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The Effect of Road Infrastructure on County Horticultural Production in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study sought to investigate the effect of road connectivity on horticultural outcome at the county level. More specifically, the study aims at investigation the correlation between existing road connectivity and ... -
Effect of Green Freight Transport Practices on the Operational Costs of Freight Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The recent changes in business dynamics on merchandised goods and cargo transportation have impacts on the business operational costs. On the other hand, the study of Green Freight Transport Practices and freight firm’s ... -
Relationship Between Problematic Smartphone Use and Psychological Distress Among University Students- a Case Study of Mount Kenya University, Kiambu County
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The purpose7of7this7study was to7establish7the7relationship7between problematic smartphone use and psychological distress. The objectives of the study were to establish if there is a relationship between problematic ... -
The Effect of Financial Innovation on Credit Access by Small and Medium Enterprises in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Financial innovations provide various objectives and therefore include issues like credit generation and availability, transaction cost reductions, risk sharing and transfers, risk pricing and liquidity management. ... -
Effect of Macro Economic Factors on Bond Market Performance in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Equity and bond markets are essential to creating higher economic efficiency. For strong economic development, a well-functioning financial sector is a critical component. By presenting investment opportunities to local ... -
Supply Chain Integration and Operational Performance of Manufacturing Firms in Mogadishu, Somalia
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This investigation focused on supply chain integration and how it is linked with operational performance of the manufacturing entities in Mogadishu, Somalia. The specific focus of the inquiry was on extent of supply chain ... -
Environmental Degradation and Social Conflict in East Africa; a Case Study of the Tana Delta in Kenya
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Market Growth Strategies and Performance of Insurance Companies During Covid-19 Pandemic Period in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The objective of the study was to establish the relationship between market growth strategies and performance of Insurance Companies during Covid-19 in Kenya. The study investigated various dimensions of market growth ... -
Firm-specific Determinants of Capital Structure of Kenyan Commercial Banks
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Commercial banks play significant role of contributing to the country’s economic growth by mobilizing investments funds. Due to lack of agreement about optimal determinant of capital structure, the study will seek to ... -
The Effect of International Financial Reporting Standards Accounting for Leases 16 on Financial Reporting Quality of Companies Listed in the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The study examines the effect of the adoption of International Financial Reporting Standards Accounting for Leases (IFRS 16) on the quality of financial reporting of Kenyan listed firms. The research considered other ... -
Influence of Employee Perception of Benefit on Organizational Commitment at the Coast Province General Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Employee commitment is an essential factor in the growth of an enterprise and how workers perceive the benefits accorded them by the company strongly affects their level of organizational commitment. Employee benefits ... -
Perceived Factors Influencing Performance of Community Based Housing Projects in Urban Informal Settlements: a Case of Mukuru Slums, Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Poverty alleviation is one of the main goals of SDGs. Public sector, civic society and private sector organizations contribute to the realization of this goal in low-income settlements. One such means is through community-based ... -
The Effects of Occupational Segregation on Gender Wage Gap in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Occupational segregation has been identified as a primary cause of the gender wage gap. In this line, this paper aimed at investigating the effects of occupational segregation on gender wage gap in Kenya using the 2019 ... -
Influence of Fair Trade Practices on Export Performance of Coffee Factories in Kiambu County
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The competitive level in international trade has continued to rise from period to period especially over the last three decades, partly due to globalization and enlightened customer base that has become more demanding in ... -
Public Transport Saccos Compliance With Labour Regulations in Kenya: a Case of Rongai - Route Matatus
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study focused on compliance with regulations governing operations in the public transport sector. Using three SACCO’s with vehicles that ply the Rongai-Nairobi route, the study sought to (i) assess factors that ... -
Influence of Knowledge Management Capabilities on the Performance of United Nations Office for Project Services (Kenya Multi Country Office)
(University of Nairobi, 2021)In an era of rapid technological advancement, the potential for using knowledge management to improve project implementation quality is growing at an exponential rate. Knowledge management may play a critical role in both ... -
E-procurement and Supply Chain Performance in the Sugar Factories in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Electronic Procurement is an important business avenue for lowering purchasing price and enhancing process efficiency. E-procurement as enabled by ICT development is believed to make procurement more efficient and ... -
Strategic Challenges in the Implementation of Universal Health Care Coverage in the Kibera Informal Settlement Slum, Nairobi City County
(University of Nairobi, 2021)A critical responsibility of strategic management theory and research is the improvement of institutional results. Practices around strategic management thus, are important to the management of public, private, and ... -
Strategic Change Management Practices and Performance of Insurance Companies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Insurance companies in Kenya have in the last decade experienced several challenges including low penetration, increased competition from existing and new players, informed customers, changes in regulation on capital ...
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