Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences (FoA&SS / FoL / FBM): Recent submissions
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A Comparative Study of Print Media Coverage of the Inua Jamii cash transfer programme to Vulnerable Groups in Kenya Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study set out to investigate how print media covered the Inua Jamii cash transfer programme before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. The specific objectives were: to find out the extent to which the Inua Jamii cash ... -
Determinants of Health Seeking Behavior Among Households With Chronic Non-communicable Diseases in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Chronic non-communicable diseases (CNCDs) contribute to over 70 % of total global mortality, with over 50% of Kenyans reported to suffer from more than one NCD. Over 55% of the Mortalities in Kenya are from CNCDs. There ... -
Effects of Covid-19 Pandemic on Stock Returns for Commercial Banks Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Stock returns are crucial factors that determine investment in shares. They guide portfolio investments of investors as they seek to diversify their exposure as well as ensure they maximize their returns. This study sought ... -
Negotiation and Supply Chain Agility of Supermarkets in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study was on Negotiation and Supply Chain Agility of supermarkets in Nairobi County. The objectives of the study were: to determine the issues negotiated by supermarkets in Nairobi, to find out the relationship ... -
An Analysis of the Influence of Interpersonal Communication Between the Directorate of Immigration and Somali Urban Migrants in Eastleigh, Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Guided by the Symbolic Interactionism Theory of Mead and Ecological systems theory by Bronfenbrenner, this study aimed to analyse how interpersonal communication determines the migration outcomes of Somali migrants in ... -
The Contribution of Trust in Quality Groundnuts Seed Selection and Sourcing Among Small-holder Farmers in Uganda
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This was a cross-sectional descriptive study on the contribution of trust in quality groundnuts seedselection and sourcing among small holder farmers in Uganda. The study documents the role of trust in farmer’s (male/female) ... -
Enhancing Human Development Through Youth Empowerment in Africa- a Case Study of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Kenyan youth, like those in most developing countries, face numerous challenges, including but not limited to ranging from scarceness of resources, unemployment, diseases, violence and crime. The youth have the burden of ... -
The Relationship Between Credit Information Sharing and Non-performing Loan Among Microfinance Institutions in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The purpose of the research was to realize the link between credit information sharing and Nonperforming Loans of Micro Finance Institutions in Kenya. The research adopted a descriptive research study. The research population ... -
The Effectiveness of the World Trade Organisation Dispute Settlement System for Developing Countries in Africa-Lessons for the African Continental Free Trade Area
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study is on the dispute settlement mechanisms in the trade regime of the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AFCFTA). It aims at analyzing whether the dispute settlement ... -
Government Regulation and Operational Performance of Logistics Firms in Nairobi Kenya
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Internal Control Practices on Financial Performance of Private Hospitals in Western Region, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Private hospitals plays a key role in any economy for both developed and developing countries in terms of economic growth as well as creation of employment opportunities. However, despite the vital role, Private hospitals ... -
The Role of Civil Aviation in Promoting International Trade in Africa: a Case Study of Kenya Aviation Industry
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study sought to determine the perceived influence of African civil aviation in promoting international trade. We argue that liberalization of African air transport will enhance connectivity, service quality, choice, ... -
Role of Infrastructural Development of Landlocked Countries in Enhancing Regional Security: a Case of Nepal
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The research study has focused in identifying critical role of infrastructure development in landlocked countries in enabling their security at regional level in general and Nepal in particular. Infrastructure is essential ... -
Capacity Management Practices and Operational Performance of Steel Manufacturing Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Steel manufacturing industry faces problems associated with cost of raw materials, limited diversification of the market, inadequate technology, poor infrastructure and limited value addition to the industry. Manufacturing ... -
E-commerce Adoption and Performance of Import Oriented Small and Medium Enterprises in Nairobi City County
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study examined the relationship between e-commerce adoption and performance of import oriented small and medium enterprises in Nairobi City County.“The study was based on unified theory of acceptance and use of ... -
Civil Society Organizations and Climate Mitigation in East Africa.A Case Study of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Countries across world are continuing to grapple with the drastic climate change effects. As it stands, Kenya is among the countries in East Africa experiencing climate change challenges to a greater extent. Civil Society ... -
Impact of Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority Regulations on the Financial Performance of Savings and Credit Co-operative Societies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)SACCOS in Kenya faced a number of challenges in their attempt to meet their performance targets. SASRA Act and the accompanying regulations were thus seen as a cure to many challenges affecting the SACCO sector. Despite ... -
Efficacy of Regional Conflict Management Architecture: a Case Study of East African Community
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Digital Lending and Information System Security in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Today, information is regarded as a valuable resource for any organization and with the advent of globalization and ever-changing technologies, the need for information security is becoming more and more critical. The ...