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International actors in African domestic politics and elections: a case study of Kenya
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2012)The concept of international actors in African politics and elections has currently raised much debate than ever before. This engagement is affecting governments, states and politics in Africa and is critically effecting, ... -
Influence of activities on performance of Language activities in pre-schools in Ndeiya division, Kiambu county
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2011)This study looked into the effects of television on academic performance and social behaviour of pre-school children in Tiriki East Division, Hamisi District. Several researches on television viewer ship have been carried ... -
A Study of the factors affecting implementation of free primary education in Makadara division in Nairobi province, Kenya
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2004)The Government of Kenya declared Free Primary Education in all public primary schools in January, 2003. This study set out to stablish the factors affecting implementation of Free Primary Education Programme in Makadara ... -
Post conflict intervention: a comparative analysis of the education strategy in Kenya and Rwanda, 1996-2000
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2011)The objective of this study is to demonstrate the role of education as an intervention strategy during post-conflict situation, a case study of Kenya and Rwanda. The first chapter provides background content to the topic ... -
The role of civil society in post-conflict peacebuilding and reconstruction: the case of Kenya Post 2007 elections
(2011)The political landscape in Kenya has undergone a dramatic transformation since independence. Much of post-independent Kenya has been riddled by a struggle for economic growth social development and political transition. ... -
EARLY WARNING SYSTEMS AND RESPONSE MECHANISMS IN AFRICAN CONFLICTS; THE CASE OF RWANDA, 1992-2010
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2011)This study gives an overview of early warning and response mechanisms (EWR) in Africa which have not significantly improved over the past two centuries. Regarding historical aspects of early warning systems and response ... -
The emerging trends in international peacekeeping missions: a comparative analysis DRC and Kosovo
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2011)Peacekeeping has undergone numerous changes in how the operations are carried out by the Peacekeeping forces. These changes have been necessitated by various factors like the changing nature of conflicts and actors that ... -
Humanitarian intervention and the media: a comparative analysis of Somalia and Rwanda
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2011)The central problem of this study is that despite many years of experience and evolution of humanitarian intervention, it has not yielded a desirable pattern globally. It continues to attract much criticism. This is because ... -
Implications of cross conflict in North Eastern Kenya
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2011)Resource based conflicts is considered to be the single most obstacle to peace and security in North Eastern Kenya. Conflicts in these environments are products of deep seated historical-structural issues such as ... -
Structural causes of violence: a case of the Post Electoral violence in Kenya, 2002-2008
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2011)Structural violence that is not addressed becomes like a pressure cooker which eventually explodes at the slightest trigger. This study investigates the sources of structural causes of violence using the post-electoral ... -
Effects of discovery learning on participation of learners in Early Childhood Science classrooms in Starehe District
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2011)Science is a process of finding our knowledge about ourselves and the world, through exploration and use of senses which help to develop and use scientific skills. It is a unique subject that enhances positive attitudes ... -
Factors influencing primary school teachers' enrolment in Higher Education Institutions through Distance Education Mode: the case of primary school teachers in Kakamega South District, Kenya
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2011)The research problem addressed in this project was factors influencing primary school teachers' enrolment in higher education institutions through distance education mode: the case of primary school teachers in Kakamega ... -
Factors influencing integration of ICT in training programs: a case of Kenya Education Staff Institute
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2011)This study is examining the factors influencing ICT integration in training institutions: a case of Kenya Education Staff Institute (KESI). KESI is the, capacity building unit of the Ministry of Education in Kenya. The ... -
Factors influencing youth recruitment into al-shabaab; a case study of lamu county- kenya (2011-2016)
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2019)The aim of the study was to analyze the factors that influence the youth into joining al-shabaab in lamu county from 2011 to 2016. This period was critical since it was characterized by more youth joining the al-shabaab. ... -
Enterprenuers' of Post Election Violence: A case study of Kibera
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2011)The recent post-election violence in Kenya IS most commonly framed as politically instigated interethnic violence. This study provides an alternative interpretation by addressing concept of conflict entrepreneurship in ... -
Effects of teachers demographic variables on implementation of Information Communication Technology in public secondary schools in Nyeri Central district, Kenya
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2011)The purpose of the study was to investigate the effects of teachers' demographic variables on implementation of Information Communication Technology in public secondary schools in Nyeri Central district, Kenya. The dependent ... -
International Cooperation in combating piracy and safeguarding maritime security: An analysis of the Indian Ocean Rim States
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2011)Maritime issues are an essential component of the current globalized economy and maritime security is vital for ensuring sustained economic development and national security for maritime nations. This project reveals that ... -
Diplomacy in Conflict Management: Failures of the United Nations in Somalia, 1992-2010
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2011)This study sought to investigate the reasons why the numerous interventions in Somalia between 1992 and 2010 never bore any meaningful fruits. It deliberately picks on the United Nations for criticism. This was informed ... -
Factors influencing alcohol abuse among the youth in Nyeri Central District, Kenya
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2010)The study aimed at investigating factors influencing alcohol abuse amongst the youth. Alcohol abuse has resulted into adverse effects .In regard to this; there has been great effort to combat the situation. The government ... -
Effects of cross border conflict on community development along Nyando, Nyamira, Rachuonyo and Belgut Districts, Kenya
(UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI, 2010)Conflict is natural and it is a daily occurrence in human life thus generally seen as part and parcel of human body. It is a situation in which the concerns of two or more individuals appear to be incompatible based on ...