University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Examining lexical style in youth magazines in Kenya a case study of ZUQKA and pulse magazines
(University of Nairobi, 2015-11)This study sought to analyse lexical choice in Kenyan youth magazines that reflect and inform their identity. A Critical Discourse Analysis with a stylistic approach is the background under which the study has been carried ... -
The effects of working capital management on the financial performance of retail supermarkets in Nairobi county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-11)Working capital management (WCM) refers to the management of current assets and current liabilities. Management and evaluation of WC is aimed at ensuring that the firms’ current assets and Current liabilities are employed ... -
The relationship between property investments and profitability of insurance companies in Kenya
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Strategic planning practices at Barclays bank of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-10)The importance of effective strategic planning cannot be over emphasized. The process provides a sense of direction on desired future and what must be done to get there. Successful organizations recognize the importance ... -
Supply chain management practices and organizational performance of supermarkets in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The main aim of the study was to establish supply chain management practices and organizational performance of supermarkets in Nairobi. The study was guided by the following specific objectives; to establish the supply ... -
Effect of mergers and acquisitions on growth of commercial banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-10)Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are being increasingly used world over for improving competitiveness of companies through gaining greater market share, broadening the portfolio to reduce business risk, for entering new ... -
Effects of liberalization of airwaves on television advertising in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-11)Liberalization eliminates state control over economic activities. It consists of a process through which same restrictions, mainly on economic or social policy of the former government can be relaxed. In particular, the ... -
Strategies Adopted by Commercial Banks in Kenya to Gain Competitive Advantage
(University of Nairobi, 2015-11)Competitive advantage is a position that a firm occupies against its competitors. To compete effectively, a bank must be aware of who it is competing against, so that it formulates strategy to out-compete its competitors. ... -
Changing patterns in foreign investments in Kenya and their impact on HR policies: case studies of China and Britain
(University of Nairobi, 2015-09)Most countries continue to strive in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI). This is because of FDIs acknowledged benefits as tools of economic growth and development. Africa and particularly Kenya has joined other ... -
Uhakiki wa usimulizi katika tamthilia ya kijiba cha moyo na mstahiki meya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-11)Utafiti huu umeshughukilia usimulizi katika tamthilia ya Kijiba cha Moyo na Mstahiki Meya kwa kutumia nadharia ya naratolojia kwa mtazamo wa Genette (1972-1983). Utafiti huu una malengo mawili: Kwanza, kubainisha vipengele ... -
Impact of asset allocation on financial performance of pension funds in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-10)Link between asset allocation and financial performance of pension funds is critical in determining whether asset allocations as selected by Trustees of pension schemes is critical in increasing pensioners’ wealth in Kenya. ... -
The impact of china on social and economic development in Sub-saharan Africa: The case study of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The emergence of China as a global economic power introduces new opportunities and challenges to the developing world. China’s fast economic advance has continued to have an impact on Africa socially and economically. ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with anaemia among pregnant women attending antenatal clinic in the second and third trimesters at Pumwani maternity hospital, Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2015-11)Background: It is estimated that 41.8% of pregnant women worldwide are anaemic. In Africa 57.1% of pregnant women are anaemic. In Kenya the prevalence of anaemia among pregnant women was 55.1% which is a severe public ... -
The Role of ‘parliamentary Diplomacy’ in Maintaining Political Stability: a Case of Kenya 2000-2014
(University of Nairobi, 2015-09)The European Union (EU) identifies five principles at the core of good governance. These are legitimacy and voice, direction, performance, accountability and fairness. But according to the United Nations Development Programme ... -
Assessing the informal cross border trade between Kenya and Uganda
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Kenya and Uganda are important trading partners, but formal trade links between them have been constrained by a myriad of factors which have spurred the growth of informal trade. Trade between Kenya and Uganda is substantial ... -
Competitive advantage of brand generic products through entry strategies adopted by multinational pharmaceutical companies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-10)The main purpose of the study was to determine if entry strategies influence competitive advantage of Pharmaceutical MNC in Kenya in light of the patent cliff. The study adopted cross-sectional study focusing on the ... -
Social determinants of stroke among stroke patients attending medical outpatient clinic at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Introduction: Almost half of the disease burden in low-and middle income countries is now from Non communicable diseases. Globally stroke is the leading cause of death. It’s a disease which predominantly occurs in the ... -
Seroprevalence of dengue fever virus in the adult Kenyan population In Nairobi, Eldoret and Kisumu Regions
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Background: - Dengue virus (DENV) is a mosquito-borne pathogen causing Dengue fever (DF) and dengue haemorrhagic fever (DHF). It is spread by the Aedes mosquitoes which are container breeders and live in close proximity ... -
The Effect of Liquidity Management on the Financial Performance of Deposit Taking Saccos in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2015-10)The purpose of the study was to determine the effect of liquidity management on the financial performance of Deposit taking Saccos in Nairobi County. A large body of research theoretically asserts positive association ...
