University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Open air drying of bagasse - potential in sugar industries (case study: mumias sugar company)
(Univeraity of Nairobi, 2016)Biomass feed stock like wood chippings, rice husks and sugarcane bagasse once considered waste are now looked upon as viable fuel sources. Bagasse, a byproduct of sugar cane crushing and leaching, is used in sugar industries ... -
Factors influencing the utilization of completed projects in, Kilifi county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Construction industry involves complex and dynamic processes. Effectiveness of construction projects depend on coordination among parties involved. Successful completion of construction project leads to socio-economic ... -
Influence Of Headteachers’ Instructional Supervision Practices On Pupils’ Academic Performance In Public Primary Schools In Thika West Sub-county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The dynamic nature of the world today makes it almost incredible for any individual of either gender or preferred leadership style to have all the insight, knowledge or power to realize success. The old form of headteachers’ ... -
Influence of board of management practices on physical infrastructure development in public secondary schools in Kasarani sub-county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The purpose of this research study is to investigate the influence of Board of Management practices on physical infrastructure development of public secondary schools in Kasarani Sub-county in Nairobi County, Kenya. The ... -
Fertility as a Determinant of Household Poverty in Kenya: a Comparative Analysis of Central, Nyanza, Western, and Eastern Regions
(Univeraity of Nairobi, 2016-11)The study used 2014 Kenya Demographic and Health Survey data to provide a detailed analysis of fertility and poverty rates in Kenya. Poverty rates were calculated using Multidimensional Poverty Index in order to compute ... -
The impact of solid waste disposal on the livelihoods of the residents of Ongata rongai, Kajiado county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Trash is a part of our everyday lives. We make trash, we see trash, and we dispose of trash. It is a big deal and it„s worth our collective attention as a nation. Unfortunately, litter can be found quite readily in our ... -
Influence of head teachers’ instructional supervision practices on pupils’ performance in kenya certificate of primary education examinations in kisii south sub-county, kenya
(Univeraity of Nairobi, 2016)The purpose of the study was to investigate the influence of head teachers’ instructional supervision practices on pupils’ performance in Kenya Certificate of Primary Education Examinations (KCPE) in Kisii South Sub-County, ... -
Seroepidemiological survey of q- fever in livestock and humans in Bura, Tana River County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Q fever is a zoonotic disease caused by the intracellular bacterium Coxiella burnetii. It was first described in 1935. Ruminants are considered to be the primary source of infection to humans who become infected through ... -
Density-based Cluster Analysis Of Fire Hot Spots In Kenya's Wildlife Protected Areas
(University of Nairobi, 2016-04)Wild res occurring in Kenya's wildlife protected areas pose a signi cant risk to wildlife conservation since they cause biodiversity loss and habitat degradation. There is a need for the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) to ... -
Influence of drug abuse on students performance in Kenya certificate of secondary examinations in public schools in Tetu sub-county,Nyeri county,Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The study was on influence of drug abuse on students‟ performance in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Examination (KCSE) in public secondary schools in Tetu Sub-county, Nyeri County, Kenya. Students‟ performance in KCSE ... -
Challenges of Strategy Implementation at the National Police Service of Kenya
(Univeraity of Nairobi, 2016-11)Implementing strategy entails converting the organizations strategic plan into action then into results. The objective of this study was to examine the challenges of strategy implementation at National Police Service in ... -
Influence of principals’ transformative corporate leadership style on teachers’ job commitment in public secondary schools in Athi River sub county, Machakos county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)It is widely recognized and agreed upon that one of the key factors determining school‟s effectiveness is the nature and quality of school heads. Despite the fact that public secondary schools in Athi River Sub County have ... -
Phytochemical Investigation Of Bridelia Micrantha And Tabernaemontana Ventircosa For Cytotoxic Principles Against Drug Sensitive Leukemia Cell Lines
(University of Nairobi, 2016)There are various treatment options that are available for the treatment of cancer. However, development of multidrug resistant cancer has become a global health challenge in the fight against cancer. Bridelia micrantha ... -
Investigating factors affecting rate of violent crime in kenya using multiple linear regression
(Univeraity of Nairobi, 2015-06)The purpose of this study was to investigate the key factors affecting rate of violent crimes in Kenya. Data used in this study was obtained from the Kenya Bureau of Statistics. Exponential Population growth model was used ... -
Socio-economic Determinants of Sustainable Land Management Practices Among Smallholder Farmers in Sabatia Sub-county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)This study investigated the socio-economic factors that determine farmers' decision to use sustainable land management practices (SLMP) – agroforestry, terracing, and manure use - aimed at achieving long-term ... -
The economics of off-grid generation versus connection to the national grid: case study for Wajir county
(University of Nairobi, 2016-05)It is a well-known fact that electricity is essential for national development and many third world developing economies, have prioritized adequate energy provision to its populace as a key economic pillar. Despite this, ... -
Influence of capacity building programs on project performance in non governmental organizations in kenya: a case of the danish refugee council
(Univeraity of Nairobi, 2016)The focus of this study was to examine the influence of capacity building programs on project performance in non-governmental organizations with a special interest on the Danish Refugee Council. The study was guided by ... -
Factors influencing completion of construction projects funded by constituency development fund (cdf) in secondary schools: the case of Kwanza constituency-Trans Nzoia county, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)CDF was established through the Constituency Development Fund Act, 2003 and amended in 2007 with the goal of fighting poverty at the grassroot level. All the constituencies in the Republic of Kenya have been receiving funds ... -
Kantianism as a determinant of discipline in secondary schools in kenya
(Univeraity of Nairobi, 2016)Discipline problem has been an issue of concern in the Kenyan secondary school due to an increase in the cases of school unrests in the recent past. Guidance and counseling as discipline strategies in the schools have ... -
Whose peace? The impact of war on military families: a case study of Kenya Defence Forces operations in Somalia
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The focus of this research work is the impact of Somalia war on military families of the Kenya Defence Forces (hereafter KDF). The study examined the systemic effects of war trauma as it impacted on the mental health and ...
