University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Klebsiella pneumoniae resistance pattern and patient outcomes at kenyatta national hospital intensive care unit from september 2013 to august 2017
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: Antimicrobial resistance is a growing concern globally. Antimicrobial resistance by gram-negative bacteria is of special concern in intensive care settings. At Kenyatta National Hospital, Klebsiella pneumoniae ... -
Challenges Facing Somali Women Refugees In Dadaab Refugee Camp, 1991-2016
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The purpose of the study is to explore the challenges facing Somali women refugees in Dadaab refugee camp. It should be noted from the onset that women and children consist of over 80 percent of the total population of ... -
The Effect of Internal Controls on the Financial Performance of Three Star Hotels in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The hospitality sector bears an extensive intriguing history starting with hotels, and inns, and developing into the hospitality sector. The purpose of the investigation is to verify the bearing of the internal controls ... -
Access to Forest Products and Support for Conservation: a Case of Malava Forest, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Many households are entirely dependent on natural capital for their livelihood activities, and forests, for a long time have provided this critical capital. Forest resources are important sources of livelihoods both for ... -
Effect Of Working Capital Management On The Financial Performance Of The Companies Listed At The Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The main goal for the paper was to establish the impact of working capital management on the financial performance of the companies quoted under the NSE of Kenya. The study period was a five-year period from 2013 to 2017. ... -
Assessing The Influence Of Rehabilitation Programs In Controlling Juvenile Delinquency In Kenya: A Case Study Of Dagoretti And Kabete Rehabilitation Schools
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Cases of crimes committed by juveniles have been increasing to the detriment of their education and health while imposing stress on the judicial system. Juveniles have also been reported to reoffend at high rates which ... -
Supplier Quality Management and Operational Performance of Cement Manufacturing Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Evolving customer needs have forced firms to rethink their strategies and devise more efficient and effective ways to achieve operational performance (OP). Supplier quality management (SQM) involves a different set of ... -
Organisational Culture and Operational Excellence of Agrochemical Firms in Nairobi
(university of nairobi, 2018)Organisational culture can significantly affect operational excellence in firms. Culture continues to define who we are, what we do and how we do it, irrespective of the type of culture, influenced by information. Culture ... -
Effect of Liquidity on Profitability of Non-financial Firms Listed at Nairobi Securities Exchange.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)One of the major objectives of a firm is to maximize profit and maintain high liquidity management. The most important part in administration of working capital is maintenance of its liquidity to fulfil its intended ... -
Matumizi Ya Taswira Katika Tamthilia Za Said Ahmed Mohamed: Pungwa, Kivuli Kinaishi Na Mashetani Wamerudi
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Mada ya utafiti huu ilikuwa kuchunguza matumizi ya taswira katika tamthilia za Pungwa, Kivuli Kinaishi na Mashetani Wamerudi. Madhumuni ya utafiti huu yalikuwa kuchunguza matumizi ya taswira katika tamthilia hizi na kuonyesha ... -
Socio Economic Factors Influencing Access to Reproductive Health Services Among Youth of Laikipia County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Access to reproductive health services by the youth is influenced by several factors. This study sought to assess the socio-economic determinants of youth’s access to reproductive health services in Laikipia County. The ... -
Effect of Corporate Governance Practices on Financial Performance of Firms Listed at Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The paper sought to investigate corporate governance on the performance of NSE listed companies at 31 December 2017. From a contextual perspective, the justification for studying this topic is premised on the fact that ... -
Influence of Customer Experience on Consumer Preference of Large Supermarkets in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Majority of firms excel in customer interactions but fails to pay sufficient attention to customers’ comprehensive experience on the buying procedures and post purchase evaluations. Firms that have perfected customer ... -
Assessment Of Disaster Preparedness Against Terror Attacks In Boarding Secondary Schools: A Case Of Public Boarding Secondary Schools In Githunguri Sub-County, Kiambu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The study was informed by the initial observation that terror activities targeting learning institutions are on the increase globally with some of the most recent incidences happening in the USA, Nigeria, Somalia, and in ... -
The Effects of Antituberculosis Drugs Side Effects on Treatment Adherence Among Tb Patients at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background: Side effects are one of the major causes that result to poor adherence of anti-TB treatment. Poor adherence could lead to prolonged treatment, drug resistance, treatment failure, increased morbidity and mortality ... -
Sustainable Procurement Practices and Performance of the County Government of Bomet
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The objectives of this study were to identify the sustainable procurement practices adopted by the County Government of Bomet, to find out the drivers of sustainable procurement practices by the County Government of Bomet, ... -
Factors Influencing Crime In The Urban Informal Settlements. A Case Study Of Kibra
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Around the world, violence and crime are increasingly being cited as a problem towards development, especially in urban locations. Violence and crime in urban locations do not occur spontaneously, but bound to occur due ... -
Influence Of Employee Commitment On The Relationship Between Corporate Values And Organizational Performance Of insurance Firms In Mombasa County
(University of Nairobi, 2018)In order to succeed in an organization as would be the wish of every employee in an organization there is need for high commitment to be present to the organization. Commitment implies the employee to an organization ... -
Impact of Value of Intangible Assets on Stock Returns for Companies Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Investments and manipulation of intangible assets have become the main source of economic value and wealth creation for many companies. One of the most important factor evaluated by investors prior to making an investment ... -
Institutional Reforms and Performance of National Security: a Case Study of National Police Service in Kenya Between 2008 and 2015
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Security institutional reforms have a direct influence on national security. This study therefore, investigated the impact NPS institutional reforms have on service delivery and professionalism, the role of oversight ...
