University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Analysis of Charcoal Value Chain in Semi-arid Central Pokot Sub County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Pastoral and agro-pastoral communities in the drylands of Kenya are faced with many challenges dominant of them being recurrent and prolonged droughts which have triggered a number of responses aimed at enhancing the ... -
Prevalence, Associated Factors and Management of Hyperglycemia in Neonates Admitted With Sepsis at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background Neonatal sepsis is among the leading causes of neonatal mortality globally and locally. Hyperglycemia is one of the metabolic derangements that occur in neonatal sepsis and it is associated with increased morbidity ... -
Modelling Stock Market Volatility Using Random Forest
(University of Nairobi, 2021)In recent years, stock market volatility has had an increasing role in investment decision making on what stock to trade in, in order to reap on the returns. Owing to the high uncertainty in the stock markets; stock market ... -
Effect of Financial Risk Management Practices on Financial Performance of Deposit Taking Savings and Credit Cooperatives in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Deposit taking-SACCOs play a role in financial intermediation. Despite this, some of them lack prudent financial risk management practices as evidenced by unremitted deductions by employer institutions or borrowers’ ... -
Effect of Multiple Taxation on Financial Performance of Manufacturing Firms Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(2021-12)The manufacturing industry has been worst affected by numerous taxation measures implemented by the government. These taxes and levies include; corporate tax, VAT, excise duty, custom duty, fire license, occupancy and ... -
The Effects of Rights Issue on Shareholder Wealth Atthe Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Firms opt to raise additional funds from rights issue so that they have an optimal capital structure, avoid breaching debt covenants and enhance the long-term liquidity of the business. This research sought to establish ... -
Pattern of Genitourinary Tract Injuries in Patients With Multiple Trauma at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(UON, 2021)Background: Genitourinary Tract Injury Is Common In Multiple Injured Patients After Both Penetrating And Blunt Trauma. Current Published Data, Mostly From Developed Countries, Indicate Variations In Pattern Of Genitourinary ... -
Childhood effects of prenatal and postnatal exposure to mercurial skin lightening agents. Literature review
(Pitt Open Library Publishing, 2021-11-24)Children's exposure to mercurial skin lightening agents at any time during their development, from intra-uterine to early developmental life, can lead to severe detrimental health effects. This is because these skin ... -
Supply chain quality management practices, complementary firm assets, competitive advantage and firm performance
(IJMSR, 2018): The literature review was intended to examine the nature of relationship that exists between supply chain quality management (SCQM) practices, complementary firm assets, competitive advantage and organizational ... -
Visual Inspection With Acetic Acid and Pap Smear Findings in Hiv Positive Women Attending Mbagathi District Hospital
(UON, 2021)Cervical cancer is one of the most frequent cancers among women in Kenya and the most frequent cause of cancer deaths in resource-poor countries. About 0.5 million new cases are diagnosed each year globally, and about 0.3 ... -
Effect of competitive advantage on the relationship between supply chain quality management practices and performance of Private Hospitals in Kenya
(Ajbuma, 2022-03-25)The objective of the study was to determine the effect of competitive advantage in the relationship between supply chain quality management practices and performance of private hospitals in Kenya. This study was anchored ... -
Prevalence and Factors Associated With Adequate Milk Supply as Measured by Breastmilk Sodium Among Mothers of Neonates in Kenyatta National Hospital Newborn Unit
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background Suboptimal lactation is a common problem experienced by mothers and their babies due to various problems which may result in inadequate breastfeeding, poor weight gain, discouragement to breastfeed exclusively ... -
Do operational processes moderate relationship of organizational agility and perfomance of chartered Universities In Kenya?
(Ajbuma, 2022-03-25)University education in Kenya faced weighty challenges in the 80s and 90s due to high demand with less capacity. These continued to the 90s and the solutions provided in the 20s created capacity that was ... -
Prevalence and Factors Associated With Intimate Partner Violence in Pregnancy at the Kenyatta National Hospital: a Comparative Cross-sectional Study
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Introduction: Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) is defined as physical violence, sexual violence, stalking and psychological aggression by a current or former intimate partner. It can be divided into physical, sexual, and ... -
Management of Informal Traders in the Public Spaces: a Case Study of Megenagna Square, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The purpose of this study was to analyze the informal economic activities that are taking place around Megenagna Square of Addis Ababa city, Ethiopia. The goal of the study was to investigate the spatial challenges linked ... -
Climate Proofing of Malawi’s National Agriculture Policy, with Special Reference to Rice Production
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Climate change affects and is predicted to affect rice production in the future. This has implications on food and livelihood security, particularly for rural smallholder farmers in developing countries like Malawi. One ... -
Performance and Water Productivity of Selected Sweet Potato (Ipomoea Batatas L) Varieties Intercropped With Common Beans in Katumani - Kenya
(UON, 2021)The main deterrent factors for achieving sustainable agricultural production in Eastern Kenya are irregular rainfall and low available water capacity. Knowledge on crop performance, water needs and optimization of deficit ... -
Supply Chain Integration and Operational Performance Among Multinational Manufacturing Firms in Kenya
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Maternal Risk Factors Associated With Spontaneous Preterm Births and Perinatal Outcomes at Kilifi County Referral Hospital. A Case Control Study
(UON, 2021)Bckground: Globally, over 15 million infants are born prematurely every year. The world Health Organisation (WHO) estimates the prevalence of preterm birth (PTB) as 5-18% across 184 acountries. About a third of neonatal ... -
Prevalence and Associated Factors of Pes Planus in Children and Young Adults With Down’s Syndrome at Kenyatta National Hospital
(UON, 2021)Introduction: Pes planus, also known as flat foot, comprises of a loss of the medial longitudinal arch, a hindfoot which is in valgus and a forefoot in abduction with weight bearing. Pes planus is a common foot disorder ...
