Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences, Law, Business Mgt (FoA&SS / FoL / FBM): Recent submissions
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Challenges experienced by women casual domestic workers in Dagoretti sub-county, Nairobi city county
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Casual domestic work is a common form of household engagement in Kenya and a much needed form of livelihood for many. Domestic casual workers are largely women who are in search of unskilled work that will provide them ... -
The effect of asset allocation on the financial performance of pension funds in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Much of the previous research into the effect of asset allocation on the financial performance of pension funds has concentrated generally on developed countries with few studies being carried out in emerging markets. ... -
Strategic response by public service commission of Kenya to changes in its environment
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Globally, the public sector remains a central vehicle for delivering development for both developed and developing countries. To cope with the increased complexity, hostility and turbulence within today’s organizational ... -
The Effectiveness of Using Non Standard English as a Technique in Writing Fiction Basing on Ken Saro-wiwa’s Sozaboy and Brian Chikwava’s Harare North.
(University of Nairobi, 2014)This studyexamines the effectiveness of using non Standard English as a technique in writing fictional works. The study is based on two novels written by African writers Ken Saro-wiwa’s Sozaboy and Brian Chikwava’s Harare ... -
The effect of risk based supervision on the financial performance of pension schemes in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)An increasing number of African countries have recently initiated reform of their pension and social protection systems. Over the last decade, Kenya has also undertaken a major reform of parts of its pension system, ... -
Faith and nationalism: Mau Mau and Christianity in Kikuyuland
(University of Nairobi, 2014)This study examines the nexus between faith and nationalism against the backdrop of the Mau Mau during the colonial period in Kenya. It argues that at the outset of the colonial rule, missionaries, in close association ... -
Internally displaced persons in Kenya: a study of their struggle for livelihood in Kuresoi constituency, Nakuru county
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Kenyans have been experiencing inter-ethnic conflicts for the past several years. The first ethnic conflicts occurred in the Rif Valley in 1992. Ever since various communities especially those in this region have been ... -
Intellectual capital and financial performance of Kenyan state corporations
(University of Nairobi, 2014-10)Intellectual Capital is combination of the Intellectual property (IP) held by a business and the people in that business that can exploit and increase it. The main issue the study aimed to investigate was Intellectual ... -
Judicial enforcement of the right to health under the new constitution of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The right to health is a fundamental human right recognized under international human rights law. The recognition of the right to health aims at protecting the most vulnerable in the society. Proper health care is needed ... -
Human resource information systems and learning organization in chartered universities in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The main purpose of the study was to establish the relationship between Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) and Learning Organization at the selected chartered universities in Kenya. The study adopted descriptive ... -
The effect of correctional institutions on control of juveniles delinquency in Kenya: the case of Kabete and Dagoreti rehabilitation Centres, Nairobi.
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The main objective of this study was to investigate and establish the response of correctional institutions on control of juvenile delinquency in Kenya. It has been observed that Rehabilitation centers are meant to make ... -
Managing ethnic conflicts in south Sudan: a case study of Jonglei state (2011-2013)
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Despite achieving her independence two years ago, South Sudan is affected by internal security challenges. The inter-communal violence in Jonglei State continues to deteriorate unabated with devastating effects in terms ... -
Radio and agricultural development: An influence assessment of the programme Mugambo Wa Murimi on farming practices of farmers in Gatanga Constituency.
(University of Nairobi, 2014-10)The purpose of this study was to assess the influence of the program Mugambo Wa Murimi on farming practices of farmers in Gatanga Constituency. The study also sought to investigate the perceptions and attitudes of the ... -
Sociocultural determinants of the choice of English language learning strategies among learners in Tanzania
(University of Nairobi, 2014)This study examined the sociocultural determinants of the choice of Language Learning Strategies by the learners of English in the Tanzanian context. The study had hypothesized that gender, religion and learning context ... -
Print media reporting of taxation issues in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Tax education is an essential issue that needs attention for any country working towards National development. The media has a role in educating and creating awareness on policy matters pertaining taxation to the society. ... -
The role of the church in promoting reconciliation in 2008-2013 post–election violence kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)In Kenya, the occurrence of ethnic- related conflicts seem to be recurrent. In light of this, the church has a critical call to appreciate and make use of her divine mission of fostering reconciliation in the society. ... -
Effects of specific destination marketing strategies employed by tour firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)This paper is a research work on specific destination marketing strategies employed by tour firms in Kenya.Kenya’s tourism activity has always been a high source of foreign exchange in Kenya. With regard to this, this ... -
Effect of audit committee characteristics on financial performance of companies listed at the nairobi securities exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The composition and character of the audit committee play significant role in influencing quality of an organization performance. However, very few studies have addressed or even shown how audit committee composition and ... -
Factors influencing the performance of public servants in Kenya: a case of Machakos county
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The study investigated the factors influencing the performance of public servants, in Machakos County. The legitimacy of any public service draws its breath from the capacity of responding to the needs of citizens in a ... -
Change management practices and performance Of Kenya revenue authority
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Organizations nowadays are under intense pressure to fundamentally change how they operate and do business if they are to ensure their survival and competitiveness. As organizations go through this motion it is important ...
