Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences (FoA&SS / FoL / FBM): Recent submissions
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Role of Smart Villages in Preservation of Farmlands and Rural Livelihoods -a Case of Kimunyu Sub-location, Gatundu South Sub-county, Kiambu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)In 1954, Kenya colonial government introduced the Swynnerton Plan aimed at intensifying agricultural practice with a focus on cash crops through improved markets, infrastructure, farm inputs and land amalgamation. The ... -
Challenges of the Implementation of Mergers and Acquisition Strategy at NCBA Bank Kenya PLC
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The External Environment and Performance of Tea Processing Firms in Bomet County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)External environment is important to organizations as it affects the readiness of resources and is a source of opportunities as well threats. Organizations are viable if they can take advantage of available opportunities ... -
Factors Associated With an Increase in Caesarean Section Births in Kenya: Evidence From 2014 Kenya Demographic Health Surveys
(University of Nairobi, 2022)This study set out to examine factors associated with the increase in caesarean sections in Kenya. Using data from the Kenya Demographic and Health Survey (KDHS-2014), However in order to show trends in C-Section, data ... -
Female Education and Economic Growth: Evidence From Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Education has long been considered to be a significant contributor to economic growth. Kenya's Vision 2030 envisages social transformation through education and training. The Government of Kenya has consistently allocated ... -
Strategic Operations Management and Performance of Petroleum Marketing Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The main objective was to establish the relationship between strategic operation management and performance of oil marketing firms in Kenya. The specific objectives were to establish the strategic operations management ... -
The Effect of Government Sectoral Expenditure on Poverty Reduction in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The study aimed to examine the correlation between public sectoral spending and its effect on poverty reduction in the Kenyan set up. Poverty remains to be a global phenomenon and no country is insusceptible to the menace ... -
Brand Equity and Consumer Purchase Intention of Branded Coffee Among Supermarket Customers in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The proliferation of brands, increased competition and globalization of markets presents customers with a wide range of brands when making purchasing decisions. Firms have to rethink their branding decisions. The study ... -
Strategic Innovation and Growth of Firms in the Real Estate Industry in Nairobi Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This research paper investigates the impact of strategic innovation to growth dynamics of real estate firms in Nairobi, Kenya. Firms in Nairobi's real estate sector have difficulty sustaining growth while keeping a strategic ... -
Effect of Coordinated Border Management on Human Trafficking and Human Smuggling Based on the Opinions of Selected Border Officers at the Busia and Namanga One Stop Border Post
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Organized crime continues to a menace across states, regions and the international arena, necessitating the design and application of various models of managing risks and crimes. Consequently, managing organized crimes has ... -
Strategic Management Practices and Performance of Glovo Company Limited Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Due to the rapid change in the corporate world's business environment, businesses must implement and enhance organizational performance and strategic plans. It has been determined that a number of factors can give any ... -
The Relationship Between Parenting Styles and Adolescent Delinquent Behavior Among 13-17 -year- Old Boys in Kabete Rehabilitation Center in Kabete, Kiambu County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Generally, juvenile delinquency has been cited as a key concern facing various sociology researchers and various law enforcement professionals around the globe. Delinquent acts carried out by juveniles have been for long ... -
Operations Management Practices and Fit-for-purpose Graduates: a Case of Aga Khan University
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The ability of Kenyan universities to offer quality education and in turn churn out graduates who are employable by industry has often been put into question. Industry players have consistently complained about spending ... -
Strategy Implementation at Kenyatta National Hospital Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Implementing strategies effectively is a crucial aspect of the strategic management process within all types of organizations. The process of strategy implementation commences during the planning and strategy development ... -
Entrepreneurial and Business Management Skills Development and Growth of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Entrepreneurial and business management skills are essential in open economies since they enable micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to operate effectively, promote growth, and foster long-term sustainability. ... -
Influence of Dignity Kits Uptake on Daasanach Girls’ Attendance and Performance in Primary Schools in Ileret Ward, Marsabit County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The study examined the uptake of dignity kits by Daasanach girls in primary schools in Marsabit county, Kenya. It specifically sought to: establish how uptake of dignity kits influence the performance of Daasanach girls ... -
From the Hands to the Eye; the Role of Kenya Sign Language in Realization of the Right to Access to Justice for the Deaf Community in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Access to justice is a fundamental right, as well as a prerequisite for the protection of all other human rights. Access to justice is a broad concept, encompassing people’s effective access to the formal and informal ... -
Socio-economic and Cultural Barriers Faced by Adolescent Mothers on Their Reintegration Back to School in Yimbo West Ward, Siaya County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This was a cross-sectional descriptive study on challenges faced by adolescent mothers on their reintegration back to school in Yimbo West Ward, Siaya County. The study examined the socio-economic and cultural barriers in ... -
Effect of Production Implementation Practices on Supply Chain Performance of Food and Beverage Manufacturing Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The general objective for this study was to determine the effect of production implementation practices on how food and beverages manufacturing companies in Kenya perform. Specifically, the research sought to investigate ... -
Influence of Community Participation on Sustainability of Water Projects in Laikipia County: a Case of Solio Water Project
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Community participation in water programs has a number of advantages along with more sustainability, social acceptability and equalized benefits for all members. Since water is not readily available, it should be carefully ...