Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences (FoA&SS / FoL / FBM): Recent submissions
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Determinants of Agricultural Productivity Growth: Evidence From Somalia
(University of nairobi, 2022)This research examined the empirical relationship between agricultural productivity and variables affecting the scale of agricultural productivity growth in Somalia, in a period of time from 1991 to 2020, a multivariate ... -
Role of Regional Organizations in Environmental Migration Governance: a Comparative Study of Au and Eu
(University of nairobi, 2022)The study sought to examine the trends and patterns of environmental migration, explore the role of AU and EU in development of environmental migration governance, and examine the challenges experienced by AU and EU on ... -
Access to Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights of Underage Girls in Sex Work in Kenya.
(University of nairobi, 2020)This research seeks to address access to sexual and reproductive health and rights of underage girls in sex work in Kenya. The study evaluates the status of girl’s involvement in sex work and the extent to which they ... -
The relationship between firm size and profitability of microfinance institutions in kenya
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Essays on Public Spending and Economic Growth in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Government spending and its consequence to the economic growth have pre-occupied policymakers in many countries because high level of government expenditure hinders economic growth. Nevertheless, the debate has not been ... -
Stakeholders’ Involvement and Implementation of Child Protection Programs by Charitable Organizations in Kenya: a Case of Five Compassion International’s Projects in Marsabit County
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Child protection has become one of the key activities by many charitable organizations especially those that are focused on child development. This is because of the growing need of protecting and safeguarding children ... -
The Influence of Communication on Harm Reduction for People Who Use Drugs (PWUDs): the Case of Regional HIV and Harm Reduction Programme
(University of Nairobi, 2022)With increasing narcotic drug use globally and in East Africa, harm reduction in relation to drug use is quickly gaining ground as an alternative to addressing and managing the drug use problem. The overall objective of ... -
Bank Financial Intermediation and Economic Growth in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Financial intermediation of commercial banks promotes economic growth in Kenya by mobilizing funds from areas with surplus and distributes them to areas with less funds thus economic growth is achieved following an efficient ... -
The Role of Participatory Communication in Resettlement for Development: a Case Study of Resettlement by Kengen in Olkaria
(University of Nairobi, 2022)This research sought to assess the part that participatory communication had on KenGen's relocation in Olkaria. The study's goals were to: 1. ascertain the degree to which participatory communication was utilized throughout ... -
Vocational Entrepreneurial Training and the Success of Youth-owned Enterprises in Kasarani Sub-county, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2022)One of the immerging issue relates to how vocational entrepreneurial training affects the success of enterprises. An investigation of the link between vocational entrepreneurial training and the success enterprises owned ... -
Determinants of Private Sector Credit Growth in Kenya, Does Interbank Lending Matter?
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Capital as factor of production is a key input in both the private and the public sector for growth and development. Regulation plays an important role in maintaining the balance between the demand and supply side hence ... -
Security Strategies Used by Gated Communities in Enhancing Residential Security: a Case Study of Kitengela Township in Kajiado County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Gated communities have emerged to be the preferred residential choice for many home buyers both globally and locally. These communities provide safety, privacy, and prestige to the residents due to their enhanced security ... -
Assessing the Contribution of Participatory Communication in the Fight Against Female Genital Mutilation Among the Marakwet Community
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The Kenyan government has set 2022 as the timeframe for abolishing female genital mutilation across the country. The findings of this study might be used to improve existing communication approaches, therefore supporting ... -
Tamaa Na Athari Zake Katika Jamii: Ulinganishi Wa Ua La Faraja Na Paradiso
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Katika tasnifu hii, tumeshughulikia tamaa na athari zake katika jamii: ulinganishi wa Ua la Faraja ya W. E. Mkufya (2008) na Paradiso ya J. Habwe (2014). Tumetumia nadharia ya maadili kuhakiki kazi hizi. Tasnifu hii yetu ... -
Healthcare-seeking Behaviour for Acute Respiratory Tract Infections Among Under 5-years Old Children in Rural Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Acute Respiratory Infections (ARIs) are the number one cause of death in young children, accounting for more than two-fifths of all deaths in Sub-Saharan African countries. ARIs are still the chief cause of below 5 mortalities ... -
Influence of Devolution on Public Service Delivery: a Case of Samburu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The purpose of this study was to examine the influence of devolution on public service delivery in Samburu County. The study was guided by three research questions namely: what is the influence of devolution on effective ... -
Representation of the Disabled in the Media: a Study of Beyond the Limit Tv Programme
(University of Nairobi, 2022)This study seeks to examine how Beyond The Limit weekly TV magazine reports on disabilityrelated issues and Persons Living With Disability (PLWDs) in Kenya. Agenda setting and framing theories suggest that TV viewers are ... -
The Role of Environmental Diplomacy in the Conservation of the African Elephant-a Case Study of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Fauna and Flora in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Biodiversity is important to humans for many reasons including economic, ecological, recreational, scientific and cultural among many others. Despite these values, human activities have continued to adversely impact both ... -
Influence of National Hospital Insurance Fund on Access to Healthcare in Kenya: a Case Study of Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The study focused on the primary objective which was to investigate influence of National Hospital Insurance Fund on access to healthcare in Kenya. The specific three objectives were to establish the influence of National ... -
Consumer Engagement Practices and Performance of Women Owned Online Businesses in Kisumu City, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The purpose of the study was to assess the influence of consumer engagement practices on the performance of women owned online businesses in Kisumu CBD. The study was informed by social development theory, brand relationship ...