University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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The Demand For Counterfeit Goods In Kenya: A Case Study Of Mobile
(University Of Nairobi, 2012)The production, distribution nnd consumption of counterfeit mobile phones in Kenya have been increasing at an alarming rate The consumption of counterfeit mobile phones has negative impact on the health of the consumer, ... -
The Association Between Pitch Conditions and the Incidence of Injury in Rugby
(2015)Background: Environmental conditions have been shown to influence incidence of rugby injuries. Harsh weather conditions and detrimental effect on poor Kenyan rugby pitches create a unique environment for injury exposure. ... -
Pheochromocytoma in pregnancy: Case report
(2016)This is a case presentation of a 32 year old woman with pheochromocytoma diagnosed at 27 weeks of gestation, she was managed till term, induced and had assisted vaginal delivery. The pheochromocytoma was surgically re-sected ... -
The effects of water quality and sanitation on immunocompromised: A case study of people living with HIV/AIDS in Kibera slum, Kenya
(2016)Background: Closer inspection of the spread of HIV/AIDS and its implications on individuals, communities and societies reveals several significant linkages with water and sanitation. In the context of poverty, malnutrition, ... -
Effects of Fire on Vegetation Composition and Forage Productivity in the Nyabushozi Pastoral Ecosystem, Mbarara District, Uganda
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Quality of comprehensive emergency obstetric care through the lens of clinical documentation on admission to labour ward
(2016)Background: Clinical documentation gives a chronological order of procedures and activities that a patient is given during their management. Objective: To determine the level of quality of comprehensive emergency obstetric ... -
The Determinants of Banks Profitability: the Case of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2005)A large portion of Kenyan financial institutions revenue is generated from credit extended to various individuals and organizations. This revenue is in the form of interest earned and charges on the preparation and ... -
Occurence of Porphyromonas gingivalis and Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans in subgingival plaque among patients with periodontal disease at the University of Nairobi Dental Hospital
(2016)Objectives: To determine the occurrence of Porphyromonas gingivalis and Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans in patients with periodontal disease using polymerase Chain Reaction. Design: A descriptive cross-sectional ... -
The Impact of National Youth Service Programme on the Rehabilitation of Street Children: a Case Study of the National Youth Service (Nairobi)
(University of Nairobi, 2007-04)Street children had become part of the landscape in most Kenyan cities and towns. The life of the children on the streets was miserable and difficult and it was characterized by lack of shelter, food, security, basic medical ... -
Towards an Environmentally Sensitive Form of Pastoralism: an Indicative Cost-benefit Analysis
(University of Nairobi, 1993)This paper describes the environmental problems facing the development of Kenya’s arid and semi arid lands (ASALs) today. The problems arise because of a rapidly declining resource base in the ASAL as a result of ... -
Agenda Setting in Development Programmes Broadcasting: the Case of Mangelete Community Radio Station in Kibwezi District
(University Of Nairobi, 2009)This study looks at Agenda setting in development programmes broadcasting, through the eyes of the producers. How is agenda set at a community radio station where the stakeholders are a women group, and the community that ... -
Effects of Population Change on Land Use in Kisii District, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 1981-06)The relationship betv/een population change and land use is a very essential pre-requisite for achieving proper planning policies on employment and production. In this study the population change in relation to the ... -
Uhakiki Wa Tamthilia Ya Watoto Kama Zao La Michezo Ya Utotoni
(University of Nairobi, 2004)Kazi hii inashughulikia tamthilia ya watoto kama zao la michezo au maigizo ya utotoni. Kuna sura tano katika tasnifu hii. Kuna tanbihi mwishoni mwa sura ya kwanza, ya pili, ya tatu na ya nne. Baada ya sura ya tano, kuna ... -
Industrial Location: a Comparative Study of Nairobi - Thika Corridor and Athi River-nairobi Corridor.
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The Phonological Features of Non-stigmatized Accent of Kenyan English
(University of Nairobi, 1993)Kenya is a multi-lingual country which has over forty ethnic languages and about one hundred dialects of those languages. English is used as a second language but also serves as the official language and the medium of ... -
A Social Evaluation Of Food Security Strategies In Kitui District
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Role of Effective Communication in Conflict Resolution: Case Study of Post- Election Violence in Kenyan
(University Of Nairobi, 2011)The mass media plays a key role in society. Traditionally, the media was thought to have a direct and powerful effect on the people. For instance, the Magic Bullet Theory holds that the media broadcasts directly shape the ...
