University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Morphometry Of The Proximal Femur In A Kenyan Population: Relevance To Component Placement In Total Hip Arthroplasty.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The morphometry of the proximal femur has an influence on the morphology and therefore the biomechanic of the hip joint...... -
Influence of Accelerator Programs to the Growth of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (Msmes) Supported by Tony Elumelu Foundation- Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The study sought to investigate the influence accelerator programs have had on the growth of MSMEs supported by Tony Elumelu Entrepreneurship Program by carrying out an in-depth study of the specific businesses that have ... -
Eine Untersuchung Des Potenzials Der Digitalen Medien Bei Der Vermittlung Der Landeskunde an Sekundarschulen in Kenia.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)German is one of the foreign languages offered in secondary schools in Kenya. The learning and teaching of German focuses on the four skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. The need to sensitize the learners ... -
The Socio-economic Benefits of Wakulima Commercial Savings and Credit Cooperative Ltd to Its Membership in Nyeri County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Two-thirds of the Kenyan population directly or indirectly benefit from a co-operative movement. There are 14,000 registered cooperatives of which 5000 are SACCOs. SACCOs are recognized as one of the most crucial as well ... -
Prevalence and Risk Factors of Voice Disorders Among Primary School Teachers and Non Teaching Staff in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Teachers are part of a special group of voice users described as professional voice users. The profession requires the frequent use of the voice at an elevated volume for long hours. This makes teachers more ... -
Foreign direct investment, export and economic growth: Evidence from East African community countries.
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The role of public diplomacy in influencing foreign relations in East Africa: A case study of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This study analyses the role of public diplomacy in influencing foreign relations in East Africa; a case study of Kenya. This research study will be guided by the following objectives;1) To assess the role of Kenya’s public ... -
`Factors influencing radicalization among Youth in Urban settlements in Mathare Sub-County, Nairobi Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Radicalization is globally associated with youth mainly Muslim males, who get lured into acts of terrorism and extreme violence. The purpose of this study was to examine factors influencing radicalization among youth in ... -
The relationship between financial reporting quality and firm value of companies listed at the Nairobi securities exchange
(UoN, 2020)The financial information that the market participant considers organizational issues as an important resource reduces information asymmetry existing amongst the investors, management, regulators amongst other stakeholder. ... -
A Case Study on the Application of Alternative Dispute Resolution Mechanisms in the Nandi-luo Communities’ Border Conflict
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The study explores the use of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms in the Nandi-Luo communities’ conflict. The study identified that the application of ADR mechanisms has not yielded a permanent solution between ... -
The Impact of Technology on the Efficiency of Correctional Services in Africa:a Case Study of Kenya
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Diversification Of External Sources Of Financing Development In Africa: Impact Of Kenya’S Relation With India And China
(University of Nairobi, 2020)African countries face varied complex issues that the western countries have failed to address since independence. However, after the end of the cold war, there was a high transformation in the aid architecture, with the ... -
Communication Cues in Marriage Conflicts- a Case Study of Middle-class Couples in Embakasi Constituency in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The study focused on communication cues in marriage conflicts among middle-class couples in Embakasi Constituency in Nairobi County. The study was guided by four main objectives: To investigate the verbal and non-verbal ... -
Participation of Students in Improving Strategic Planning and Performance for Academic Libraries in Kenya- Case of University of Nairobi Law Libraries
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The aim of this research project was to investigate the participation of students at improving strategic planning and performance for academic libraries using the case of the university of Nairobi law libraries. The ... -
A Comparative Study on Presentation of Vulval Cancer in Patients Below 50 Years and at 50 Years and Above at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Vulval cancer is uncommon and is known to predominantly affect elderly women. However, the emerging trend of affection of younger women is worrying, therefore, needs to be investigated. Recent years have shown an increase ... -
Challenges Of Sustainable Maritime Security In Africa: A Case Of The Tanzania-Malawi Dispute
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Challenges of sustainable maritime security in Africa: a case of the Tanzania-Malawi dispute is the research project trying to find solution on the border dispute between “Tanzania and Malawi” on Lake Nyasa. This project ... -
Determining the Existence of Calendar Anomalies on Stock Returns at the Nairobi Securities Exchange Market- Pre and Post the 2015 Reforms
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Random movements of stock returns have been studied since the introduction of the Efficient Market Hypothesis in the 1960s. Particularly, a range of stock calendar anomalies such as the Monday effect, the incredible January ... -
Short Term Outcomes in Neonates With Acute Kidney Injury on Peritoneal Dialysis in Renal Unit at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) is commonly seen in neonates and is associated with other comorbidities. Peritoneal dialysis (PD) has been the preferred modality of renal replacement therapy because it is easy to use, cheap and ... -
Accuracy of ultrasound-guided versus palpation-guided biopsy of palpable breast masses in women at Kenyatta National Hospital: a randomized controlled trial
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background: Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in women. More than 90 percent of patients presenting to Kenyatta National Hospital with complaints of breast disease have a palpable breast mass. The American ... -
Estimation of Childhood Mortality in Kenya Using the 2015/2016 Kenya Integrated Household and Budget Survey
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Childhood mortality is one of the key indicators used in determining both the general and national socio-economic development, such as resource allocation and policymaking, among other uses. This can only be achieved by ...
