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Global Governance in the Promotion of International Security: a Case Study of the United Nations.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The statement of the problem of this study was to establish the global governance in the promotion of international security with reference to the United Nations. Challenge of global governance for the world to produce ... -
Detection of helicobacter pylori using immunohistochemistry at the Kenyatta National Hospital histopathology laboratory
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Background: Helicobacter pylori, is a Gram negative bacteria that colonizes the gastric mucosa and is responsible for a myriad of upper gastrointestinal symptoms. This infection has a higher prevalence in the developing ... -
Assessment of students’ and teachers’ understanding of menstrual cycle in Navakholo Sub-county, Kakamega County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Notably, it‟s very rare for Men and women to freely talk about menstrual cycle and maturation of the girl child. Cultural practices, taboos and myths linked to menstruation undermine discussions about menstruation which ... -
The Impact of Fairtrade on Poverty Reduction Through Rural Development: a Case Study of Small-scale Fairtrade Vegetable Growers in Merucentral Sub-county
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Fairtrade is a non-profit certifying and labelling initiative with the goal of developing a market situation that is sustainable for farmers and the environment. The scheme was rolled out in Kenya for various crops; ... -
Influence Of Strategic Management Practiceson Performance Of Commercial Banks In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The practice of strategic management has gained significance over the years, especially in the banking industry in Kenya. This is due to the change in both internal and external environment, the result of which is witnessed ... -
Factors Influencing Implementation of Monitoring and Evaluation in Water Projects in Kenya: a Case of Non-governmental Organisation Water Projects in Kajiado County
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Monitoring and evaluation has gained prominence as a key tool for program success. Thus, NGOs have strived to integrate M&E system to promote program performance. The implementation of M&E by these NGOs is influenced by a ... -
The Refugee-host Country Relationship: a Critical Analysis of Local Integration as a Forgotten Solution in Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The study dares to take a journey to analyze the nexus between the refugee-host country relationship in Kenya and refugee local integration. It is the aim of the researcher to demonstrate the practical and theoretical ... -
Performance Of Fast Food Chain Restaurants In Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The study objectives were to establish the extent of supply chain integration and its impact on supply chain performance in fast-food chain restaurants in Nairobi County.To determine the effect of supply chain integration ... -
Determinants of Change in Information Technology Systems at Commercial Banks in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The main purpose of the study was to assess the determinants of change in information technology systems at Commercial banks in Kenya. This study was guided by the following objectives. To assess the influence of top ... -
Effect of Capital Structure on the Profitability of Fully Fledged Islamic Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Capital structure is very significant aspect for any business sustainability. It is usually challenging for different organizations to establish the right mix of Debt and Equity. Many organizations prefer to utilize debt ... -
An Investigation of January Effect on the Returns of Neglected Firms at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This research studied January effect on the returns of neglected firms with a motive of identifying the relationship between January effect and neglected firm effect. The objectives of this study was to investigate whether ... -
Influence of Money Transfer Technological Innovations on Performance of Agricultural Projects: a Case of Greenhouse Farming in Kiambu Sub - County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Technology keeps changing as the world evolves into a global village. This has led to technological innovations that have made life easier by bringing convenience to day to day needs. Technological innovations in the ... -
The Effect of Debt Financing on Financial Performance of Private Secondary Schools in Kajiado County
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Debt financing decision is among the key financial decisions that are taken by firms since debt financing has an effect on the financial performance. Leverage financing provides the borrower with an opportunity to finance ... -
Comparative Growth Performance of African Catfish (Clarias Gariepinus) Fingerlings Offered Different Target Diets
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Aquaculture production is considered the future global solution to declining wild fish capture. However, insufficient production of fish due to lack of affordable quality feeds is a major challenge in aquaculture development. ... -
Epidemiology of Babesia Infection in Sheep in Kajiado Central Sub-county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Ovine Babesia infection is a tick borne disease caused by hematotropic parasites of the genus Babesia. Babesia infections in sheep and goats are caused by three Babesia species, namely Babesia motasi, Babesia. crassa and ... -
Management of post-traumatic stress disorder amongst soldiers, veterans and significant others in USA
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This work entails systematic literature review regarding the prevalence of psycho- trauma amongst United States of America soldiers in active service and significant others i.e. family members of those involved in direct ... -
Effects of Drought on Crop Production and Coping Mechanisms Undertaken by Small Scale Farmers: a Case of Makueni County, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Drought has adversely affected Kenyan agricultural production. This is evident as Kenya experiences extreme droughts every ten years and less adverse ones every three to four years .Although some mitigation technologies ... -
Community Policing and Security in Kenya: Case Study of Ngong’ Sub-county, 2003-2013
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Derivative practices over various places in the world shows that Community Based Policing (CBP) programs have enhanced increase in interaction of police and members of community and as such reducing incidences of insecurity, ... -
Pattern and management of paediatric cranio-maxillofacial traumatic injuries seen at the Kenyatta National Hospital Over A 6-month period
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Introduction Trauma is among the leading causes of death in all age groups except those above 60 years, according to the WHO. Noteworthy, trauma patterns and aetiology differ among various age groups and geographical ... -
Non-governmental Organizations Intervention in the Rehabilitation of Street Children in Nairobi City County: a Case Study of Good Samaritan Children’s Home and Rehabilitation Centre
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The problem of street children in Kenya has aggravated since its emergence. This has necessitated the involvement of public and private agencies to help reduce its effects on street children themselves and the nation. This ...
