University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Social media as reporting tools: changes & challenges facing journalists and news organizations in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)This study sought to investigate how journalists and news organizations were responding to the changes and challenges brought about by social media. The study employed a qualitative approach and used the descriptive ... -
Lean procurement and supply chain performance at Safaricom limited
(University of Nairobi, 2014)In various organizations, lean has not only improved procedure, reduced inventory and enhanced ergonomics, but it has also allowed the company to fine-tune its chemistry and keep pace with changes in demand. However, ... -
Speciation of heavy metals in a tributary of Nairobi river using the joint expert speciation system (JESS) program
(University of Nairobi, 2014)his study assessed the quality of water in a tributary of the Nairobi River. The study covered six sampling points stretching from Lenana dam to Chiromo Kirichwa Kubwa. Sampling was done twice during the dry and the ... -
The relationship between capital structure and financial performance of insurance companies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Capital structure is a significant factor in corporate financial management and has a direct impact on financial performance of a firm. The financial decision plays an important role to finance managers who strive to ... -
The effect of general elections on stock prices for firms listed in the Nairobi securities exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The relationship between information flow and asset prices behaviour is a key topic in finance. In this project, the ojective was to investigate the effects of political events on the stock market performance at the ... -
Influence of extrinsic motivation on employee’s performance in Moi Teaching and Referral hospital Eldoret, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Employee extrinsic motivation in Kenya‟s health sector is one major issue that needs to be tackled in a manner that satisfies employees with their current employment and allows them to develop a loyalty towards the ... -
Strategies employed by Imperial Bank ltd to develop competitive advantage in the banking sector
(2014)Competitive advantage is a position that a firm occupies against its competitors. Sources of competitive advantages include government subsidy or support, monopolistic markets, innovation, operational efficiencies, ... -
The role of foreign aid in sub-Saharan Africa: a case study of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)This thesis discusses the role of foreign aid in Sub Saharan Africa. Foreign aid or Official development aid as a came up in 1945 and was adopted by the United Nations as a measure geared towards promotion of social ... -
The relationship between the application of internet banking and financial performance of commercial banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The purpose of the study was to investigate the relationship between the application of internet banking and financial performance of commercial banks in Kenya for a period of 10 years. Kenya’s financial sector has ... -
Empirical investigation of the nexus between government expenditure and GDP growth in Kenya and testing of wagner’s law for the period 1960 - 2011
(University of Nairobi, 2014-11)This study examine d the relationship between the growth in Total Government Expenditure and GDP growth in Kenya and test ed the applicability of Wagner’s law using time series data for the period 1960 - 2011 . ... -
Factors affecting environmental best practice compliance among retail fuel service stations in Thika east sub county Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)vironmental best practice in the oil industry remains a top p riority in Kenya. Protecting the environment in the oil industry requires advanced technology, research; and new ways of operating the fuel stations. The ... -
A Teachers’ Perspective of School-based Human Papillomavirus Vaccination of Girls in Kitui County: Knowledge, Acceptability, Facilitators, Barriers & Opportunities
(University of Narobi, 2014)Background Cervical cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related morbidity and mortality among women in sub-Saharan Africa. Two effective Human papillomavirus vaccines are available as means of preventing the disease. ... -
The relationship between financial planning and financial performance of cement manufacturing firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014-10)The study analyzed the relationship between financial planning and financial performance of cement manufacturing firms in Kenya. A census approach was used to study the relationship in all the six cement manufacturing ... -
Effect of improved complementary foods on growth and iron status of Kenyan infants
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Background: Infant growth faltering is usually associated with an increased risk of morbidity and mortality. It is common in resource limited settings and constrains infants’ full development resulting in reduced physical ... -
Extent to which Kenya airways ltd has adopted the concept of a learning organization
(University of Nairobi, 2014)This study investigated the extent to which Kenya Airways has adopted the concept of the learning organization as a strategy of dealing with rapid changes in the business environment. During the study, primary qualitative ... -
Effect of organic based Soil fertility management strategies on soil nutrient status and marketable quality of Kales (Brassica Oleracea Var. Acephala) in Kabete, Kenya
(2014)Demand for uncontaminated and safe agricultural products in Kenya for the last two decades has created a major shift from the use of conventional farming practices to organic based techniques. However, there remains a ... -
The growth of public expenditure in Kenya exploring the causes 1980 2012
(2014-10)What explains the growth of public expenditure in Kenya? This study estimates the causes of growth of public expenditure using annual time series data for the period 1980 to 2012. In this study we examined 6 causes of ... -
Influence of skills and knowledge on the relationship between project scope management and implementation of economic stimulus projects in public secondary schools in Kisumu county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The purpose of this study was to investigate influence of skills and knowledge on the relationship between project scope management and implementation of economic stimulus projects in public secondary schools in Kisumu ... -
The prevalence of latent tuberculosis infection among final year medical students of the university of Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Background: Health care workers (HCWs) are at higher than average risk of infection with mycobacterium tuberculosis (TB) and of developing tuberculosis disease. The risk includes infection with multi-drug resistant TB ... -
Towards a ‘Just’ Community : The Role of the East African Court o f Justice and National Courts in the Integration Agenda
(University of Nairobi, 2014-10)The research study, Towards a ‘ just ’ Community : The role of the E ast A frican C o urt of Justice and n ational c ourts in the i ntegrati on agenda , comes at an opportune moment as Partner ...
