University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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The relationship between portfolio holding and financial performance of insurance companies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi,School of business,, 2013-10)The insurance industry is important in an economy. Insurance business has stringent laws regarding investments following its long term nature. As such several organs of Government including Retirement Benefits Authority, ... -
An investigation into the weak form efficiency of the Kenyan Government bonds at the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE)
(University of NairobiSchool of Business, 2013-11)This study investigates the Weak form Efficiency of the Kenyan Government Bonds at the Nairobi Securities Exchange. According to Weak form Efficient Market Hypothesis literature, a price series is considered to be weak ... -
Environmental conflict and conservation in protected areas: Case study of the Maasai Mara National Reserve in Narok County
(University of Nairobi.Institute Of Diplomacy And International Studies,, 2013-09-06)The relationship between environment and conflict has been in existence for a while. International wars have been fought over access to land and water since biblical times. Indeed, the link between environmental resources ... -
Foreign market entry strategies and challenges faced by South African Breweries Ltd in the Kenyan market
(School of Business, 2013-08)Strategy is the game plan to succeed and is vital in ensuring success in all organizations. Entry strategies are plans put in place in entering and tapping new markets. A strategy can only deliver its purpose if it is well ... -
Viability of internet banking as an operations strategy in commercial banks, Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of Business, 2013)The Internet has revolutionised the way business is conducted today and the banking industry is no exception. Advances in technology have led to innovative strategies adopted by banks to become and remain competitive. In ... -
The influence of operational excellence on the performance of Kenol Kobil group in the Rwandan market
(University of Nairobi,School of business,, 2013-11)During the global downturn of 2009, many businesses cut costs and boosted efficiencies to survive. They however, needed to increase profitability using the money liberated through the cost-cutting measures employed and the ... -
Prevalence of and factors associated with diarrhoeal disease in moderate to severely malnourished children aged 6 to 59 months at Mbagathi district hospital
(University of NairobiSchool of Medicine, 2013)Background: Diarrhoeal disease is one of the major causes of morbidity and mortality in developing countries particularly in children. Increasing evidence suggests that malnutrition is the underlying reason for the ... -
The effect of exchange rate fluctuations on gross domestic product in Kenya
(Department of Finance, 2013-10)This study examines the Effect of Exchange Rate fluctuations on Gross Domestic Product in Kenya from 2008 to 2012. Two theoretical views have been put forward; first view states that, a real appreciation of domestic currency ... -
The relationship between capital market returns and economic growth in Kenya
(University of Nairobi,School of business,, 2013-10)The relationship between the economic growth and the stock market return has been an important issue in the global arena, where investors are seeking to invest in countries that will yield best returns. This notion is ... -
The determinants of tax compliance among small and medium enterprises in Uasin-Gishu County
(University of NairobiSchool of Business, 2013-12)This research investigated the determinants of tax compliance in small and medium enterprises (SMEs), focusing on how tax knowledge and compliance costs affected tax compliance behaviour of SMEs in Uasin Gishu County. ... -
Mbithi: Debate birth control age
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Lean supply Cchain management in manufacturing firms in Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of Business, 2013-11)Wholesalers, manufacturers, retailers, distributors, suppliers, third party service providers (3PLs) and every party involved in the supply chain are under pressure to reduce and balance their costs, time and inventories ... -
Phonological basis of misspellings in the written English of Kimeru speaking pupils in public Primary Schools in Meru.
(University of Nairobi,Department of linguistics and languages,, 2013)The study focused on the misspellings made by learners whose first language was Kimeru. This study was carried out to investigate whether the phonology and orthography of Kimeru as a learner’s first language affected ... -
Information and Communication Technology and service delivery in Kenya power
(University of NairobiSchool of Business, 2013-10)The growth, integration and sophistication of ICT are changing our society and economy. Today, computers around the world are connected via Internet. Consumers now can use the Internet through various devices to interact ... -
Challenges and opportunities in negotiating trans-boundary water management agreements in the post-colonial Africa: a case study of the Nile Basin
(University of NairobiInstitute of Diplomacy & International Studies, 2013-10)This study examined the opportunities and challenges in negotiating trans-boundary water agreements in Africa since the end of the colonialism, with emphasis being on the Nile basin. It analysed the topic under the two ... -
Strategic Planning Practices Adopted by Dalsy Hillblom and Lynn (Dhl) Express, Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of Business, 2013-10)This study employed a case study methodology at DHL Express, Kenya. It sought to establish the strategic practices adopted by this mammoth logistic company in the face of the ever changing and emerging trends. These trends ... -
The pathology and role of bacterial and endoparasitic diseases in mass mortality of lesser flamingos in Kenya
(University of Nairobi,Department of Veterinary Pathology, Microbiology and Parasitology,, 2013)The lesser flamingo (Phoeniconaias minor) is the most abundant waterbird species in Kenya and a major attraction for ecotourism in many parts of Africa. Mass deaths in the species have become more frequent in recent years ... -
The determinants of performance of pension funds in Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of Business, 2013-09)Pension funds act as an important stimulus to capital markets in most countries where they exist through financial intermediation. Pension funds complement, and hence stimulate development of capital markets, while acting ... -
Value chain analysis and competitiveness of applications service providers in the Telecommunications industry in Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of Business, 2013-11)The aim of the study was to determine key competencies and capabilities that are attributed to the success of Application Service Providers in Kenya, to establish effectiveness of optimizing the value chain to create ... -
Managing the Nile Politics: Issues and Perspectives
(University of Nairobi,Institute Of Diplomacy And International Studies,, 2013-09)The study is about managing the Nile politics: issues and perspectives that are encompassed in five chapters which include the research proposal, an overview of issues and perspectives in managing the Nile politics, a ...
