Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences, Law, Business Mgt (FoA&SS / FoL / FBM): Recent submissions
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M-shwari Loan Access and Effects on Employment and Investment in Youth-owned Mses in Ongata-rongai, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This research project sought to explore effects of access to M-Shwari loan on youth-owned micro and small enterprises in Ongata-Rongai, Kenya by establishing the characteristics of youth-owned MSEs using M-Shwari loans, ... -
Determinants of Life Expectancy in Kenya: a Time Series Analysis (1961-2013)
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Kenya‟s life expectancy has been improving from a low of 46.36 years in 1960 to 61.6 years in 2014. However this is still below the world life expectancy of 71.5 years. The country aims at achieving a life expectancy of ... -
Experences of Women Survivors of Gender-based Violence With Survivor-centred Approach, a Case of Association for Women’s Sanctuary and Development (Awsad) Ethiopia
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This is a cross sectional descriptive study on experiences of women GBV survivors with survivor –centered approach while receiving care and support at AWSAD in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The study examined the services women ... -
Rangi Kama Mbinu Ya Usimbaji Maana Katika Diwani Ya Rangi Ya Anga (Kithaka Wa Mberia)
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Tasnifu hii inahusu matumizi ya rangi kama mbinu ya usimbaji maana katika diwani ya Rangi ya Anga ya Kithaka wa Mberia. Tumelenga kuchunguza dhima ya rangi kama ilivyotumika katika diwani teule. Vile vile, tulibainisha ... -
Stylistic Analysis of Kabras Folk Songs
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This study sought to identify the prominent features of style in Kabras folk songs and how they affect the interpretation of Kabras folk songs in the framework of Prototype Theory and Relevance Theory. Through oral interview ... -
Relationship Between Board Diversity and Financial Performance of Insurance Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Board diversity is desirable in a firm because of its associated benefits it provides to the organizations. One of the bold steps taken by insurance companies to increase the capacity of the board to make their oversight ... -
Actors’ Perceptions of Health Risks and Effects Related to Food System Activities in North West Mt. Kenya Region
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Food production through agricultural practices is essential for the survival of humanity in the entire world. It plays a great role on whether there is enough food for human consumption, if the food available is of sufficient ... -
Effects of Taxation on Foreign Direct Investment Flows in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This study focused on the relationship between corporate income tax and foreign direct investment. We applied Vector Error Correction Model on annual data for the period 1982-2015 to investigate the effect of Corporate ... -
Uchanganuzi Wa Kipragmatiki Wa Utoupole Katika Filamu Za Kiswahili
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Tasnifu hii imeshughulikia suala la utoupole katika filamu nne za Kiswahili kutoka Tanzania ambazo ni Hila, Tabasamu Ghushi, Upepo wa baridi na Majuto ambazo ziliteuliwa kimakusudi ili kutupatia data iliyoweza kufanikisha ... -
Grammar of Space: a Study of Dholuo Motion Verbs
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This study focuses on the grammar of space analysis of the Dholuo motion verbs using the conceptual framework of Talmy‟s typology with the underlying hypotheses that the expression of Dholuo verbal motion expression is ... -
Mchango Wa Sajili Ya Kidini Katika Kufanikisha Riwaya Mbili Za Ken Walibora (Kidagaa Kimemwozea Na Ndoto Ya Almasi)
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Tuliamua kuchunguza jinsi mwandishi wa riwaya za Kidagaa Kimemwozea na Ndoto ya Almasi ametumia lugha ya kipekee anaporejelea masuala ya dini ya Kikristo ili kubainisha: sifa za sajili ya dini ya Kikristo zinavyojitokeza, ... -
Actors That Hinder Addiction Treatment Among Women Who Inject Drugs (Wwids): a Case of Wwids in Kilifi County
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Injection drug use at the Kenyan coast is posing a great danger to the communities and the country at large due to the risks involved and rising number of youth affected in their most productive age. This study sought to ... -
Determinants of Foreign Direct Investment in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)FDI contributes enormously to the receiving nation through introduction of new technology, addressing the problem of savings deficiency, foreign exchange inadequacy, revenue gap, and issues relating to management etc. Due ... -
Testing the Pecking Order Theory of Capital Structure Among Kenyan Firms
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The main aim of this study was testing the Pecking Order Theory of capital structure among firms in Kenyan listed firms, with the Nairobi Securities Exchange, for the period 2011-2016. According to this theory, firms always ... -
Mchango Wa Vijana Katika Kuleta Mabadiliko Katika Kufa Kuzikana Na Kidagaa Kimemwozea
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Katika utafiti huu, tumeonyesha mchango wa vijana katika kuleta mabadiliko katika riwaya za Kufa Kuzikana na Kidagaa Kimemwozea. Pia, tumeangazia changamoto ambazo vijana hukumbana nazo katika juhudi zao za kuleta mabadiliko. ... -
Dynamics of Financial Inclusion and Welfare in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Financial inclusion (FI) is not an objective in itself, but only to the extent that it helps improve welfare. Evidence linking FI and welfare is however less conclusive despite growing interest. Understanding this link ... -
The Challenge Of False Friends In Interpretation For Trainee Interpreters Working With English And French
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Interpreting false friends has been a big challenge for trainee interpreters. Despite the fact that various languages, especially French, English and Spanish have provided specialized dictionaries of false friends per ... -
Self-Help Group Approach And Women’S Political Empowerment In Yatta Sub-County, Eastern Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This study, conducted with 150 self-help groups (SHGs) in Yatta sub-county, assessed the self-help group method to women‟s political empowerment and participation in the sub-county. The basic research question was on the ... -
Access to Criminal Justice in Kenya; an Assessment of Legal, Policy and Institutional Frameworks
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The Constitution of Kenya, 2010 guarantees all persons equal protection of the law. It also demands that “justice must be done to all irrespective of status” and that all state organs must ensure access to justice for all ... -
The Impact Of Vocational Education And Training On Socioeconomic Empowerment Of Youth In Mukuru (2011 – 2015)
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Youth unemployment is a common phenomenon in many informal settlements in Kenya. Despite being economically productive, many youth continue to languish in poverty due to lack of employability skills. The Government and ...
