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Impact Of Official Development Assistance On Economic Growth In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The demand for continued aid exists. Whether or not foreign aid is positive for the recipient country’s economy remains inconclusive. Since attaining political independence in 1963, Kenya has continued to receive ODA ... -
Heavy Metals Concentrations In Coal, Coal Ash, Soils And Grass Samples From Maamba Coal Mine, Zambia.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Maamba Collieries Limited (MCL), is a large coal mining concession in Zambia and manages the only coal-fired Thermal Plant in Zambia. Coal mining activities are generally associated with human and environmental health ... -
Pattern of Distal Tibial Fractures, Associated Injuries and Early Complications at Kenyatta National Hospital
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Influence of Sustainability on Community Water Projects in Imenti South, Meru County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Sustainability is an aspired outcome for any project. It’s a long-term process based on achievement of objectives. It then accelerates the successful performance and fosters change in the area of implementation. Factors ... -
Bottom-Up Design Approach: A Community-Led Intervention In Fighting Lifestyle Diseases Within Urban Informal Settlements In Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Health communication programmes in Kenya have mainly used a ‘top-down approach’ in designing health promotion strategies to be used within communities. This approach has not been sustainable in promoting healthier ... -
Effects Of Cost On Pharmaceutical Availability Of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDS) Drugs
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Purpose of the study: Pharmaceuticals are essential in addressing the increasing burden of Non Communicable Diseases which are the leading cause of mortalities in low and middle income countries (LMIC’s). Pharmaceuticals ... -
Prevalence and Factors Associated With Staphylococcus Aureus Nasal Colonisation in Orthopaedic Patients
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) is a Gram-positive aerobic bacterium. It can be found as part of a person’s normal bacterial flora i.e. these individuals (carriers) are asymptomatically colonised without ... -
Men’s Perceptions Of Gender Mainstreaming In Murang’a County
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This is a descriptive and cross sectional study interested in understanding how men perceive gender mainstreaming in Murang’a County. The study interrogates men’s perceptions of women empowerment programs from a disempowered ... -
Rural Electrification Expansion Strategies, Project Control Mechanisms And Implementation Of Energy Access Projects In Underserved Counties In Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The study examined the rural electrification expansion strategies, project control mechanisms and implementation of energy access projects among rural households in underserved counties in Kenya. Specific objectives were ... -
Assessment of Water Quality From Selected Boreholes in Naivasha Subcounty, Nakuru Countynya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This study was undertaken to assess the quality of borehole water from Naivasha area in Nakuru County. High fluoride levels and the economic activities surrounding the area have raised a major concern over the quality of ... -
Countering Violent Extremism Through Public Participation
(University of Nairobi, 2017)With the increasing rate of international terrorism and violent extremism, many countries especially in Africa have sought to find all the possible solutions to counter violent extremism. It is for this reason that I ... -
Hygiene Knowledge, Practices and Microbial Safety of Mixed Vegetable Salads Sold in the Streets of Pipeline Ward, Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Street foods are those sold outside in the public place without a permanent structure and are most often ready to eat. However, ready-to-eat foods are a source of contamination and can transmit foodborne diseases. This ... -
Role of Regional Organizations in Conflict Resolution : Lessons from Kenya’s 2007 Elections
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Preventing or resolving world wars is a primary function of regional and international organizations. United Nations is a good example of such organizations that has experienced tremendous successes and major lessons in ... -
Antiplasmodial and Anticancer Principles From Millettia Dura, Millettia Leucantha and Millettia Lasiantha
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Despite all the undertakings to fight malaria and cancer, the infections occurrencies per year is still high or even rising as the case for cancer, making them the leading causes of fatality in the world. The Plasmodium ... -
Community Participation in Ward Development Fund (Wdf) Projects in Harambee Ward, Makadara Sub-county
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This was a cross-sectional mixed method study on community participation in Ward Development Fund (WDF) in Harambee ward, Makadara Sub-County, Nairobi City County. The study examined the level of awareness and knowledge ... -
Assessment for Learning (Afl) as a Tool for English Language Performance
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This study was on Assessment For Learning (AFL) using Self-assessment as a Tool to enhance learning, in this case, the learning of English Language. AFL is a process that involves obtaining and using assessment information ... -
Historical Analysis Of The Persistent Trend Of Civilian Devastation In Somalia, 1991-2011
(University of Nairobi, 2011)Somalia has been exceptionally prone to disputes over representation, making it difficult to identify representatives at the negotiating table who are both legitimate and authoritative. Somalia's susceptibility to political ... -
Influence of School Working Conditions on Teacher Job Satisfaction in Public Primary Schools, East Pokot Sub-county, Baringo County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)In most Institutions, the major remedy for teacher’s performance and job satisfaction remains to be the type of motivation that is used by the management for the employees. The1 purpose1 of1 this1 study1 was1 to1 investigate1 ... -
Influence Of Project Management Practices On Completion Of National Government Constituency Development Fund Projects In Kenya.a Case Of Educationalprojects In Mwingi West Constituency, Kitui County
(University of Nairobi, 2020)“The purpose of this study was to analyze the influence of project management practices on completion of National government constituency development funds projects in Kenya( NG-CDF).The research was guided by four objectives ... -
Influence Of Project Management Practices On Completion Of National Government Constituency Development Fund Projects In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)“The purpose of this study was to analyze the influence of project management practices on completion of National government constituency development funds projects in Kenya( NG-CDF).The research was guided by four objectives ...
