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Use of GIS and remote sensing techniques to estimate coconut cultivation area: Case study of Kaloleni subcounty
(University of Nairobi, 2014)This study was aimed at estimating area under coconut cultivation in Kaloleni Sub-County by employing the use of GIS and remote sensing techniques. The viability of high resolution satellite imagery (GeoEye) was tested ... -
Use of GIS for catchment modelling and dynamic atlas for information management and dissemination case study:
(Department of Geospatial and Space Technology, 2009)River Juba and Shabelle catchments are the source of the two most important rivers in Somalia. They are the source of water for irrigation and it is the food basket for many Somalis living in the southern part of Somalia. ... -
Use of GIS for catchment modelling and dynamic atlas for information management and dissemination: a case study
(Department of Geospatial and Space Technology, 2009)River Juba and Shabelle catchments are the source of the two most important rivers in Somalia. They are the source of water for irrigation and it is the food basket for many Somalis living in the southern part of Somalia. ... -
Use of GIS in mapping the spatial distribution and security of WI-FI networks case study: Nairobi central business district
(University of Nairobi, 2014)This project shows the important role that GIS can play in mapping the spatial distribution of wireless networks and their security protocols that have been put in place by institutions, companies and businesses within ... -
Use of GIS to assess the impact of relocation of project affected persons:m case study of the railway reserve in Soweto East, Kibera
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Use of GIS to manage community-based land transactions: Case Study: Kirinyaga Central District
(University of Nairobi, 2009)The elements of Land Administration in Kenya are very fragmented and independently operated within the Ministry of Lands. During institutional reform there is opportunity to provide a much more integrated Land Administration ... -
The use of Google Earth engine to analyse changes in Vegetation cover within Shompole and Olkirimatian group Ranches, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Livestock production contribute to nearly a half of agricultural GDP in the country and is the main source of livelihood for the pastoral nomadic communities. These pastoral communities depend on rangelands to provide water ... -
Use of Knowledge Based Systems for the Detection and Monitoring of Unplanned Developments
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The Use Of Linear Referencing In Mapping Of Roads Case Study: Machakos Turnoff-Syongila (C97) Road
(UoN, 2018)Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is an indispensable tool for automating processes in various disciplines. Road chainages are the most appropriate way of geographically locating areas of interest in the road sector. ... -
Use of open source Geo-solutions to develop a Cadastral model for informal settlement in Nairobi. Case study of redeemed village in Huruma informal settlement
(University of Nairobi, 2017-08)Sprawling of informal settlements in Kenya has been a major challenge due to the high rate of urbanization in towns and cities to the extent that decent housing and security of tenure in such areas has ... -
Use Of Remote Sensing To Estimate Evapotranspiration (Et) For Water Resources Management : Case Study Ndaka-Ini Dam Watershed
(UoN, 2019)Water is a very important commodity for sustaining life and also a key factor in sustaining agricultural production, energy production and other activities at optimal levels. Despite water being very important, the world ... -
Use Of Urban Surface Runoff For Groundwater Recharge In Nairobi City.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Surface run-off harvesting systems of collect and store rain-water from rooftops, lawns and street runoffs for later use. While the catchment experiences high run-off in the dry season severe water shortage is experienced. ... -
Using animation to enhance learning: A case study on primary school mathematics
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Using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) For Inventory Of Safaricom Foundation Projects.A Case Study: Nairobi County
(University of NairobiMaster of Science in Geographic Information Systems, 2013)The Safaricom Foundation provides a formal process for charitable contributions to communities, community groups and Non-Governmental Organisations in Kenya who are key partners ... -
Using Geospatial Technologies to Assess the Impact of Human Settlement in Mt. Elgon Forest
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The Mt. Elgon ecosystem is a gazetted forest reserve. Over decades of time, the forest ecosystem has experienced a surge in human population through the government-led Chepyuk settlement. Recently, there was a petition to ... -
Using Gis for Site Suitability Analysis for Sitting a Radio Telescope in Kenya
(university of nairobi, 2022)Radio sources in the outer space... -
Using GIS in Mapping and Evaluating the High School Infrastructure in Readiness for the Implementation of the New Curriculum. Case Study: Ugunja Sub-County, Siaya County
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The Ministry of Education has intended to introduce a competency-based curriculum from the onset of 2018. This will be gradually carried out from the primary school level to senior school. However, the studies that have ... -
Using Gis to Assess Sustainability of Urban Development in Kenya’s Emerging Cities: Case Study of Nakuru City
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The aim of this study was to assess the sustainability of urban development in Nakuru as one of Kenya’s emerging cities. The main criteria and sub-criteria used as indicators of Suitability of Urban Development (SUD) ... -
Using Gis To Assess The Risk Of Terrorism: A Case Study Of Garissa County
(University of Nairobi, 2020)