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The role of international non-governmental organisations in the promotion of the rule of law in Kenya
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2012)The study examines the contributions made by International Non-Governmental Organizations (INGOs) in the promotion of the rule of law in Kenya and it focuses on four organizations namely, Amnesty International, International ... -
A CRITICAL ANALYSIS OF THE AFRICAN PEER REVIEW MECHANISM (APRM) ON GOVERNANCE IN KENYA
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2006)The main purpose of this study was to carry out a critical analysis of the ',frican Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) on Governance in Kenya. A Combination of desk research and interviews with relevant informed key people in ... -
Adoption of Hydraform - Interlocking Stabilized Soil Blocks (Issbs) Building Technology and Its Impacts on Environment in Nakuru County
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2012)The world growing population poses major challenges to the efforts championed by various Governments' in facilitating access to affordable and adequate housing for their citizens and this is true in Kenya. For this reason, ... -
Headteachers' characteristics and their influence on their instructional supervision in public primary schools in Igonji Division Imenti South District, Meru Kenya
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2012)The education system in Kenya is examination oriented. The quality of education is seen in terms of the number of students passing national examinations (Eshiwani, 1993). The organizational management of schools greatly ... -
Influence of teachers' motivation on students' performance in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education in public secondary schools in Kwale County
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2012)The purpose of the study was to examine the influence of teachers' motivation on students' performance in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) in public secondary schools in Kwale County. To achieve this, four ... -
School based factors influencing headteachers' adoption of Information and Communication Technology in administration of Secondary schools in Makadara District, Kenya
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2012)The purpose of this study is to assess the school-based factors influencing adoption of ICT in administration of public secondary schools in Makadara district, Kenya, specifically to establish the availability of ICT ... -
Influence of drugs and substance abuse on discipline among students in technical training institutes in Nairobi County, Kenya
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2012)The purpose of the study was to investigate the influence of drug and substance abuse on discipline among students in Technical Training Institutes in Nairobi county. Four research questions and objectives were formulated ... -
Perception of the influence of guidance and couselling programme on students' performance at Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Kisii Central, Kenya
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2011)The provision of adequate and effective guidance and counseling services is crucial in education. Students need effective professional advice on appropriate study habits and techniques to perform effectively in National ... -
Effects of language of instruction on performance of refugee children in public primary schools in Starehe District, Kenya
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2012)The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of language of instruction on performance of refugee children in primary education in public primary schools in Starehe District. Specifically, the objectives of the ... -
Influence of classroom management on pre-school children's performance in language activities in Kuresoi district Nakuru county
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2012)This study, using descriptive survey research design, assessed the influence of class management on the performance of pre-schoolers in language learning. Specifically the study sought to explain the aspects of class ... -
The impact of regional integration on conflict resolution and peace building in Africa; a case study of the East Africa Community (2000-2010)
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2011)The main aim of the study is to investigate the impact of regional integration on conflict resolution and peace building in Africa; where a case study of the East Africa Community was taken as from 2000-2010. Against the ... -
The effects of television viewing on children's language development; the case for Wangige Division, Kabete District
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2012)The purpose ofthis study was to explore the effects of TV viewing on language development of preschool children in Wangige division Kabete District. The objectives of the study were: To determine whether language development ... -
Influence of school based factors on student performance in KCSE in public secondary schools in Masaba South district, Kisii County, Kenya
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2012)The purpose of this study was to establish the school based factors that influence performance of Kenya certificate of secondary examinations (KCSE) in Masaba South District. Four research objectives were formulated to ... -
Effects of headteachers' motivation on school achievements in public and private schools in Sabatia division, Vihiga district, Kenya
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2012)The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of motivation of headteachers on school achievement in Sabatia Division Vihiga County. The study sought to establish whether motivation of headteachers influence school ... -
Influence of teaching and learning materials on children performance in pre-schools in Borabu district, Nyamira County, Kenya
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2012)The purpose of the study was to examine the influence of the use of teaching and learning materials on children performance in pre-schools in Borabu District, Nyamira country. The following were objectives of the study: ... -
The Challenges of Curbing Corruption in Kenya; a Case of the Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2013)This study??™s objective was to assessthe challenges of curbing corruption in Kenya especially over the period from 2008 to 2012 with a focus on how the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has positioned itself to overcome ... -
THE EFFECTIVENESS OF PEACE KEEPING OPERATIONS (PKOs) IN AFRICA; THE CASE OF THE AFRICAN UNION MISSION IN SOMALL 2007-2012
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2013)A person??™s intention to act entreprenuerially is a strong predictor of entreprenuerial action such as going into self-employment. In the quest to explain causation for entreprenuerial intentions, the present study examined ... -
Femininity and Masculinity of Conflict; A Comparative Analysis of Somalia and Sudan Women’s Contribution to Peace Building
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2013)The study examines masculinity and femininity of conflict and specifically makes a comparative analysis of Somalia and South Sudan. Its main objective is to compare the effects of femininity and masculinity on women??™s ... -
The Role of IGAD in Facilitating the Participation of Women in Conflict Management; Case of Somalia, 1992 - 2006
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2013)After the cold war, there was an increase in intra-state conflicts in many African countries. The proliferation of weapons into these countries led to conflicts over both scarcity and abundance of natural resources in many ...
