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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 ... -
The Incidence and Determinants of Job Search Channels Among Youth in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This study examined the incidence and determinants of channels used by youth in Kenya. Understanding youth choices of job search channels is important because of the possible implications of outcomes in the labour market ... -
Project Appraisal Practices and Performance of Commercial Office Space Projects in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The purpose of conducting project appraisal in commercial office space projects is to determine its viability and compatibility regarding the financial, economic, market, and technical aspects. Commercial office projects ... -
The Cos Method for European Options in the Normal Inverse Gaussian Framework
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The goal of this project is to explore the application of the Fourier-cosine expansion (COS) method within the framework of the Normal Inverse Gaussian (NIG) distribution for pricing European options, the COS-NIG model. ... -
An Assessment of Public Awareness of Kenya Vision 2030
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The Kenya Vision 2030 Delivery Board (VDB) is mandated to market Vision 2030 aggressively, publicize it, and communicate its activities and achievements to the public. Despite the much the VDB has achieved, there is a lack ... -
Innovation Strategy and Performance of Social Enterprises in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The objective0.of this study0.was to establish the0.effect of innovation strategy on the0.performance of social enterprises in0.Kenya. It was based on social innovation and Schumpeter’s innovation theories. This study ... -
Strategic Responses to the Covid-19 Pandemic by Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The objective of this study was to determine the strategic responses adopted by banks during the COVID-19 pandemic era, focusing on their adaptability and resilience in the face of unprecedented challenges. The study was ...
