Faculty of Science & Technology (FST): Recent submissions
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Proposing Criteria for Quality Production of Handicrafts in Kenya; A case study of Leather and Sisal bags
(University of Nairobi, 2015-07)ABSTRACT Kenya’s commercial handicrafts are produced by small and medium enterprises in the Juakali sector. Most of the producers in the Juakali sector are operating informally mainly using local resources, promoting ... -
Analysis of heavy metal concentrations in selected species of genus tephrosia in South Eastern and Coastal regions in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)About 70-80% of the world population relies on herbal products, especially in the developing countries. Herbal products are available in various dosage forms for different types of ailment. The genus Tephrosia is highly ... -
Study of land use and management practices in the Peri urban areas of Kenya case of Mutuini location, Nairobi County
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Influence of waste management practices on natural environment conservation in Kenya: a case of slaughterhouses in Kirinyaga county
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The title of the study is the influence of waste management practices on natural environment conservation in the slaughterhouses in Kirinyaga County.The objectives of the study were: To identify the influence of waste ... -
Use of image processing in drowsiness detection among drivers to reduce road traffic accidents in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-04)ABSTRACT Road accidents in Kenya and all over the world have been a major problem for a very long time. Thousands lose their lives and millions of people lose a livelihood annually because of road accidents. Fatigue, which ... -
Simulation of radiative forcing due to aerosols over some counties in Kenya
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Assessing the potential effects of climate variability and change on livestock in the arid lands of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-07)Abstract Extreme temperatures and rainfall patterns are being experienced in many parts of the world including Eastern Africa. These have been associated with droughts, floods, cold/hot spells, cyclones, among others ... -
Factors influencing farmers’ decisions to adopt agro-silviculture in kenya: a case of Kapenguria division, west Pokot county
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Agro-forestry is a collective name for all land-use systems and practices where woody perennial plants are deliberately grown on the same land management unit as agricultural crops and/or animals, either in spatial mixture ... -
Antimicrobial activity, acute toxicity and phytochemical composition of four medicinal plants traditionally used in Sotik sub- county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)In Kenya, microbial diseases are prevalent and life threatening. Currently, herbal remedies are of interest as considered to be easily available, safe, effective and affordable. This study was designed to investigate ... -
Factors influencing the implementation of educational projects in secondary schools; a case of Lari sub-county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The purpose of this study was to assess the factors that influence the implementation of educational projects in secondary schools, a case study of Lari sub-county in Kiambu County. The objectives of the study were to ... -
SMS based system to provide first aid information in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Emergencies resulting from accidents and illness occur all around us in everyday life and knowledge of what action needs to be taken to manage a crisis can make the difference between life and death. Basic first-aid ... -
Factors influencing community participation in forestry conservation projects: a case of Kithoka-Twajai forest community based organization, Meru county Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The aim of this study was to assess the factors that influence community participation in forestry conservation among the members of Kithoka/Twajai Forest Community Based Organization in Meru County, Kenya. The study is ... -
GIS in foreign nationals management: spatial analysis of distribution and socio-economic impacts of immigration in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Due to increasing globalization trends, migration has increasingly become a key element in national and international deliberations. Mapping of immigrant issues has also gained prominence in many parts of the world, with ... -
Influence of civic education on curbing election-related conflicts: a case of Kiandutu village, Thika sub- county, Kiambu county Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-04)Civic education plays a proactive role on curbing election- related conflicts. Despite the concerted efforts by the national government, religious institutions, community groups and organizations, NGOs among others in ... -
An assessment of the feasibility of carbon trading afforestation contracts in trans Mara sub-county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)ABSTRACT Carbon afforestation projects on marginal and degraded agricultural lands could potentially contribute to improved livelihoods to farmers through enhanced financial inflows from carbon revenue and sale of tree ... -
A framework for increasing the technical capacity of health workers to use health data for decision making at the level iii health facilities in Nairobi county
(University of Nairobi, 2014-05)Data is often not used effectively by the individuals at the health facilities to inform policy and programmatic decision making. The objective of this study is to identify barriers to data use, to design a framework for ... -
Factors influencing implementation of major road infrastructure projects in Kenya: a case of the southern bypass project, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Road construction is considered to be one of the most important aspect in an economy, as it interacts with nearly all fields of human endeavor. The productivity, welfare, and security of both rural and urban people ... -
Design reality gap framework for post implementation evaluation of the national ICT policy:
(University of Nairobi, 2015)This study analyzed, examined and evaluated the gaps between Information Communication Technologies (ICT) policy design and their actual outcomes in governmental ICT agencies, informed by the objectives and identified ... -
Factors influencing adoption of ICT in service delivery by county governments in Kenya: a case of Kitui county
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has become an increasingly important factor in the development process of nations. While the benefits of ICT in a County cannot be disputed, there are several concerns about ...
