University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Strategic Positioning and Sustainable Competitive Advantage in the Telecommunications Industry, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)With market liberalization, competition has intensified in Kenya's telecom industry. Firms must adopt positioning strategies to survive. This study examined how strategic positioning impacts sustainable competitive advantage. ... -
Safety and Quality of Fresh Fruit Juices Sold by Street Vendors in Nyeri County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Street vending of foods is on the rise because consumers are increasingly looking for cheap and convenient alternatives to mainstream foods. As such, fruit juices have become one of the major street foods vended as they ... -
Meaning Shifts of Culture-specific Expressions - a Case Study of Facebook
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This research aimed to find out the effects of the meaning shifts of culture-specific content on Facebook. Therefore, it intended to explore linguistic, cultural and grammatical similarities between English and Kiswahili, ... -
Effect of Taxation on Financial Performance of Telecommunication Companies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This study delved into a comprehensive analysis of the influence of taxation on the financial performance of telecommunication companies in Kenya. Its overarching goal was to determine the effects of corporate income tax, ... -
Project Management Practices and Implementation of Mogombet Water Supply Project in Bomet County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The motivation for this investigation stemmed from the observation that numerous water projects in the county fell short of meeting the criteria for effective project execution due to inadequate project management ... -
Patterns of Audience Engagement and Consumption of Maasai Radio Broadcasts: an Analysis of Mayian Fm and Nosim Fm
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The study aimed at analysing the factors influencing the quality of content generated vernacular radio stations Mayian FM and Nosim FM. Specifically, the study aimed at establishing the influence of cultural values, ... -
Intimate Partner Violence and Mental Health Issues Among Young Women in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This study explored intimate partner violence (IPV) and mental health issues among young women in Nairobi County. Specifically, it sought to determine the different types of IPV experienced by young women IPV survivors in ... -
Examining the Effects of Under-five Child Nutritional Status on Household Catastrophic Health Expenditures in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Malnutrition has been shown to have a significant impact on household health expenditures, leading to catastrophic health expenditures (CHE). Given the higher prevalence of under-five malnutrition in Kenya, there is a need ... -
The Role of Information and Communication Technology (Ict) in Market Information Access Among Smallholder Potato Farmers in Buuri Sub County, Meru County. A Case Study of Viazisoko Digital Platform.
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Agriculture plays a very significant role in social economic development of most African countries. The sector is a key contributor to economic growth, employment creation, and foreign exchange earnings. Despite the critical ... -
An Assessment of User Perceptions and Experiences of Urban Green Spaces in Nairobi, Kenya: the Case of Jevanjee Gardens and Nairobi Arboretum
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The rapid urbanization in developing regions, particularly in Asia and Africa, has sparked concerns regarding the decreasing availability of urban green spaces, as well as their usage. This study aimed to evaluate the user ... -
Marketing Communication Strategies and Performance of Hotels in Mombasa County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Companies in today's dynamic economic climate must respond to globalization, technological advancement, and intense rivalry if they want to retain their market leadership positions. Given these changes, companies need to ... -
Internet of Things and Supply Chain Performance of Large Manufacturing Firms in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This research investigates the adoption and impact of Internet of Things (IoT) technology on supply chain performance within Nairobi, Kenya's manufacturing sector. The study explores the integration of real-time data, ... -
An Analysis of the Efficacy of the UN Peacekeeping Mission: Case Study - DRC
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Africa and the Democratic Republic of the Congo in particular are not an exception to the UN's crucial role in maintaining peace and security around the world. Notable cases have been recorded where wars have been managed, ... -
Role of Communication in the Surrogacy Industry in Kenya: the Case of Nairobi In-vitro Fertility Center, Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This study set out to investigates the role of communication in the Kenya in Vitro Fertilization Centre, focusing on surrogacy regulations. The study objectives were to examine messages from surrogacy agencies and stakeholders ... -
Internet of Things and Supply Chain Performance of Large Manufacturing Firms in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This research investigates the adoption and impact of Internet of Things (IoT) technology on supply chain performance within Nairobi, Kenya's manufacturing sector. The study explores the integration of real-time data, ... -
State Responsibility in Combating Transnational Crime: a Case Study of Kenya’s Response to Human Trafficking
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Human trafficking, also referred to as ‘Trafficking in Persons’, is a vice that has presented itself in many forms over the years and continues to plague societies. In spite of public awareness and efforts undertaken by ... -
Influence of Information and Communication Technology Integration in School Operations on Students’ Academic Achievements in Secondary Schools in Kamukunji Constituency in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Integrating ICT in curriculum of every secondary school is very significant because it assists in streamlining the school operations. The government of Kenya has taken the decision to provide public secondary schools ... -
Cattle Rustling and Insecurity: a Case Study of Baringo County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Cattle rustling has been identified as a major cause of insecurity in the Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASAL) regions of Kenya. In order to address this issue, the government has taken several measures, such as establishing ... -
Modeling Factors Influencing Career-job Mismatch in Kenya: a Case of Ncba Banks in Mombasa County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The rate of unemployment is shocking in Kenya; many youthful individuals who should be working find themselves unemployed even after earning college degrees. Because of their dissatisfaction over the high unemployment rate, ... -
Safety of Peripheral Intravenous Administration of Vasopressor Agents in Resource-limited Settings
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Vasopressors are conventionally administered through a central venous catheter (CVC) and not through a peripheral venous catheter (PVC) since the latter is believed to be associated with an increased risk of ...
