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Factors Influencing Sustainability of Sanitation and Hygiene Projects Implemented by World Vision Kenya in Pokot Central Sub-county, West Pokot County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This study's objective was to evaluate the factors affecting the sanitation and hygiene initiatives run by World Vision in West Pokot County over the long term. The study set out to ascertain the impact of funding on the ... -
School readiness to Use ICT in Teaching and Learning in Lower Primary in Public Schools in Kinango Sub County
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Comparison of Rehydrated Air-dried and Wet Fixed Fine Needle Aspirate Smears at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Fine needle aspiration cytology (FNA) is a simple, quick, and inexpensive technique frequently used to diagnose benign, malignant, and infectious lesions from different body sites. FNA smears prior to staining ... -
Risk Management Practices and Performance of Mining Projects in Kwale County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Kenya's economy is considerably influenced by the mining sector, which contributes significantly to foreign exchange revenues, infrastructure development, and employment. Nevertheless, the effectiveness of risk management ... -
Sleep Quality, Associated Factors, and Pregnancy Outcomes in Women Delivered at Kenyatta National Hospital: (a Cross-sectional Study With Subgroup Analysis)
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Sleep quality and quantity changes are common in pregnancy and may expose mothers to both physical-mental illnesses and impact negatively on the pregnancy. However, during preconception and antenatal care, ... -
Application of Machine Learning Algorithms in Early Maize Yield Estimation Using Multiple Source Data in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Agriculture and its interrelated activities form the main livelihood for most sub-Saharan Countries. Despite the importance of the sector, it continues to face several shortfalls that have led to cyclic food and nutrition ... -
Critical Success Factors of Enterprise Resource Planning Adoption by Water and Energy Companies in Mogadishu
(University of Nairobi, 2024)In this information age, organizations have digitized their operations and all their business transactions are mostly done through an integrated information system software packages called Enterprise Resource Planning ... -
Effect of Circular Economy Model on Sustainability of Plastic Waste Management Initiatives: a Case of Worldwide Fund for Nature Kenya Project in Mombasa County Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Plastic waste is a significant environmental issue, involving discarded plastic materials that often end up in landfills or oceans. This waste poses serious threats to wildlife, marine ecosystems, and human health due to ... -
Relationship Between Corporate Tax Aggressiveness and the Value of Manufacturing Firms Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)The study sought to establish the effect of corporate tax aggressiveness on the value of manufacturing firms listed at the Nairobi securities exchange in Kenya. The study was informed by the agency theory and the stewardship ... -
Teacher Perception of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Learners in Primary Schools in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Although Kenya commits to ADHD-related students inclusion through education policies and international treaties, research exclusively focused on ADHD and the learning environment is limited and is not harmonized to give ... -
The Influence of Multiparty Political System on South Sudan Peace Process
(University of Nairobi, 2024)The multiparty political system plays a key role peace process in South Sudan, influencing the efficacy of legal, policy, and institutional frameworks in addressing peace-building challenges and contributing to democratic ... -
Molecular Identification and Phylogenetic Analysis of African Nightshade Using Its2 DNA Barcoding
(University of Nairobi, 2024)African nightshades are several species of plants that are consumed as leaf vegetables and herbs due to their nutritional value and potential medicinal properties. However, many African nightshade species have similar ... -
The Effects of Intrerest Spread on Profitability of Commercial Banks in Kenya
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The Effect of the Base Lending Interest Rate on Loan Repayment in Kenyan Commercial Banks
(University of Nairobi, 2020)A decrease in the base lending rate will lead to a subsequent decrease in the lending rate of banks thus resulting in the decrease of loan defaults. The fluctuations in the base lending rate have therefore occasioned ... -
Adaptive Capabilities and Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)This study set out to answer the question of whether or not the flexibility of Kenya's commercial banking sector is a key factor in its success. This investigation is grounded on Miles and Snow's typology as well as the ... -
Trends in Maternal Mortality Due to Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy at Kenyatta National Hospital Between 2016 – 2020
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: The World Health Organization (WHO) identifies that global maternal mortality has declined significantly from 2000 to 2017 by 38% from 342 deaths to 211 deaths per 100,000 livebirths. This 2.95 percent yearly ... -
Relationship Between Leadership Orientation and Performance of Independent Commissions in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)It was the goal of this study to use the resource-based perspective, the Bolman and Deal framework, and the theory of contingencies to investigate how leadership orientation affected the efficiency of the Independent ... -
Intimate Partner Violence During Pregnancy and Preterm Births Among Women Who Delivered at Kenyatta National Hospital, Between July and August 2022. A Case Control Study
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background –Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a global health problem. In pregnancy it leads to adverse maternal and neonatal outcomes such as preterm birth, which is an utmost contributor of neonatal morbidity and ... -
Examining the Temporal Characteristics of Rainfall Over Zanzibar Islands
(University of Nairobi, 2024)This study aimed to examine the temporal characteristics of rainfall over the Zanzibar Islands from 1974 to 2021. The specific objectives were to examine the variability of rainfall and determine the long-term trends, ...
