University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Design, Fabrication and Optimization of a Water-vapor Condenser
(University of Nairobi, 2018)A thermal desalination system that relies on solar energy for water evaporation is currently under development at the Institute of Nuclear Science and Technology (INST), University of Nairobi. The system uses the electrospray ... -
Strategic Management Practices And Performance Of Media Council Of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The Media Council of Kenya is an autonomous body that seeks to improve and protect media freedom and autonomy in Kenya and provide appropriate standards that control and direct journalists, practitioners and media enterprises. ... -
Assessing Institutional Repositories As Enabler Of Research Output In Academic Institutions In Kenya: The Case Of KCA University
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The study assessed the role of institutional repositories as enabler of research output in academic institutions in Kenya with special reference to KCA University. Objectives of the study were to: assess the level of ... -
International Entry Strategies Adopted by Kenya Oil Marketing Companies Within the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa
(university of nairobi, 2018)The need for improving operational efficiency and effectiveness is core to any organization that wants to grow and stay in business within a competitive market environment. For any firm to succeed, it needs to put a lot ... -
The Role of Social Media in the Feminist Discourse in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The purpose of this study was to investigate the role of social media in the feminist discourse in Kenya. The objectives of this study were to explore the perceptions of feminism among Kenyans on social media; to establish ... -
The Effect of Corporate Governance on Earnings Yield for Commercial Banks Listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The objective of the study was to determine how and the extent to which corporate governance at the eleven listed banks at the Nairobi Securities Exchange impacts the earnings yield. It also aimed at reviewing the increasing ... -
Effect Of Work Environment On Performance Of Large Manufacturing Firms In Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The general objective of the study was to establish the influence of work environmental on the performance of manufacturing firms in Nairobi County, Kenya. Specifically, the study sought to: - identify influence of physical ... -
Factors Influencing Implementation of Community Based Health Projects: a Case of Selected Health Centres in Wajir County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Project success depends on time, budget and deliverables as set prior to the commencement and the actual results. The Northern part of Kenya is characterized by spatial population who majorly rely on livestock and move ... -
The Influence Of Disarmament Strategies On Sustainable Security: Case Of West Pokot County
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Illegal possession of arms by civilians has proofed to be a challenge in regard to peace, security and governance in the affected areas. Therefore, this informs governments to carry out various disarmaments strategies ... -
Strategic Planning And Performance Contracting In Kenyan Owned Commercial State Corporations
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The happenings in the environment are key to success of an organization because every organization exists to serve the environment. Any change in the environment calls for a strategic response for both survival and growth. ... -
Effects of Product Innovations on the Financial Performance of Savings and Credit Societies Licensed by Sacco’s Societies Regulatory Authority in Kenya
(university of nairobi, 2018)Due to complex and dynamic environment SACCOs operate from, there is an evident force that contributes to failure of some of them and deteriorating growth for those that survive. This is due to numerous challenges that are ... -
Characteristics of Single Donor Funded Organizations and Their Effect on the Performance of a Non-governmental Organizations
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This study sought to establish how single donor funding in non-governmental organizations affects organizations performance, taking into consideration the characteristics of such NGOs. This interest was kindled by the ... -
Effect Of The One Stop Shop Model On Service Delivery Of Huduma Centers In Kenya: A Case Study Of Nakuru Center
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Kenya has had challenges with public service delivery including slow turnaround timelines in service delivery, substandard service quality, challenges with staff attitude in government institutions, and corruption cases ... -
Assessment of the Communication Strategies Used in Uptake of the Youth Enterprise Development Fund Initiative: Case of Nakuru County
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The purpose of this study was to assess the impact of existing communication strategies in the adoption of the Youth Enterprise Development Fund in Nakuru County. The study objectives were: to investigate the methods of ... -
Effect Of Alternative Banking Channels On Operational Efficiency Of Commercial Banks In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)There is a revolution in the banking sector worldwide; this has seen the banks embrace new technology as well as review of the governing regulations. Other banks are changing and embracing relationship management and ... -
The Effect of Interest Rate Capping on Market Capitalisation of Listed Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The capping of interest rate has affected various stakeholders either positively or negatively. Existing shareholders and potential investors are among the affected parties. Listed banks experienced a fall in share prices ... -
Assessing the Impact of Devolution on Gusii Women’s Participation in Electoral Politics in Kisii County
(University of Nairobi, 2018)he participation of women in politics has throughout the world been acknowledged as a significant measure of the status of women. In retrospect, women’s participation in electoral politics has increasingly received growing ... -
Effect of Corporate Governance on the Financial Performance of Companies Listed at Nairobi Securities Exchange
(university of nairobi, 2018)It is the responsibility of every corporation to ensure at all times good corporate governance practices since they are associated with high stakeholders returns. When entities uphold good moral business practices, they ... -
E-Commerce Adoption And Business Performance Of Automotive Firms In Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The study investigated the relationship between the adoption of e-commerce and the business performance of automotive firms in Nairobi, Kenya. The study sought to understand the extent of adoption, the related drivers and ... -
The Relationship Between Parent-child Communication on Sexuality and Sexual Risk Behaviors Among Adolescents in Kasarani, Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The study examined the relationship between sexuality communication between adolescents and their parents and sexual risk behaviors among adolescents in Kasarani sub-county, Nairobi County. Adolescence is a period where ...
