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Morphophonological Processes in the Noun: a Case Study of the Benadiri Dialect of Somali
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
This study is a descriptive research of the morphophonological processes involved in the noun formation in the Benadiri dialect. The study aimed at describing the inflectional morpheme used in the plural formation as well ...
Usasa Katika Ushairi Wa Kithaka Wa Mberia: Uchanganuzi Wa Maudhui Na Mtindo
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
Themes and style are two inseparable aspects in a literary work. This research mainly focuses on modernity of themes as enabled by the unique style in Kithaka wa Mberia’s poetry. The objectives of this study are: to ...
A pragmatic analysis of metaphors in HIV/AIDS discourse a case of Ekegusii
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
This research is based on a Pragmatic Analysis of Ekegusii metaphors used in HIV/AIDS discourse. This follows the fact that among the Abagusii people, metaphors are ubiquitous. These metaphors are basically used to relay ...
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 ...
Self-inscription in Becoming by Michelle Obama
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
Autobiography as an interface of the self and experience is pivotal in the study of "what" and "how" people represent their stories. Since her appearance as the First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama has been a ...
Narrating the Nation- Images of Kenya Through Individual and Collective Narration in the Dragonfly Sea by Yvonne Adhiambo Owuor
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
In this thesis, I explore Yvonne Owuor’s The Dragonfly Sea and how individual and
collective narratives in the novel mirror, interrogate, examine and reimagine the nation
– particularly Kenya. This study contends that ...
Optimization of Electronic Record Management System and Performance in Public Institutions: Case Study of the Ministry of Lands and Physical Planning Registry
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
The aim of the study was to examine the optimization of electronic records management systems in performance of public institutions with reference to the ministry of lands and physical planning registry..................
Disaster Preparedness in Academic Libraries in Kenya: Case of Jomo Kenyatta Memorial Library, University of Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
The purpose of the study was to investigate disaster preparedness in academic libraries in Kenya using case study of Jomo Kenyatta Memorial Library University of Nairobi. The objectives of the study were to: find out the ...
A Lexical Pragmatic Approach to the Study of Metaphorical Expressions Used in Selected Kikamba Gospel Songs
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
This study reveals the results of a research carried out on a lexical pragmatic approach on
metaphorical expressions used in selected Kikamba gospel songs. The study aimed at
analysing the types of metaphors used in the ...
The Contribution of Saccos in Enhancing Household Livelihoods Among Members in Bungoma County, Western Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
Despite the opportunities offered by Saccos to individuals to participate in economic development, the researcher is not aware of any study that has documented the extent to which Saccos contribute towards enhancing household ...