Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences, Law, Business Mgt (FoA&SS / FoL / FBM): Recent submissions
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Terrorism and the Media: a Symbiotic Relationship
(Universirv of NairobiSchool of Journalism, 2005)This exploratory study seeks to investigate via the agency of the concept of symbiosis how mutually beneficial the relationship between terrorism (however defined) and the media (as broadly defined) is. The study concludes ... -
Media influence on the adoption of e-commerce: The Kenyan scenario
(University of NairobiMass Communication, 2006-09)This study seeks to look into the role of Kenyan media in influencing the adoption of electronic commerce among corporate organizations. In spite of the advantages that may accrue to corporate businesses directly and to a ... -
Marxist theory of education and its pedagogical implications
(2008)This study has as its express purpose shedding light on an important issue of educational concern. The issue is Marxist theory of education. Our interest will mainly be focused on a philosophical search that exposes Marxism ... -
Intellectual property rights regimes (acquisition and ownership) in public research institutions in Kenya: a case study of Kari, Kemri and Kirdi
(Institute of Diplomacy and International Studies, 2007)Intellectual property (JP) was, until recently, the concern for specialists and producers of intellectual property rights (IPR). However, the Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) ... -
Role of the media in conflict transformation in Somalia: A case study of radio Galka Yo
(School of Journalism, 2008)In a country plagued by conflict, the immense role played by the media cannot be ignored. Media can and have been instrumental in escalating conflicts, as well as de escalating the same depending on how it is ... -
Secondary school students' perceptions on the role of teacher counselor in the management of deviant behaviour in Nyandarua district, Kenya
(2003)This research was designed to investigate the students' perceptions towards teacher counsellor in the management of deviant behavior. The study was carried out in four secondary schools in Nyandarua District. two of which ... -
An Analysis of Water Pollution and Sustainable Development: a Case Study of Nairobi River in Kenya, 1980-2007
(University of Nairobi,Institute of Diplomacy and International Studies, 2007)This research is focusing on the Nairobi River on the themes of water pollution and sustainable development. From the study, it was realized that water was being polluted from three mam sources which are Municipal, ... -
Labour and social dimensions of globalization in the commercial a agriculture sector in Kenya
(Institute of Diplomacy and International Studies, 2004)This study has taken a critical look into the labour and social dimensions of globalisation in commercial agriculture in Kenya. It first looked into the nature and impact of globalisation. This overview traced the ... -
The Role of Information and Communication Technology(Ict) in Hiv/aids Health Communication in Slums: a Case Study of Kawangware Division,nairobi,kenya
(University of NairobiMass Communication, 2008-09)Information and Communication Technologies are key elements of a civil society response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic, enabling advocacy, mobilization, and empowerment of people living with HIV (PLWHA), women, and other vulnerable ... -
The Effects of Educational Resources on Students’ Performance in K C. S. E. In Public Secondary Schools in Mbeere District
(2007)Investment in education is an important aspect in the society today. This is so because economic surveyors have realized the benefits accrued from investing in education. This study tried to establish the effects of ... -
The administration of diplomatic privileges, immunities and facilities: A critical analysis of Kenya's practice
(Institute of Diplomacy and International Studies, 2007)This paper analyses Kenya's practice in the administration of diplomatic privileges, immunities and facilities It examines their theoretical justifications and undertakes a comparative ... -
A comparative study of foreign direct investment policy in Eastern Africa: the case of Rwanda and Tanzania (2000-2006)
(2008)This study's main objective is to explain why while Rwanda and Tanzania both have low FDI potential; Tanzania performs better than Rwanda in attracting FDI. This is done by attempting to establish the contribution of policy ... -
Managing Guidance and Counseling Interventions in Public Secondary Schools in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi,Department of Sociology, University of Nairobi, 2007-06)The main objective of this study was to find out how management of guidance and counseling interventions were carried out in public secondary schools in Nairobi Province. With the banning of corporal punishments in ... -
Towards a durable solution to refugee crisis in Kenya: a critical analysis of refugee resettlement (programme)
(Institute of Diplomacy and International Studies, 2007)This study sets out to explain the causes and consequences of the refugee crisis in Kenya and the impact of the resettlement programme of these refugees in Europe. It examines the three durable ... -
The Role of Good Governance in Conflict Prevention: A Case of Kenya from 1992-2007
(2008)The study attempts to look at the critical linkage between conflict prevention and good governance. It appraises how the two variables interact, with special focus on Kenya. The study establishes that there is a strong ... -
The Role of Regional Peace Initiatives in Fostering Human Security Among Member States: a Case Study of the Nepad Initiative in Kenya(2000-2005)
(University of Nairobi,Institute of Diplomacy and International Studies, 2007)Ordinarily the primary responsibility of a state is to maintain law and order and to safeguard its citizens from external aggression. But contrary to this popular myth, states have struggled over time to guarantee security ... -
Impact of adra-Kenya's communication programme on reduction of teenage pregnancy: an assessment of Kisii Central District
(University of NairobiMass Communication, 2008-10)The problem of teenage pregnancies among school going girl children is not a recent phenomenon in Kenyan schools and particularly in Kisii Central district. The health, social and economic implications are multiple. This ... -
An assessment of the status of health care waste management in Kenya; a case study of Nyanza Province
(University of NairobiDepartment of geography and environmental studies, 2007)Health Care Waste Management (HCWM) is a process to help ensure proper hospital hygiene and safety of health care workers and communities. It includes planning and procurement, construction, staff training and behaviour, ... -
The impact of investment climate on foreign direct investment in East African community partner states
(School of Economics, 2007-10)The last decade has witnessed dramatic decline in the levels of foreign direct investments (FDI) flowing into the East African Community (EAC) region. In an attempt to explore the key factors behind this poor performance ... -
The quest for a regional security framework for the East African Community
(2005)The treaty forming the second East African Community was signed on 30th November 1999. The second attempt is now in its seventh year without showing significant results. In this thesis we investigate the impact of the ...
