University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Prevalence of Metabolic Bone Disease Among Preterm Infants Using Biochemical Markers at 6 Weeks Post Natal Age at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background Over the past 20 years, there has been an increase in the survival of infants born prematurely as a result of better newborn care and facilities. Preterms are at increased risk of various problems including ... -
The Influence of Online Service Quality on Customer Perception of Performance of the National Transport and Safety Authority, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Online transactions continue to gain popularity across the world, partly as a result of the rising economic pressures compelling organizations to develop such platforms as a strategy for sustainable corporate performance. ... -
Factors Influencing Effective Implementation of Strategic Change in National Hospital Insurance Fund, Kenyaa
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The topic of the study was factors influencing effective implementation of strategic change in National Hospital Insurance Fund, Kenya. The aim of the study was to identify the factors that influence effective implementation ... -
The Prevalence and Factors Associated With Gastroesophageal Reflux Related Symptoms in Infants at the Maternal Child Health Clinic, Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Gastroesophageal reflux (GER) occurs when there is passage into the oesophagus or oropharynx, of stomach contents. It may be accompanied by vomiting. This occurrence is physiological among infants. Regurgitation is a ... -
Influence Of Pastoralists’ Drought Management Practices On Their Livelihoods: A Case Of Isiolo North Subcounty
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The pastoralists communities mostly inhabiting the ASALs regions have been affected by drought since their economic activity is livestock keeping which is affected by drought due to lack of rainfall that reduces water ... -
Effect of Board Diversity on Corporate Social Responsibility of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(university of nairobi, 2018)The main objective of the study was to determine the effect of board diversity on corporate social responsibility of commercial banks in Kenya with specific reference on how proportion of shares held by unknown shareholders, ... -
Role of Business Ethics in Competitive Advantage of Safaricom Limited in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Today’s organizations are competing on the forefront of intense completion at a global level and global expansion has necessitated the need for ethical considerations given the interaction of diverse cultures and socio-economic ... -
Supply Chain Integration And Operational Performance Of Large Scale Manufacturing Firms In Kenya
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Proportion of Variant Anatomy of the Circle of Willis and Association With Other Vascular Anomalies on Cerebral Ct Angiography
(University of Nairobi, 2018)BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE There is a wide variation in the anatomy of the CW in different individuals and population groups. Knowledge of variant anatomy of the circle of Willis is important for general radiologists, ... -
Process Improvement Tools, Techniques and Operational Performance of Manufacturing Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Process improvement is a necessity for many organizations both locally and globally as they commit to be effective and efficient for survival in the competitive markets. Company strategy, Process Improvement Tools and ... -
The Effects of External Audit Quality on the Financial Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(university of nairobi, 2018)The objective of this study was to find out the correlation between external audit quality and financial performance of commercial banks in Kenya. The specific objectives were: to evaluate the effect of auditor independence ... -
The Impact of Interest Rate Capping on Credit Accessibility –a Case of Small and Medium Enterprises in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This research project was set to study the impact of interest rate capping on credit accessibility-a case study of SMEs in Nairobi County. Interest rate capping refers to the setting of a controlled lending interest rate ... -
Growth Strategies Used by Top 100 Smes in Business Environment in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Kenya business environment have been essential to economic growth. They have employed the majority of the working population and also grown to be large companies in certain sectors. ... -
Seroprevalence of Human Herpesvirus 8 and Selected Associated Factors Among Blood Donors at Two Blood Donor Centres in Nairobi, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: Human Herpesvirus 8 (HHV8), also known as Kaposi sarcoma associated herpes virus (KSHV) has been isolated as the causative virus for all types of Kaposi sarcoma (KS); endemic, classic, epidemic and transplant ... -
Inventory Management and Organizational Performance of Cement Manufacturing Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The main objective of the study was to determine the effect of inventory management practices and organizational performance of the Cement manufacturing Firms in Kenya. The specific objectives of the study were; to establish ... -
Prevalence of Readmission and Early Mortality of Late Preterm Infants Compared to Term Infants at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: Late preterm neonates account for 62% of all preterm births in Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH). They are often the size and weight of some term neonates. Because of this, they may be treated by parents, care ... -
Micro-credit and Poverty Reduction Among Self Help Groups Within Kisumu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Micro-credit is an informal source of revenue that was established to bridge the gap between Commercial banks and Formal Micro-finance institutions with an objective of providing small loans to the poor who were discriminated ... -
Influence Of Cash Management Practices On Financial Performance Of Agribusiness Projects: A Case Of Youth Empowerment In Sustainable Agriculture Project, Trans Nzoia County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The study seeks to investigate Cash Management Practices influence on the financial performance of Agribusiness projects in Trans Nzoia County Kenya. Efficient cash management involves the determination of the optimal cash ... -
Influence Of Public Participation On Solid Waste Management In Kitale Town, Trans-Nzoia County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Towns in developing countries are facing a double dilemma. On one hand, the urban population is growing rapidly causing a huge increase in demand for solid waste management services. On the other hand the local governments ... -
Influence Of Marketing Strategies On Customer Retention In Fast Moving Consumer Goods Companies:a Case Of Kenchic Processing Plant Limited In Kiambu County, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Kenchic has been n market leader for years, the reports for financial year 2015-2016 the market share was 78% in but in 2017-2018 the market share reduced to 62%. This state of affairs is indeed alarming, various factors ...
