University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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The relationship between liquidity risk and failure of commercial banks in kenya
(Horizon Research Publishing corporation, 2018)This study sought to establish the relationship between liquidity risk and failure of commercial banks in Kenya in the years 2013 to 2016. Additionally, the study endeavoured to establish the effect of capital adequacy, ... -
Predialysis care experience among patients with CKD at a Teaching Hospital in Kenya.
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(RE)CONSTRUCTION OF IMAGERY AND IDENTITY OF SELF IN NARRIYAH WAHEED’S, SALT.
(UoN, 2019)This research investigates how the self uses identity and images that permits us to produce, transform or manipulate representation of the self and how through rhetorical language, language, symbols and signs enables the ... -
Assessing the Legal Measures That Promote Breastfeeding in Kenya
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Enforcement of Directors’ Duty to Promote Success of a Company: a Focus on the Banking Sector
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Reform of the Public Private Partnerships Regulatory Framework in Kenya: the Case of Privately Initiated Investment Proposals
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Associations Between Early Childhood Caries, Malnutrition and Anemia: A Global Perspective
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: Malnutrition is the main risk factor for most common communicable diseases. The aim of this study is to determine the relationship between country-level prevalence of early childhood caries (ECC), malnutrition ... -
Monitoring and Evaluation Work Plan on Provision of Curative and Preventive Tuberculosis Healthcare Services in Institutions of Public Health in Kisumu County, Kenya
(2020-01-16)This research was focused on assessing how monitoring and evaluation work plan influence provision of curative and preventive tuberculosis healthcare practices in institutions of public health in Kisumu County, Kenya. The ... -
Anti-inflammatory Flavanones and Flavones from Tephrosia linearis
(ACS, 2020-03-10)Phytochemical analysis of a methanol–dichloromethane (1:1) extract of the aerial parts of Tephrosialinearis led to the isolation of 18 compounds. Seven of these, namely, lineaflavones A–D (1–4), 6-methoxygeraldone (5), ... -
Understanding the emergence and evolution of pastoral community groups from the perspective of community members and external development actors in northern Kenya
(JARTS, 2018)Whereas there is abundance of information on community groups that engage in income generation in rural agricultural and peri-urban areas, information on community groups in pastoral areas still remains scarce. However, ... -
Can calcium sprays alleviate jelly seed in mango fruits?
(JARTS, 2020-03-27)Jelly seed is a major challenge in mango production leading to enormous losses in the value chain. This internal fruit disorder is characterised by disintegration of cells, consistency of jelly and broken cells. Calcium ... -
Effect of time of Azolla incorporation and inorganic fertilizer application on growth and yield of Basmati rice
(© Academic Journals, 2020-03-31)7 Azolla tissue contains 5% N, which is slowly released into the soil upon decomposition. Timing of incorporation is therefore important for maximum benefit to a crop. The effect of time to incorporate Azolla biomass on ... -
Tillage Method and Residual N, P, K, Zn, B, Mg, Ca, and S Nutrients Effect on Growth and Yield of Dry Bean Grown after the Harvest of Maize
(NST, 2020)Common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) production is constrained majorly by drought and low soil fertility in Kenya. These limitations have never been adequately approached due to financial challenges and lack of better ... -
Genetic inheritance of photoperiod sensitivity in Runner bean (Phaseolus coccineous L.)
(Southern Cross Publishers, 2019)Lack of information on the mode of inheritance of photoperiod sensitivity is a constraint to genetic improvement of tropically adapted vegetable runner bean. This study was conducted to determine the inheritance of short-day ... -
Biochemical composition of pigeonpea genotypes in Kenya
(Southern Cross Publishers, 2019)Pigeonpea is an important crop in semi-arid tropics and sub-tropics. The improvement and utilization of this crop in East Africa can enhance food and nutrition security. A study was carried out to examine variation in ... -
In vitro activity of plant extracts against some important plant pathogenic fungi of tomato
(2017)ndiscriminate use of synthetic pesticides has resulted in loss of access to niche markets due to presence of chemical residues in fresh vegetable produce. There is need for safe alternatives to synthetic pesticides in ... -
Genotype by environment analysis of rice (Oryza sativa L.) populations under drought stressed and well-watered environments
(Southern Cross Publishers, 2020)In Kenya, the key abiotic stress affecting rice production is drought stress which is experienced mainly during reproductive phase of the crop. This study evaluated the performance of Kenyan rice populations including 19 ... -
Maize (zea mays l.) growth and yield response to tillage methods and fertilizer combinations in the Midland Agro-ecological Zones of Kenya
(TST, 2020-01)The trials were set up in Busia, Embu and Kirinyaga Counties to assess the effect of tillage methods and application of different fertilizer combinations on maize productivity in the lower and upper midland agro-ecological ... -
Regulating Property Rights to Ensure Sustainable Management of Wetlands in Kenya
(university of nairobi, 2010)This study explores the linkages between property rights and the conservation and wise use of wetlands in Kenya. The aim is to demonstrate that existing property rights regimes and rules for their regulation do not ...
