University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Growth in Energy Demand and Supply and Its Implications for Achieving an Inclusive Green Economy in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The study modeled Kenya’s electricity demand and supply as well as the associated greenhouse gases emissions up to the year 2030. The study was prompted by the concern on Kenya’s plan to expand the exploitation of non-renewable ... -
Evaluation of Performance of Small Ruminants in Smallholder Climate Smart Villages of Lower Nyando, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The productivity of small ruminants in developing countries remains low although the animals play an integral role in the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. Current information on their productive performance and contribution ... -
Strengthening corporate governance at the independent electoral and boundaries commission (''IEBC'')
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Ein Kritischer Vergleich Der Übersetzung Afrikanischer Lieder in Zwei Deutschen Ausgaben Am Beispiel Von Ngũgĩ Wa Thiong‘os Roman „petals of Blood“
(university of Nairobi, 2020)The translation of metaphors from one language and culture to another is problematic, and therefore requires a lot of competence from the translators. This study analyzed the loss in meaning and the change in metaphorical ... -
Prevalence of proximal tubular dysfunction in ambulatory HIV infected clients on 1st line HAART attending the Mater comprehensive care clinic
(university of Nairobi, 2020)BACKGROUND Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (TDF), is now a widely used component of antiretroviral regimens owing to its high potency and acceptable safety profile. Multiple randomized clinical trials have shown low incidence ... -
Influence of Organizational support on commitment of Non-Teaching Staff at the University of Nairobi
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The Persuasive Devices in William Ruto’s Political Speeches a Relevance TheoreticThe Persuasive Devices in William Ruto’s Political Speeches a Relevance Theoretic Approach Approach
(2020)The aim of this study was to explore the general effects and effectiveness of humour and rhetorical questions as persuasive strategies in selected speeches of William Ruto. The study focused on the identification and ... -
Promoting peace and security in Africa: impact of small arms and light weapons in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)In full appreciation of the multiplicity of challenges afflicting the African Continent, this study focusses on the promotion of peace and security in Africa, with an assessment of the impact of illicit SALW in Kenya. ... -
Applying the human based approach to the protection of child participants in armed conflicts, the case of somali
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Effect of Corporate Social Responsibility on Financial Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Central in the field of finance is financial performance. “The need to explain how two firms operating within the same environment perform differently is a concern and several research works in finance have been devoted ... -
Effectiveness of density sorting in reducing aflatoxin b1 and fumonisins in maize grain
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Mycotoxins such as aflatoxins and fumonisins are prevalent contaminants of maize, which is a major staple food in Kenya. Aspergillus flavus, Aspergillus parasiticus and Fusarium verticilloides are the major producers of ... -
The Effect of Socially Responsible Investment on Financial Performance of Non-financial Firms Listed at Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The study intended to establish the effect of socially responsible investment on financial performance of non-financial firms listed at the Nairobi securities exchange, Kenya. The study used a descriptive cross sectional ... -
Assessing the Efficacy in the Regulation of recreational noise pollution in emerging Urban Centres in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Introduction: Trauma is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Neck injuries are on the rise with the morbidity and mortality experienced from these injuries being very significant. Objective: To ... -
Influence of Street Connected Children Rehabilitation Projects on Development of Holistic Children in Kenya: a Case of Kilifi County.
(university of Nairobi, 2020)The main purpose of this study was to examine the influence of street connected children rehabilitation projects on developing holistic children in Kenya; a case of Kilifi County. The study was guided by the following four ... -
Sepsis Prediction From Complete Blood Count Components
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background. Sepsis is a clinical syndrome that defines human body reaction to infection by microbial pathogens. Sepsis is a major healthcare problem around the world with significant mortality. Timely and correct management ... -
Supply Chain Management Strategies and Performance of the Kenya Revenue Authority
(university of Nairobi, 2020)Supply chain management strategies has direct, positive impact on organizational performance since it is an important foundation for formulation of procutement strategies to achieve superior performance driven by supply ... -
Big Data Analytics and Supply Chain Performance of Network Facilities Providers in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Big data analytics (BDA) has become a very important concept in light of the ever increasing generation of data in the world. BDA has various applications one of which is supply chain performance (SCP) through techniques ... -
Assessing the Efficacy in the Regulation of recreational noise pollution in emerging Urban Centres in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)One of the numerous sources of noise in emerging rural towns in our counties is recreational noise from entertainment joints. With the continued rise in noise pollution, a country cannot make a big step in terms of ... -
Age Related Factors and Other Social Determinants That Influence Maternal Deaths at Two Expansive Slums in Nairobi Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background; Approximately 830 women die every day from complications related to child birth or pregnancy globally. It is projected that 99% of these deaths mostly occur in low-resource settings. In Kenya, according to the ... -
The Influence of Indirect Distribution Channels on Retailer Restocking Decisions of Hair Products in Selected Retail Outlets Within Nairobi Central Business District
(university of Nairobi, 2020)Retailer restocking decision is a key strategy in marketing that ensures customers access good a and services yet still faces challenges associated with distribution channels. Distribution channels are characterized by ...
