Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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The Contribution of Contract Administrators Towards Prevention of Escalation of Contractors’ Claims Into Disputes.
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Standard forms of contracts provide mechanisms of resolving claims through determination by Contract Administrators. Failure to resolve claims at the Contract Administration level leads to a declaration of disputes. Despite ... -
Valuation of Timber Plantation in Kenya: - a Case Study of Sitoi Tea Estate, Elburgon and Kaptumo.
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Highlighting the overall importance of timber plantations linked to job creation, contribution to gross domestic product and environmental sustainability, necessitates a study on wholistic and accurate valuation methods. ... -
Assessment of Household Land Size and Use for Sustainable Food and Livelihood Security in Gatimu Sublocation, Nyandarua County
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The effects of land fragmentation on food and livelihood security has been experienced not only in Kenya and Africa but all over the world thereby necessitating adequate research to generate viable interventions. Various ... -
Anthropogenic and Biophysical Factors Influencing the Nesting Choice of the Green Turtle (Chelonia Mydas, Linnaeus, 1759) Along the Kenyan Coast
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The Green turtle Chelonia mydas Linnaeus, 1759 accounts for highest number of sea turtles that nest along Kenya’s coastline where there are varying biophysical and anthropogenic factors influencing nest sites that they ... -
Potential Effects of Climate Change on Tritrophic Interactions in Crucifer Farming Systems of Mount Kilimanjaro and Taita Hills
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Diamondback moth (DBM) (Plutella xylostella L.), a pest of cruciferous vegetables worldwide, is resistant to major groups of insecticides, and attention has shifted to biological control using parasitoids. However, DBM and ... -
Assessment of African Leopard and Spotted Hyena Diet and Prey Base Along Burguret Trail in Mt. Kenya Forest, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Mount Kenya has known populations of both African leopard and spotted hyena. However, based on habitat alone; one would expect the prey base available on the mountain to differ from savannah systems where the two apex ... -
In Vitro Studies of the Effects of Purple Tea (Camellia Sinensis) Extracts on Selected Human Cancer Cell Lines and Multi-drug Resistant Bacteria
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The objective of this study was to determine the anti-proliferative properties of crude extracts of purple tea on breast cancer (JIMT1), cervical cancer (HeLa), prostate cancer (PC3), liver cancer (HepG2) and ovarian cancer ... -
Establishment and Efficacy of Stem Borer Biological Control Agents Released in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Agriculture dominates the economy of most African countries with most farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa growing mainly maize (Zea mays L.) and sorghum (Sorghum bicolor Moench.). However, production of these crops is greatly ... -
Trade Financing and Supply Chain Performance of Multinational Manufacturing Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)This study aimed to determine the trade finance modes adopted by manufacturing firms in Kenya that are multinational in facilitating international trade transactions and the relationship they had on performance of their ... -
Pirates’ Right to Bail or Bond in Kenya’s Legal Framework: a Critical Appraisal
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Right to an Adequate Standard of Living: a Case Study of Kenyan Prisons
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The central problem in this thesis is that despite reforms coming up in prisons over the years, there is the persistent problem of infringement of the right to adequate living standards of prisoners in the various prisons ... -
Repeat Induction Versus Expectant Management After Failed Primary Labor Induction at Term at Kenyatta National Hospital: a Randomised Clinical Trial.
(University of Nairobi, 2019)BACKGROUND: While the rates of labor induction have increased globally, occurring in about 20% of facilities, Africa reports of an average rate of 4.4% (Kenya 3.9%) with a high rate of unmet need (66.0 –80.2%). Despite it ... -
Strategic Planning, External Environment and Organizational Performance of Kiambu County Government, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)An appraisal and assessment of the impact of key arranging and outer condition on hierarchical execution in region administrations of Kenya keeps on staying a region that should be analyzed. Province governments in Kenya ... -
Socio Economic Factors Influencing Completion Of Selected County Funded Construction Projects In Kitale Town, Trans Nzoia County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Completion of county funded construction projects in Kitale town, Trans Nzoia County records dissatisfying views on the schedule performance of most of the projects. The study investigated socio-economic factors influence ... -
Factors Influencing The Performance Of Public Mixed Day Secondary Schools In Kenya: A Case Of Likuyani Constituency
(University of Nairobi, 2019)This study aimed at determining the factors affecting the performance of public mixed day secondary schools in Kenya. Challenges facing these schools have persistently controlled their outcome over the years. The inability ... -
Influence Of Women Management Skills On Performance Of Self Help Groups In Kiambu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The purpose of this study was to establish the influence of women management skills on performance of self-help projects in Kiambu County. This study was guided by the following objectives; to establish the extent to which ... -
Influence Of Organizational Factors On Implementation Of Occupational Safety And Health Programmes In Public Service Institutions: A Case Of Huduma Citizen Service Centres, Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)This study sought to determine the influence of organizational factors on the implementation of Occupational Safety and Health Programmes in Huduma Citizen Service Centres in Nairobi City County. Specifically, the study ... -
Influence Of Socio-Economic Factors On The Uptake Of Agricultural Credit By Maize Farmers In Kwanza Sub-County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Agricultural loans if well utilized can boost maize productivity in farms and overall food security in the country. Despite commercial banks and other financial institutions established with the principle service of offering ... -
Factors Influencing Management Of Slaughterhouse Waste In Nairobi, Kiambu, Kajiado And Machakos Counties
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Management of solid waste and waste water in developing countries has been handled over the years with relative success. However, one area that has not received proper attention is management of the waste generated by urban ... -
Determinants Of The Performance Of Community-Based Projects: A Case Of Fish Farming In Bomet County
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Fish is a popular part of the diet in most countries in the world. It has long been termed 'the poor man's protein'. The overall demand for fish is increasing as populations grow and rising standards of living in urban ...
