University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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An Analysis of Translation Challenges in the Kiswahili Version of ‘shujaa Okonkwo
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)This project looks at translation challenges in the Kiswahili version of Shujaa Okonkwo and their impact on the target text. I looked at challenges that occur when translating an English text (Things Fall Apart) to Kiswahili ... -
Impact of Community Policing on Security in Nairobi County:case Study of Ruai Division 2000 – 2015
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The main purpose of this study was to assess the impact of community policing on security in Nairobi County using a case study of Ruai Division. The specific objectives of this study are; to assess the relationship between ... -
The Effect of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) on Profitability of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-09)The purpose of this research is to determine the relationship between corporate social responsibility and profitability for commercial banks in Kenya. Corporate social responsibility consisted of expenditures on healthcare, ... -
Information communication technologies adoption in irrigated rice production: case study of Mwea irrigation scheme
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)The general aim of the research was to assess Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) adoption in irrigated rice production in Mwea Irrigation Scheme. The study was guided by three specific objectives: to identify ... -
Impact of Community Policing on Security in Nairobi County: Case Study of Ruai Division 2000 – 2015
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The main purpose of this study was to assess the impact of community policing on security in Nairobi County using a case study of Ruai Division. The specific objectives of this study are; to assess the relationship between ... -
Sustainability Strategies Adopted by Partners in Community Transformation, Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Organizations are finding it difficult to predict their long-term survival due to the ever-dynamic business environment resulting in different opportunities and challenges. They therefore have to craft and adopt fail proof ... -
Market Entry Strategies Adopted by Multinational Smartphone Companies in Kenya: a Case Study of Tecno Mobile
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The choice of market entry strategy is very important in the entrant’s future decisions and performance in foreign markets due to complex, continual change and dynamic business environment. Most firms have adopted entry ... -
The Effect Of Regulations On Financial Performance Of Commercial Banks In Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)The objective of this study was to determine if there is a relationship between regulations and financial performance. Regulations is the independent variable while financial performance is the dependent variable. Financial ... -
Food Security as a Governance Problem in Africa: a Case Study of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Generally, the study is about Food Security as a Governance Problem in Africa: A Case Study of Kenya. It examines the causes of food security challenges in the African region, the nexus between food security and governance ... -
The Effect of Inflation on Stock Price and Returns Volatility for Securities Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)This study investigated the effect of inflation on stock market return and volatility at the Nairobi Securities Exchange. Previous research findings have established the existence of a negative relationship between stock ... -
Maintenance Management Approaches and Manufacturing Performance
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The purpose of this study was to establish the association between maintenance approach adopted and manufacturing performance. The study had four objectives to achieve: To determine the maintenance approaches adopted by ... -
Trading frameworks between Kenya and china and their impact on Kenya's manufacturing sector (2000-2015)
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)The aim of this study was to investigate the trading frameworks between Kenya and China and how they impact Kenya‟s manufacturing sector. Specifically, the study sought to: investigate how the trading frameworks between ... -
The Effect of Macro-economic Variables on Financial Performance of Commercial Banking Sector in Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)This research was undertaken in order to determine the effect of macro-economic variables on financial performance of commercial banking sector in Kenya. So far, the studies available have arrived at different findings. ... -
Factors influencing the choice of agriculture subject by boys and girls in public secondary schools in Kajiado county, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The objective of the given study was to establish factors that influence the choice of agriculture subject by boys and girls in secondary schools registered as public schools in Kajiado County. This study was conducted ... -
Lexical Borrowing and Semantic Change:A Case of English and Gĩkũyũ Contact
(University of Nairobi, 2016)In this research, an attempt is made to investigate lexical borrowing from English into Gĩkũyũ and the cases of semantic change. More specifically, the research aims to determine the mechanisms involved in borrowing English ... -
Influence Of Somali Clans’ Conflict On Teachers’ Retention In Public Primary Schools In Banisa Subcounty, Mandera County, Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)The purpose of this study was to establish the influence of Somali clans’ conflict on teachers’ retention in public primary schools in Banisa Sub-county. The study was guided by four objectives: - to determine the influence ... -
Determinants of Contraceptive Method Choice in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-10)Most studies on contraceptives focus only on contraceptive use and/or prevalence, especially in Africa south of the Sahara. These studies are not by themselves complete to inform and guide policy and programme interventions. ... -
Factors Influencing The Implementation Of Environmental Impact Assessment Recommendations On Commercial Projects.a Case Of Nakuru Town, Nakuru County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The study aimed to analyse the factors that influence the implementation of environmental impact assessment recommendations in commercial projects in Nakuru town. The core purpose of EIA is to integrate environmental ... -
The spatial epidemiology of leprosy in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Leprosy elimination is defined as a prevalence rate below 1 case per 10,000 population. This rate was attained in Kenya at the national level in 1989. However, there remain leprosy endemic counties where late diagnosis and ... -
Windows Registry Forensic Artifacts; Shellbags For computer Security
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Computers have become part of every one’s modern life for it’s the tech world that’s shaping all that is happening around us. They are not only used for office work but also as tools for achieving other interests both in ...
