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Effects of cross border conflict on community development along Nyando, Nyamira, Rachuonyo and Belgut Districts, Kenya
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2010)Conflict is natural and it is a daily occurrence in human life thus generally seen as part and parcel of human body. It is a situation in which the concerns of two or more individuals appear to be incompatible based on ... -
Community Policing in Kenya: a study of practice in Kahawa Sukari estate in Nairobi County
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2010)The study sought to establish the community policing practices at Kahawa Sukari Estate in Nairobi. Though the residents are aware of the concept of community policing, the study sought to find out how it is practiced. There ... -
An evaluation of free primary education on the quality of learning in public primary schools: a case of selected public primary schools in Mombasa municipality
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2010)In the year 2003 the Kenyan Government implemented Free Primary Education in all the Public Primary Schools in the whole republic. This was in response to numerous concerns like the desire to combat ignorance, disease and ... -
STRATEGIES IN THE PREVENTION OF SEXUAL EXPLOITATION OF CHILDREN IN THE TOURISM SECTOR IN NORTH COAST, MOMBASA
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2010)The Tourism Industry has been recognized by the Kenyan Government as one of the key sectors that will drive the country's economy in order to achieve Vision 2030 which is the strategic plan for the period 2008 to 2030. ... -
Factors influencing transition of pupils from primary to post-primary education: a case of Mashuru division, Central Kajiado District, Kenya
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2010)As countries in Africa move towards achieving the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and Education for All (EF A), Kenya has demonstrated a leading example in the provision of free primary education for all. However, it ... -
The Role of the United Nations Peacekeeping Operation in Conflict Mitigation: a Case Study of Sudan (2005-2018)
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2019)Sudan has been blessed with abundance of natural resources which ranges from fertile land to oil. However this sector has been abused in the region and it has led to conflict and disagreements in the region. The link between ... -
The effect of free primary education on girls enrollment and participation in primary schools of Balambala Division Garissa County
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2010)In spite of a national aim to achieve Education for All, basic education remains an elusive dream for many Kenyans, particularly girls in arid and semi-arid lands (ASAL). This study explored the effect of Free Primary ... -
An investigation of police preparedness and experience in management of disaster incidents: a case study of police in Nairobi
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2010)Throughout generations and civilizations, humanity has been confronted by natural catastrophes, and man-made hazards that often lead to suffering and fatalities. Throughout history, disasters have inflicted a heavy cost ... -
Relationship between teacher characteristics and effectiveness of project method in pre-schools in Kikuyu District, Kenya
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2010)The purpose of the study was to investigate the relationship between teacher characteristics and the effectiveness of project method of teaching. The study was guided by the motivation (Maslow, 1970) and constructivist ... -
Evaluation of the effectiveness of pre-school curriculum in promoting environmental conservation and sustainability ethics in Kiambaa District, Kenya
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2010)Degradation of the environment caused by unsustainable use of resources is a global concern. Environmental education is a vital tool in the development of enlightened opinion and responsible actions towards the environment. ... -
Community challenges affecting the implementation of free primary education programme in Kaloleni District, Coast province
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2010)The purpose of the study was to investigate the challenges affecting the implementation of free primary education in Kaloleni district of Coast province. The objectives of the study were to: investigate the level of community ... -
Influence of motivation on teachers' performance in secondary schools in Uriri District Nyanza Province, Kenya
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2010)One of the major issues in education in the world today is the influence of motivation on teachers' performance at work. However, in a number of countries where research on teachers' motivation have been done such as ... -
Representation politics & legislator re-electability in Kenya : the case of Alogo & Bondo constituencies
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2010)Parliament has an important role to play in modem governments. The key functions of parliament are legislation, oversight and representation. The study looks at the representational role of parliament in Kenya. It explores ... -
Understanding cattle-rustling in Northen Rift Valley region of Kenya : political economy of cattle rustling in Kenya 1997-2007
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2010)This study examines the problem posed by cattle-rustling in Northern Rift Valley region of Kenya CNRV)I. It responds to two critical questions; what political, economic and social factors predispose people in NRV to rustling; ... -
The management of internal conflicts through peace support operations : a case study of UN exit from Burundi
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2010)This study examines the dynamics that led to the exit of the United Nation (UN) mission in Burundi. The study revolves around the theoretical framework put forth by idealists that world security can be ensured collectively ... -
The principle of non-interferance in international relations : a comparison of OAU and AU practices
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2010)This study investigates the relevance of the principle of non-interference in internal affairs of a sovereign state provided for in the UN, the AU and its predecessor the defunct DAD. The practices of the DAU and AU in the ... -
Effects of the Settlement of Somali along Kenya’s Highways; the case of Namanga Highway- 1995-2010
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2019)This project seeks to investigate the actual and potential factors that encourage the settlement of Somali along the Namanga Highway and effects of this settlement thereof. Focusing on the factors such as conducive trading ... -
Track two diplomacy in environmental security in the Nile Basin
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2010)This study examines the role of track two diplomacy in environmental security in the Nile basin. It analyses the study under three themes namely; security, track two diplomacy, and environmental security in the Nile basin. ... -
An examination of the role of women in negotiation processes in Southern Sudan: a case of the 2005 Machakos/Naivasha peace process
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2010)This dissertation contends that despite bearing the highest brunt of violence, it is imprecise to relegate all women to the status of victims of war and conflict. Consequently the study argues that women deserve a place ... -
The challenges of implementing International Humanitarian Law of Non-International Armed Conflicts: a case study of Kenya 2007 post election conflict
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2010)Despite almost universal ratification of international Humanitarian Law of Armed Conflicts by states, the implementation of this law on the ground reveals a different situation. IHL has been violated in the course of waging ...
