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Management of Mycotoxigenic Fungi and Associated Mycotoxins in Maize by Use of Hermetic Storage
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Maize is a staple food crop in Kenya with about 90% of the rural households depending on it. However, the grain is vulnerable to degradation by mycotoxin producing fungi in the field and during storage. Mycotoxins produced ... -
The Effect of Capital Structure on the Financial Performance of Manufacturing Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The research objective was to establish effects of capital structure on the performance in financial perspective of Kenyan manufacturing firms. Theoretically it is assumed that the capital mix a firm uses to finance its ... -
Challenges Facing Pregnant Women in Accessing Free Maternity Services: the Case of Level Five and Six Hospitals in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Free maternity healthcare services were introduced in Kenya in the year 2013.This is in line with the health system objective of universal health coverage in the fifth millennium development goal. The aim was to increase ... -
The Impact Of Vernacular Radio Farming Programmes On Small Scale Farmers In Manyonyi Village, Kakamega County: A Case Of One Acre Fund
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)This study sought to investigate the impact of vernacular radio farming programs on small scale farmers in Manyonyi village. For the purpose of this study, effectiveness is measured by the popularity of the program, the ... -
Effects of Lack of Play/ Leisure Activities and Spaces for Children in Urban Settlements: a Case of Children in Mukuru Nyayo Location in Starehe Sub-county, Nairobi County.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)In the past 20 years, urban areas in Kenya have had dramatic growth due to increased population growth and rural urban migration. Despite the fact that urbanism is used many times as an indicator of development, it has ... -
The Effect of Corporate Governance on Financial Performance of Deposit Taking Micro Financial Institutions in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The part of top managerial staff in corporate administration is an essential column in guaranteeing that the shareholder interests are dealt with at all times. Governing body can assess the top administration to guarantee ... -
Assessing the Level of Compliance of County Governments With the Core Constitutional Recruitment Provisions: the Case of North Eastern Counties in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The human resource is a key requirement for every organization to achieve its objectives of organizational development. With rapidly changing demographics, globalization and realignment of legislation in most countries, ... -
The Relationship Between Stock Market Performance and Economic Growth in the East Africa Community
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The stock market has been connected to the economic development and growth over the obligation as the main sources of new capital. While, economic development might be the facilitator for stock market development, the stock ... -
Influence of Head Teachers’ Adminstrative Activities on the Teachers’ Job Performance in Public Primary Schools in Bungoma East Sub- County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The head teacher is the main component of a school’s administration on whose ability and skills, personality and professional competence the school’s tone effectiveness and efficiency will depend. The school is as great ... -
Factors That Influence Success of Strategic Alliances Between Mobile Service Providers and Commercial Banks in the Money Transfer Services
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Strategic alliance is an important aspect in the banking industry. In order for commercial banks to be successful, there is need for strategic alliances and co-operation with each other, as well as with other service ... -
International Animal Trophy Trafficking: a Case of Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Globally, survival of wildlife in many range states is threatened by animal trophy trafficking. The trafficking has reached unprecedented levels with large volumes of animal trophies being intercepted in various parts ... -
Effect of Strategic Leadership on the Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(2016)This study project embarked on findings out the influence of strategic leadership on performance of commercial banks in Kenya. It used questionnaires that were presented to different commercial Banks in Kenya, out of the ... -
Comparative cost effectiveness of metformin monotherapy and metformin/dipeptidylpeptidase 4 inhibitor combination therapy in drug naive type 2 diabetes patients at Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Introduction The combination of metformin and Dipeptidyl Peptidase 4 inhibitors has superior health outcomes as compared to metformin alone. However, the cost may be prohibitive and the combination is being considered ... -
Effectiveness of Murder Profilation Procedures by National Police Service of Kenya: a Case of Kihiu Mwiri Farmers.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Kenya has experienced series of unsolved murders. There has been a series of murders over various land buying companies like Kihiu Mwiri Farmers Company. The concerns have been growing with time since Kihiu Mwiri murders ... -
Influence Of Monitoring And Evaluation Intergration On Completion Of Feeder Road Projects: A Case Of Kajiado County In Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Sialala _Influence Of Monitoring And Evaluation Intergration On Completion Of Feeder Road Projects: A Case Of Kajiado County In Kenya -
Strategies Adopted by Dahabshiil Kenya to Gain Competitive Advantage in Money Remittance Services
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)Money sent home by migrants constitutes the second largest financial inflow to developing countries, exceeding international aid. Those receiving remittances often experience an improvement in their economic standing, ... -
Strategic Factors Influencing Sustainable Competitive Advantage of Mobile Phone Dealers in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)This study explores the strategic factors influencing sustainable competitive advantage of mobile phone dealers in Nairobi, Kenya. The study used cross sectional survey design. The study targeted 155 dealers within Nairobi ... -
The Effect Of Managerial Ownership On Stock Performance Of Firms Listed At The Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2016-10)This research had the objective of determining the effect of managerial ownership on stock performance for the companies listed at the NSE. Sixty five firms listed at the NSE for the year ending December 2015 formed the ... -
Uchunguzi Wa Sitiari Dhanifu Katika Methali Za Kiswahili -mtazamo Wa Nadharia Ya Uhusiano
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Utafiti huu ulilenga kuchunguza lugha kama inavyotumiwa katika methali za sitiari za Kiswahili. Methali za kisitiari zimebainisha kuwa maana halisi ya neno inaweza kubadilika na kuchukua maana nyingine ambayo ni tofauti ... -
An Analysis of the Role of Procedural Meaning in the Understanding of Utterances in Gikuyu
(University of Nairobi, 2016)It is possible for people to identify the intended meaning of speaker’s utterances. This distinguishes them from other animals. The speaker’s role is to make sure that the hearer uses less processing effort as much as ...
