Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Integrated Database System for Hiv/aids Management: a Case of Kicoshep-Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Kicoshep is a national NGO founded in 1990 in Kibera slums with the aim of supporting communities to cope with the impact of HIV/AIDS and provide home-based care services to the people living with HIV (PLHIV) and their ... -
Information and Decision Making on Assisted Reproductive Technologies Among Families Experiencing Infertility in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)This study sought to explore the information on infertility and information on Assisted Reproductive Technologies available in Kenya and how it was packaged and disseminated; to find out whether those suffering infertility ... -
New Vernacular TV Viewership Habits; A Case of Inooro TV
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The aim of this study was to assess vernacular television viewership habits, with a case of Inooro TV. The study was based on four objectives that included: to find out which television stations Kiambu residents watch; to ... -
Corporate Sports Sponsorship and Brand Awareness of Commercial Banks in Kenya: a Case of Family Bank’s Eldoret Half Marathon
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Using Family Bank’s sponsorship of Eldoret Half Marathon as a case study, this study aimed to establish how corporate sports sponsorship and brand awareness affect the bank’s customers. The study was anchored on the Social ... -
Social Media Influence on Body Image Among Female University Students: a Case Study of Instagram
(University of Nairobi, 2019)This study aimed at examining how social media and precisely instagram influences body image among female university students. The specific objectives were to find out and investigate: the consequences of instagram use ... -
An Analysis of Alternative Dispute Resolution as a Communication Strategy in Conflict Resolution: a Case Study of Court Annexed Mediation, Milimani Law Courts - Family Division
(University of Nairobi, 2019)This study sought to analyse Alternative Dispute Resolutions as a communication strategy in conflict resolution. The study focused on Court Annexed Mediation at Milimani Law Courts at the Family Division. The study was ... -
Influnce of Corporate Visual Identity Rebranding on Customer Perceptions: a Case Study of the National Bank of Kenya Limited
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The main objective of the study was to evaluate the perception of customers towards the corporate visual identity rebranding done by the National Bank of Kenya. Specifically, the study investigated the impacts of change ... -
Development of a Web-based Informal Cadastre for an Informal Settlement in Nairobi A Case Study of Mukuru Sinai Settlement
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Informal Settlements are commonly found in urban areas in developing countries. They emerge due to inadequate housing that is affordable to the many migrants moving to the city in search of employment and business ... -
Analysis of the Effects of Fertilizer Subsidies on Crop Diversification and Income and Their Implications for Diet Quality in the Upper West Region of Ghana
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Despite the contribution of the Ghana’s Fertilizer Subsidy Program (GFSP) to increased food production, diets, especially of rural households, are still poor: lacking diversity and essential nutrients. Pro-staple strategies ... -
Assessment of Mothers’ Satisfaction With Immediate Post Natal Care at Kenyatta National Hospital Maternity Unit
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: Satisfactory health services received by postnatal mothers within the first 72 hours after birth in the health care facilities are a source of joyous memories and experiences of childbirth. When the immediate ... -
Cellular Morphological Changes on Oral Mucosa Among Patients Presenting in to the Dental Clinics in Two Narok County Referal Hospitals
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Cytological effects of chewing tobacco have been documented in India, Europe and North America. Use of cytology to investigate changes in cellular morphology associated with chewing tobacco has not been done in Kenya. ... -
Assessment Of Household Food Consumption Trends And Demand In The Democratic Republic Of Congo
(University of Nairobi, 2019)All member countries of the United Nations are committed to achieving the Sustainable Development Goal 2 “zero hunger”. Compared to other regions, Africa has seen little progress regarding the reduction of the prevalence ... -
Prevalence of Perioperative Hypothermia Amongst Patients Undergoing Anesthesia at the Kenyatta National Hospitaltheatres
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background During surgical procedures, patients in operating suites are exposed to varying thermal challenges that can lead to perioperative hypothermia1 a core body temperature of ≤36.0°C. Hypothermia is also a common ... -
Tafsiri za Methali na Misemo katika Mshale wa Mungu
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Tafsiri za methali na misemo katika kazi za fasihi, hasa fani hizi zinapotokea kuwa na uamilifu wa kipekee katika kazi husika huhitaji kutafsiriwa kwa njia ambayo itafanikisha dhamira ya mwandishi kuhusiana na matumizi ya ... -
Onion (Allium Cepa L.) Growth, Yield And Storability As Influenced By Rate And Time Of Nitrogen Application
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Onion (Allium cepa L.) is an important commercial vegetable crop grown by small-holder farmers in Kenya, for both local and export markets. National average production is low and quality highly compromised due to use of ... -
Management of second trimester abortions at kenyatta national hospital: a five-year cross-sectional study
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background Abortion is the spontaneous or induced termination of pregnancy before fetal viability. The world health organization (who) defines it as termination prior to 22 weeks gestation or a fetus weighing less than ... -
Effects Of Social Networks On Household Food Consumption Among Smallholder Farmers In Kisii And Nyamira Counties, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Malnutrition is a major burden worldwide. One strategy for curbing malnutrition is through food and nutrition policies that promote both sufficient calorie intake and dietary diversity. However, effects of shocks and lack ... -
The influence of Vigilantism on National Security in Kenya: a Case Study of Sungusungu in Kisii County (2002-2019)
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Vigilantism, a security phenomena based on a retributive justice model and commonly understood as an alternative mechanism of providing security and justice where the State does not, significantly affects national security. ... -
Determinants of Adherence Levels to Oral Pre-exposure Prophylaxis Among Seronegative Partners in Hiv Discordant Heterosexual Relationships
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: Adherence to PrEP medication is key for its efficacy in prevention of HIV infection acquisition by uninfected partner during high risk periods of HIV exposure. Some studies have demonstrated adherence to oral ... -
Co-morbid Depression and Alcohol Use Disorder Among Youth Living With Hiv Attending a Comprehensive Care Clinic at a Private Hospital in Nairobi, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2019)BACKGROUND: Psychiatric morbidity has been associated with HIV disease since the beginning of the AIDS epidemic. In youth with HIV infections alcohol use and depression make the management more difficult and worsen the ...
