University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Relationship Between Corporate Social Responsibility And Stock Return Of Commercial Banks Listed In The Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Firms have strived to revamp their CSR initiatives with an aim of positively influencing societies and environments within which they do business. Firms that have actively engaged in CSR, social good and ethical business ... -
Treatment Outcome and Its Associated Factors Among Multidrug-resistant (Mdr-tb) Pulmonary Tuberculosis Patients in Kenya- a Retrospective Cohort Study
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Introduction: Multidrug resistant tuberculosis is described as tuberculosis caused by a genetic variant of Mycobacterium Tuberculosis which is resistant to most potent anti-TB drugs i.e. isoniazid and rifampicin. Kenya is ... -
Narratological Examination Of The Narratee In Christopher Okemwa’S Sabina And The Mystery Of The Ogre And Sabina The Rain Girl.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This study set out to examine the narratee in Christopher Okemwa’s Sabina and the Mystery of the Ogre and Sabina the Rain Girl. The study analyses the narratee notion focusing on its definition, its signals and identification. ... -
Thyroid Hormone Profile in Ambulatory Heart Failure Patients Attending Adult Outpatient Clinic at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Thyroid disorder affects 5-10% of the general population and can contribute to heart failure (HF)............... -
An assessment of the Security of Interstate Pass as a travel document within the East African Community Region.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)To enhance free movement of people within the East African regional bloc, partner states have introduced interstate movement passes as regional travel documents. Issuance and use of travel documents involve security ... -
Determinants Of Pneumonia Associated Readmissions Among Children Aged Under Five Admitted At Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Pneumonia, according to WHO, is the leading single cause of mortality in children worldwide, accounting for 16% of all deaths of under five children globally, with 95% of these episodes occurring in developing ... -
Entrepreneurial Training and Performance of Micro and Small Enterprises Under Youth Employment Opportunities Project in Kisumu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Entrepreneurship training has been cited to promote innovativeness, risk taking, opportunity identification, business management, and technical skills development. This in turn leads to improvement in business performance. ... -
Effect of Financial Technology on Financial Performance of the Banking Industry in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)There has been an immense increase in financial technology utilization in the global financial sector. This has promoted efficiency in operations of the banking sector like the internet and electronic payment among others ... -
A study of the adoption and maintenance of green roofs as part of the Urban Green spaces for the City of Nairobi.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This research investigated green (vegetated) roofs in the city of Nairobi in terms of adoption and maintenance as part of the urban green spaces. The information drawn from worldwide studies show that vegetated roofs are ... -
The Effect of Monetary Policy Tools on Performance of Listed Banking Sector at the Nairobi Securities Exchange.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Effective monetary policy should promote return on investment and positive trend of share prices among listed companies. This calls for in-depth understanding of how monetary policies impact financial markets, which would ... -
The Role of Media in Conflict Management- a Case of 2017 General Elections in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The main purpose of this study was to establish the role of media in conflict management: a case of 2017 general elections in Kenya. Specifically, the study was set to determine the role media played in dispute resolution ... -
Assessment Of Household Land Size And Use For Sustainable Food And Livelihood Security In The Maize-Tea-Dairy Mixed Farming System: A Case Study Of Bogeche Sub Location In Kisii County
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This study investigates the impact of household land size and use on food and livelihood security in Bogeche sub location, Kisii County. The specific objectives of the study were as follows: to identify the current household ... -
Multi-channel Retailing Operations and Performance of Select Alcohol Manufacturing Companies in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The objective of the study was to investigate the effect of multichannel retailing operations on the performance of alcohol manufacturers in Nairobi, Kenya; with the multichannel operations being proxied by inventory, ... -
Effect of underwriting results on profitability of General Insurance Industry in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)General Insurance sector plays a very significant role in Kenyan and global economy, over the few years however, the sector has experienced decline in profitability in Kenya despite indicating growth year on year according ... -
An Empirical Assessment Of Technical Efficiency In The Kenya Sugar Industry: Data Envelopment Analysis (Dea) Approach
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The sugar industry in Kenya has been struggling and falls behind competitively produced sugar from COMESA and non-COMESA countries like Brazil. The key challenges facing the industry include high cost of production, low ... -
Molecular Characterization Of Acute And Chronic Hepatitis B Virus Among Patients Attending Selected Hospitals In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Hepatitis B Virus accounts for majority of liver related deaths in the world with 2 billion persons infected worldwide. It’s primarily transmitted through contact with body fluids of the infected person. The ... -
Influence Of Provision Of Free Maternal Health Care Program On Maternal Mortality Rates In Kisii County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Kenya has long suffered from high maternal morbidity and mortality rates. Recent estimates set the maternal mortality rate at 488 deaths per 100,000 live births, well above the MDG target of 147 per 100,000 live births ... -
Public Water Supplies, Water Policy and Management of Multifaceted Water Resources in Mathare Slums, Nairobi City County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The statement of the problem of the study was to investigate the water supply sector which appears to focus more on supply oriented provision that is done through expansion of physical access instead of focusing beyond ... -
The Impact of Electoral Violence on National Security: a Case Study of Nakuru County
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Up to date, historical grievances remain unanswered, especially regarding land distribution, as a crucial reason for violence in Kenya. In the current Central and Rift Valley, the colonial government confiscated much of ... -
Development Of Capital Equipment And Sourcing For National Security: A Case Of Kenya Defence Forces
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Ministry of Defence procures capital equipment to service the national military strategy as an aspect of national interest. These procurements are pivotal and prioritized based on fleeting needs and budgetary constraints ...
