practices on conflict and its management in ... -
The Relationship Between Firm-specific Factors and Dividend Payout for Firms Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Organizations have different dividend payout policies unique to certain factors or conditions within and without the organization. Various studies have shown that certain factors such as firm size, profitability, liquidity ... -
Patterns and determinants of dyslipidemias among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus at Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Dyslipidemia is markedly common in type 2 Diabetes Mellitus patients and one of the modifiable risk factors for cardiovascular disease, which is responsible for the increased burden of disease and mortality ... -
Legal Frameworks, Normative Action, Political Environment And Performance Of Biosocial Projects In Informal Settlements In Nairobi County, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This study investigated relationship between Legal frameworks, Normative action, Political environment and Performance of biosocial projects in informal settlements in Nairobi County, Kenya. The inquiry investigated mediating ... -
Prevalence of Sexual Dysfunction in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients Attending Renal Clinic at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Sexual dysfunction (SD) is frequent but still underdiagnosed in chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients in Kenya. Moreover, the inconsistent usage of validated assessment (diagnostic) tools makes it problematic ... -
Predictors of Adherence to Treatment Regimen Among Hemodialysis Patients at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Adherence in hemodialysis has been a significant factor that helps in modifying the quality of life among patients undergoing hemodialysis. Adherence to hemodialysis treatment regimen encompasses four-components, ...
