University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Effects of Microfinance Innovations on Availing of Finance by Microfinance Institutions to Small and Medium Enterprises in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The study sought to investigate the effect of Microfinance innovations on availing of finance by Microfinance Institutions to small and medium enterprises in Kenya. There are various challenges that entrepreneurs face ... -
Quality Management and Organizational Performance of Manufacturing Firms in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The interference of quality management practices has brought excellent impact on the rampant organizational endeavors. Previous researches have indicated that when quality management practices are applied, positive effects ... -
Determinants of Non Use of Contraceptives Among Currently Married Women in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The study set out to establish the factors associated with non use of contraceptives among sexually active married women of reproductive age in Kenya. The study used data drawn from the 2008-09 Kenya Demographic and Health ... -
Uhalisiajabu Unavyojitokeza Katika Ukawafi Wa Miiraji Na Utenzi Wa Fumo Liyongo
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Utafiti huu ulikusudia kuonyesha sifa za kiuhalisiajabu uanavyojitokeza katika Utenzi wa Ukawafi wa Miiraji na Utenzi wa fumo Liyongo. Tulifanya hivyo kwa kuwarejelea baadhi ya wahusika na mandhari kama yalivyosawiriwa ... -
Impact of the East Africa Community (Eac) Customs Union on Kenya’s Exports Volume
(University of Nairobi, 2016)It has been argued that trading arrangements in Africa induce potentially adverse effects on trade patterns among member states. Such regional integration schemes include the East African Community. This paper sought to ... -
Market Development Strategies and Performance of Multinational Pharmaceutical Companies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Marketing strategies of multinational pharmaceutical companies are highly influenced by availability resources and regulatory framework of the industry imposed. In Kenya, the pharmaceutical industry is regulated by the ... -
Factors Causing Inefficiency in Administration and Collection of Tax in Kenya. A Case Study of Kitui County
(University of Nairobi, 2016)This study provides a theoretical analysis of the factors on failure to achieve full potentiality on tax administration and collection in Kenya in a case study of the Kitui County located in Eastern part of Kenya. The study ... -
Determinants of Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision Uptake Among Adults in Luo Nyanza
(University of Nairobi, 2012)Introduction: Randomized controlled trials have demonstrated that Medical Male Circumcision offers upto 60% efficacy in the prevention of heterosexual HIV transmission. The Luo community of Kenya do not practice traditional ... -
The Effect of Adoption of Public Financial Reforms on the Performance of County Governments in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)This study discusses the subject of the effects of public financial management (PFM) reforms on the financial management of county government in Kenya. The PFM provides a critical financial management solution for countries ... -
The Effects of Capital Structure on Performance of Commercial and Service Firms Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
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Depression and Psycho-social Risk Factors Associated With Pregnant Adolescents
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: - Adolescent pregnancy within urban resource deprived settlements predisposes young people to adverse mental health and psychosocial risks. Among the key mental health challenges is depression; a significant ... -
Competitive Strategies Used by Standard Group in Sustaining Competitive Advantage in the Technology World of Newspaper Industry
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The purpose of this study was to investigate the competitive strategies used by the standard Group in sustaining competitive advantage. The study adopted a case study research design in which the in-depth analysis of the ... -
Business Process Improvement and Operational Efficiency of Microfinance Institutions in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Unlike the financial institutions in the financial sector, the large majority of MFIs globally have not been sustainable. They have depended on donor funding, subsidies, and gifts from governments, to remain in operation ... -
Buyer - Supplier Relationships Management Strategies And Procurement Performance Of Large Scale Manufacturing Firms In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The main aim of this study is to establish buyer-supplier relationships management strategies and procurement performance of large scale manufacturing firm in Kenya. The study was guided by specific objectives that included; ... -
Compliance to Guidelines and Role of Patients in Management of Type 2 Diabetes Among Patients in Vihiga County Referral Hospital, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Introduction: The incidence of diabetes is increasing in Kenya, and poor diabetic related outcomes such as complications, high blood sugar levels have resulted due to inadequate management of the condition. However, the ... -
The Potential Of Agroforestry As An Adaptation Strategy To Mitigate The Impacts Of Climate Change: A Case Study Of Kiine Community- Kirinyaga County
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Kenya, just like other countries in the world, continues to feel the impacts of climate change. These impacts are huge more so in Africa, as the backbone of its economy is heavily reliant on agriculture. As we know, most ... -
Government Cash Transfers and the Demand for Education in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)This study sought to investigate the relationship between cash transfer remittances from government to poor households and school enrolment in Kenya. While most of the studies carried out in Sub- Saharan Africa are based ... -
The Effect of Mergers and Acquisitions on Profitability of the Consolidated Firms in the Petroleum Industry in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)A Merger alludes to the blend of at least two firms, in which the subsequent firm keeps up the personality of one of the organizations, generally the bigger. A procurement, otherwise called a takeover or a buyout, is the ... -
Strategies Adopted For Competitive Advantage By Importation And Marketing Oil Firms In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)A competitive strategy aims at gaining and maintaining competitive advantage over business rivals. For a firm to formulate appropriate strategies that will enable it respond effectively to environmental competitive ...
