University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Medication-related risk factors for preterm birth in Kitui county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Introduction: Premature infants contribute substantially to infant morbidity and mortality especially in low resource areas. Understanding the factors that contribute to pre-mature labour in these areas would greatly ... -
Factors influencing the level of women participation, in community development projects in Narok south district, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Women and development issues have been on the world agenda since the United Nations organized the first women’s conference in Mexico in 1975. Based on the report done, women are generally not able to participate fully in ... -
Optical characterization and raman spectroscopy of aflatoxin b1 and aflatoxin-contaminated maize
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Aflatoxins are toxic and carcinogenic chemicals produced by several fungi grown in many farm produce and food spices. The naturally produced aflatoxins by fungi Aspergillus flavus and Aspergilus parasiticus are aflatoxin ... -
A framework for the adoption of mobile banking applications in the Kenyan banking systems
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Adoption of Mobile Banking applications has become fundamental in the banking industry owing to the values that are transacted using these systems. The mobile revolution has transformed the lives of Kenyans, providing not ... -
Research and innovation as a strategy for competitive advantage in the health sector: a case of the Aga khan university hospital, Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Achieving competitive advantage is a major pre-occupation of the managers in many businesses today. Organisations globally now seek to actively differentiate themselves from their competitors in terms of quality of service, ... -
Strategic Planning Practices at Kenya Revenue Authority
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The focus of the research was on the study of strategic planning practices at the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA). Strategic planning has been viewed as a systematic process of envisioning a desired future and translating ... -
Phytochemical investigation of three leguminosae Plants for larvicidal activity against aedes aegypti
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The family Leguminosae is known to synthesize a range of flavonoids and isoflavonoids that possess wide varieties of biological activities. Among these, larvicidal activity is associated with the rotenoids; mainly found ... -
Factors influencing performance of savings and credit cooperative societies in Kenya: a case of cooperative societies in Bungoma County
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Co-operatives have long been recognized to play important roles in Societies that translates into the improvement of living conditions of their members. Being voluntary, democratic and self –controlled business associations, ... -
Antiplasmodial and phytochemical investigation of monanthotaxis parvifolia (oliv.) verdc ssp. Kenyensis verdc (annonaceae)
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Attention has recently shifted to ethnopharmacological study of plants as sources of alternative medicines. This approach has yielded clinically useful medicines particularly for the treatment of malaria. Upon literature ... -
Value Chain Framework and Competitive Advantage in Kenya Airways Ltd
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Given today‘s economic environment, greater operational cost efficiency is key to all organizations. This has driven a significant change in hiring demand and requirements for most businesses, causing companies to re-evaluate ... -
HIV/aids Prevalence And Labour Force Participation In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)HIV/AIDS pandemic has not only been a major health issue in many third world economies, but has also slowed the development of these economies in the last decades. The greatest impact of this pandemic has been experienced ... -
A simulation model for Rift Valley fever transmission
(University of Nairobi, 2015-11)Rift Valley fever (RVF) is a mosquito-borne viral disease of animals and humans that occurs throughout sub-Saharan Africa, Egypt, and the Arabian Peninsula. The disease is associated with enormous burdens on human and ... -
Factors influencing infection prevention and control practices in Bamenda health district, Cameroon
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Infection transmission can be quite common, understandably due to patient/client care activities. Clients entering and leaving the hospital and also health personnel may disseminate infection from one department to ... -
The Relationship Between Risk Management and Financial Performance of the Top 100 Small and Medium Enterprises in Kenya
(2014-10)In today’s dynamic commercial environment, risks are increasing and risk management is becoming an integral part of any organization; especially for the Small and Medium enterprises, which due to limited resources and ... -
The Effect of Corporate Governannce on Financial Performance of Ktda Managed Factories in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)This study was carried to examine the relationship between corporate governance and financial performance for KTDA managed factories in Kenya. The study was motivated by the limelight about KDTA managed factories as a ... -
A Comparative Analysis of Performance of Negative and Positive Socially Screened Portfolios at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Studies in Kenya have shown the need to embrace Socially Responsible Investing at the NSE. This study sought to form a Negative and Positive Screened Portfolio at the NSE and compare the performance of the two portfolios. ... -
Factors influencing forest conservation in Bungoma county. A case of mt.Elgon forest, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Mt.Elgon Forest land provides an important resource base for rural people‟s livelihoods. Despite above, there is an alarming increase of forest encroachment catapulted by uncontrolled human activities such as logging. ... -
Effect of seasoned equity offering on financial perfomance of firms cross-listed in east Africa security exchanges
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The main objective of the study was to establish the relationship between seasoned equity offerings and financial performance for firms cross-listed at the East Africa Securities Exchange. Financial performance of firms ... -
The influence of radio sexuality information programs on adult audiences: the case of Obutwakani program on Mulembe fm
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Sexuality issues pose a great challenge to Kenya’s development. Credible information on sexuality is not always easy to come by and sexual matters, though intended to be educational, are still largely considered taboo. ... -
Strategic Management Practices and Challenges at Tullow Kenya Business Venture Limited
(University of Nairobi, 2015)This research project is titled strategic management practices and challenges at Tullow Kenya Business Venture Limited. Tullow Kenya Business Venture is located within the capital city of Kenya and it is a branch of Tullow ...
