University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Influence of Employee Engagement on Employee Performance at the Cooperative Bank of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Recently, the concept of employee engagement has gained global recognition as a crucial element for organizations seeking to foster commitment among their workforce and achieve optimal performance. This research aimed ... -
An Exploration of Wall Murals as a Tool to Communicate Peaceful Coexistence in Informal Settlements: the Case of Kibera, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)In this study, murals are defined as illustrative drawings on public places that use multiple colours, themes and designs to pass messages of peaceful coexistence among people living in one community. Murals, in this study, ... -
Effect of Tax Incentives on the Growth of Listed Manufacturing Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Tax incentives remain very important factors that help spur economic growth by improving the conditions the businesses need to grow and innovate, creating employment for the people However, these incentives were are optimally ... -
Pattern, Management and Outcomes of Vascular Trauma at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)BACKGROUND: Major Vascular Trauma (VT) either iatrogenic or non-iatrogenic is increasingly encountered in KNH but is largely under reported. Vascular trauma management has evolved from simple ligation, a practice that ... -
Effect of Governance Structures on Revenue Collection Among County Governments in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Revenue collection is critical for the financial sustainability and service delivery of county governments. However, disparities in revenue collection efficiency among counties in Kenya highlight governance challenges that ... -
Status of Pharmacovigilance Systems in the North Eastern Region of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Pharmacovigilance (PV) activities are important in identifying the safety and effectiveness of medicines in the general population, decreasing medication-related morbidity and mortality, and promoting the ... -
Patterns and Outcomes of Surgical Management of Thyroid Disease in Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Thyroid conditions are a common occurrence in local hospitals with a postulated upward trend. Patterns of surgical management and outcomes of thyroid disease vary from region to region and even Centre to Centre. ... -
The Prevalence and Factors Associated With Depression Among People Living With Hiv on Antiretroviral Treatment at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: The definition of depression is a common mental health illness, characterized by loss of interest or pleasure, sadness, tiredness, poor concentration, feelings of low self-esteem or guilt, lack of sleep or ... -
Comparative Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Insulin Use in a Public Versus Private Hospital in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Introduction: Diabetes is a leading cause of death globally, and insulin is essential in its management. The knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) regarding insulin use and pens in Kenya's public and faith-based sectors ... -
The Portrayal of Father-son Relationships in Abdulrazak Gurnah’s Memory of Departure and Paradise
(University of Nairobi, 2024)This dissertation examines the portrayal of the father-son relationships in Abdulrazak Gurnah's Memory of Departure and Paradise, focusing on how these relationships influence the protagonists' character development. Drawing ... -
Profile and Predictors of Health-related Quality of Life Among Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients in Kisumu County Referral Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Type-2 diabetes is among the main global causes of morbidity and mortality. Determining the Health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in Type 2 Diabetes is essential. Purpose: This research study sought to evaluate ... -
Strategic Change Management Practices and Performance of Radisson Blu Hotel, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Strategic change management has grown into a scholarly issue in management research with effective strategic change management practices leading to improved firm performance. This study sought to establish the link between ... -
Antimicrobial Resistance Trends for Bacterial Organisms in Mater Misericordiae Hospital, Nairobi, Kenya (2020 – 2022)
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Antimicrobial resistance is a growing menace and a global public health threat. Cumulative antibiograms are useful for monitoring the trends of antimicrobial resistance patterns. However, there is a paucity ... -
Socioeconomic Inequality in Child Mortality in Somalia
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: Reducing child mortality remains a critical public health priority in Somalia. Despite efforts to improve maternal and child health, disparities persist, driven by socioeconomic inequalities. This study examines ... -
Biochemical Response After Therapy for Prostate Cancer and the Incidence of Disease Progression Among Patients Treated With Definitive External Beam Radiotherapy at Kenyatta National Hospital: a Retrospective Study
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Evaluation of the prostate specific antigen levels after radiotherapy predicts biochemical failure, distant metastasis and both cause-specific and overall mortality. PSA nadir in patients treated with radiation therapy may ... -
Gender Mainstreaming and Implementation of Agricultural Projects: a Case of Danida Market Development Partnerships Programme in Taita Taveta County
(University of Nairobi, 2024)The purpose of this research study was to evaluate the effects of gender mainstreaming and implementation of agricultural projects in Taita Taveta County with specific reference to the project; spurring job creation in ... -
Emerging Technologies in Kenya’s Financial Sector, Myths Versus Reality
(University of Nairobi, 2024)This study explores the myths and realities surrounding emerging technologies in Kenya's financial sector, focusing on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cloud Computing, Blockchain, and Big Data Analytics. The financial sector, ... -
Challenges of Strategy Implementation at Jubilee Health Insurance Company, Kenya Limited
(University of Nairobi, 2024)In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, enterprises across various industries, including the insurance sector, grapple with effectively translating their strategic plans into actionable results. The objective of ... -
Effect of Automation on Tax Compliance Among Residential Property Owners in Thika Town
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Kenya, like many other African nations, has a problem with low tax compliance in the rental industry. The heightened utilization of technology in tax administration poses several obstacles for landlords who may lack ... -
Situational Analysis of the Perinatal Network of Care in Nairobi City County - Assessing Neonatal Healthcare Services
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Background: High perinatal mortality rates and disparities in health outcomes in Nairobi City County’s public hospitals underscore the urgency to identify underlying problems. A situational analysis of the perinatal care ...
