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Assessing the Potential of Social Media in Curbing Substance Abuse Among University Students in Kenya- a Case of the University of Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Substance misuse has long been a concern for university and college students around the world in terms of academics, health, and growth. Despite multiple efforts by various parties to curb the threat, the situation in ... -
An Assessment of Adaptation Measures to Climate Variability by Smallholder Farmers in South Sakwa Ward, Siaya County, Kenya
(2022)One of the key sectors in sub-Saharan Africa affected by climate variability is agriculture. The effects of climate variability results in low agricultural output and smallholder farmers are the most affected. This ... -
An Assessment of Cargo Containers Used to Provide Affordable Housing in Kenya: a Case of Embakasi West Constituency, Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The main aim of this study was to assess the implications of using container houses to provide affordable housing in Embakasi West Constituency, Nairobi County. The study’s specific objectives were to examine the people’s ... -
Assessment of Challenges Facing Inclusion in Physical Education Lessons for Learners With Physical Disabilities in Nairobi City County Primary Schools
(University of Nairobi, 2022)This thesis sought to establish the extent of involvement of learners with physical disabilities in physical education lessons in primary schools in Nairobi City County. The Basic Education Act of 2014 provides that all ... -
Assessment of Factors Influencing Undergraduate Students’ Choice of Physical Education as a Career Subject: a Case of the University of Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Sedentary lifestyle is on top of the list of the leading risk factors for death worldwide. Physical Education is one of the subjects that provides good opportunity for students and teachers to participate in physical ... -
Assessment of Flood Hazard Areas in the Congo River Basin in the Democratic Republic of Congo: a case study of the N’djili River Sub-basin.
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The issue of natural hazard in general and flood in particular is a topical problem that marks a memorable action in the world and specifically in Democratic Republic of Congo, especially with regard to the latest catastrophic ... -
An assessment of Geomophic Processes Responsible for the formation of Tors in Seme, Kisumu County, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The formation of tors has been a major discussion in geomorphology for quite a number of years. According to the old Welsh language tors refers to a heap or pile of rock, tor a free standing residual mass of rock which ... -
Assessment Of Geomorphological Characteristics And Land Use Change On Kiserian River Catchment In Kajiado County
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Urbanization process increases impermeable surface which causes change in stream discharge. Streamflow variability is the most important element in geomorphological process of erosion and sediment transportation. This study ... -
Assessment of Household Land Size and Use for Sustainable Food and Livelihood Security in Gatimu Sublocation, Nyandarua County
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The effects of land fragmentation on food and livelihood security has been experienced not only in Kenya and Africa but all over the world thereby necessitating adequate research to generate viable interventions. Various ... -
Assessment of Households’ Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices on Solid Waste Management in Nakuru Town
(University of Nairobi, 2019)A significant obstacle to implementing solid waste management (SWM) in our cities is lack of awareness and limited knowledge on SWM, negative attitudes, poor practices, lack of political goodwill and limited technical and ... -
Assessment Of Households’ Vulnerability To Flood And Drought Risk In Garashi Ward, Kilifi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Over the past five years, the coastal parts of Kenya have experienced a combination of extreme droughts and flood incidences. This has left a huge negative effect with regards to the social, financial, health, and ecological ... -
Assessment of Instructional Related Factors Affecting the Teaching of Physical Education to Learners With Visual Disabilities Within the Competence Based Curriculum in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)This study investigated the assessment of instructional factors affecting the teaching of physical education to learners with visual disability in Kenya. The study looked at the schools that are pursuing the competent based ... -
Assessment of level of Public Knowledge, attitudes and Perception towards Mangrove Forest conservation in Mesurado Wetland in Liberia
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Mangrove forests are among the most productive ecosystems of the earth; they are areas that are characterized by permanently or periodically waterlogged which offers the surrounding communities with socio-culture, economic, ... -
An Assessment of Newspaper Coverage of the 2022 Presidential Election
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This study examines media coverage during Kenya's 2022 presidential election, focusing on The Daily Nation and The Standard Newspaper to discern factors influencing candidate portrayal, media framing, and overall tonality. ... -
Assessment of Non-motorized Transport & Its Implications on Urban Land Uses. A Case Study of Kitengela Township
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Non-motorized transport (NMT) is a mode of transport that offers efficient, cheap, safe and convenient mobility. Encouraging use of NMT reduces reliance on use of vehicles thus reducing challenges facing the world through ... -
An Assessment of Safety Strategies in Handling Fire Emergencies in Kenyan Airports- a Case Study of Wilson Airport Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The purpose of study was to assess the safety strategies in handling fire emergencies in Kenyan airports. The assessment was done using the National Emergency Response Plan and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that ... -
An Assessment of Stakeholder Participation in Ward Development Road Projects in Westlands Sub-county, Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The study’s purpose was to assess stakeholder participation in ward development road projects in Westland Sub-County, Kenya. The study also sought to assess the level of stakeholders’ participation in planning of road ... -
Assessment of Stakeholders’ Participation in the Construction of Dandora New Stadium in Embakasi North Constituency, Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The stakeholder involvement in development projects has been a going concern by donors, NGOs and governments in general for better ownership and sustainability of the project implemented in rural and urban communities. ... -
An Assessment of the Changing Perceptions About Digital Dating Among the Youth in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The proliferation of online dating sites and mobile phone apps in Kenya has seen a steady rise in the number of people using such platforms to initiate romantic relationships. The main objective of this inquiry was to ... -
An assessment of the Climate change adaptive capacity among smallholder farmers in Trans-mara East Sub-county of Narok County, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Concerted efforts are required to sustain smallholders’ productivity in the face of rising climatic shifts. The present study sought to reveal the smallholders’ experiences in responding to climate change and variability ...