Browsing Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences (FoA&SS / FoL / FBM) by Title
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Land Reforms and Pastoralists’ Land Access: Implementing Community Land Law in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Access to land is an indispensable right of pastoralists. It is the source of their livelihoods and the basis of their long-term resilience towards external stresses associated with climate change. The rights to land by ... -
Language preferences and attitudes towards local languages: a case study of Makongeni Estate in Thika Town
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This research work was aimed at establishing language preferences and attitudes towards local languages in a multilingual setting with particular reference to Makongeni Estate in Thika Town. The objectives of the study ... -
Last Mile Logistics and Service Delivery in Disaster Response Among Humanitarian Organizations in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Response to disaster globally has been a challenge despite their upward trend. The study’s general objective was to establish how the last mile logistics affect service delivery. The study’s specific objectives were to ... -
The Law on Corporate Governance and Shareholder protection in Kenya: a case for reduction of Corporate Scandals within private Companies
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This study is on the law on corporate governance and shareholder protection in Kenya with key emphasis on corporate scandals within private companies. It examines the evolution of corporate governance in Kenya and a number ... -
The Law on Witness Protection in Kenya: a Whistleblower’s Refuge or Just a Pipe-dream?
(university of Nairobi, 2020)Witness protection is a pillar of any successful criminal justice system. Concern for witness protection is amplified in mass atrocities and complex criminal trials where suspected perpetrators may endanger witnesses. In ... -
Laws, Policies and the Right to Privacy for People living with HIV in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Despite significant scientific advancement in curbing the scourge of HIV/AIDS, the epidemic continues to register incredible resilience across various fractions of the society. It emerges that human rights abuses partly ... -
Leadership Strategies and Performance of Insurance Companies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Leadership remains a fundamental aspect to the success and performance of companies. Good strategies of leadership are considered an essential element for successful operation of any company operating in any complex and ... -
Leagile Strategies and Supply Chain Robustness in Manufacturing Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The supply chain concept is a critical anchor in the overall performance of any organization as shown through various studies. More so, several examples exist that show operational performance by organizations result from ... -
Lean Management Practices and Competitive Advantage Among Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The study sought to establish the relationship between lean management and competitive advantages for pharmaceutical companies in Kenya. The specific objectives were to establish the extent to which lean management practices ... -
Lean Manufacturing Practices and Operational Performance of Large Scale Manufacturing Firms in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Lean manufacturing practices (LMP) facilitates the firms’ ability to increase the level of productivity in a firm and cut on wastes in the production process. Minimal cost of operation, smaller lead times, and higher quality ... -
Lean Six Sigma and Baggage Handling Efficiency at Kenya Airways
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The objective of the study is the establishment of the relationship between Lean Six Sigma (LSS) and baggage handling efficiency at Kenya Airways. There are various techniques that are used in the Lean Six Sigma implementation. ... -
Lean Supply Chain Management Practices and Performance of Manufacturing Firms in Mogadishu, Somalia
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The study's goal was to see how lean supply chain management affected the performance of manufacturing firms in Mogadishu, Somalia. The study had two objectives: to evaluate the level to which manufacturing firms in ... -
Lease Financing in Kenya: a Critique of the Adequacy of the Legal and Regulatory Framework
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Leasing as a business model continues to thrive and develop in the Kenyan market thus requiring banks to be innovative to cater for this emerging niche by offering lease financing. Lease financing is an emerging bank ... -
Legacy Systems Cost Management Practices and Performance at Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Although technology is critical for many companies and institutions, determining if updates or full replacement is the best option can be complicated. Transitioning to a modern system without having a detrimental effect ... -
The Legal And Institutional Environment On Implementation Of Public Private Partnerships In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)In recent past, there has been a move by many developing countries to bridge their budget deficit by mobilizing funding from the private sector to finance their development agenda. Many governments, including Kenya, seek ... -
Legal and Policy Framework Necessary to Boost Retirement Benefits Coverage in Kenya - a Regulatory Perspective
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The Legal Challenges and Prospects of Prosecuting Piracy: an Analysis of International Law and Kenya's Legislation
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Piracy is an international problem that disrupts the global maritime trade and endangers the safety and security of crews, ship owners, and cargo owners. Alleged acts of Piracy have escalated off the coast of Somalia and ... -
Legal Challenges of Infrastructural Developments on Green Spaces in Kenya: Case of the Nairobi Expressway
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This study was based on the recognition of the significant challenges posed by the growing number, size, and rate of urbanization and the consequences of infrastructural developments on open green spaces within urban cities. ... -
Legal Framework on Sovereign Debt Restructuring in the Face of Debt Crisis Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Unsustainable sovereign debt may result in adverse economic problems within a Country. Recently, the excessive accumulation of sovereign debt in Kenya has raised issues both locally and internationally this will lead to ... -
Legal Frameworks, Normative Action, Political Environment And Performance Of Biosocial Projects In Informal Settlements In Nairobi County, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This study investigated relationship between Legal frameworks, Normative action, Political environment and Performance of biosocial projects in informal settlements in Nairobi County, Kenya. The inquiry investigated mediating ...