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Assessment of determinants of foreign banks investments in emerging economies: a survey of commercial banks in kenya
(2010-11)Greater foreign participation in the banking industry raises a number of important analytical issues such as; the factors determining a bank’s decision to expand its activities abroad, its choice of countries to invest ... -
Assessment of determinants of umbilical cord infection among newborns at Pumwani Maternity Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Background: The umbilical vessels remain patent for a few days following birth which provides direct access to the bloodstream. The cord stump can therefore be an excellent medium for bacteria. Infections are the single ... -
An assessment of development control systems in Vihiga town – Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Development control is aimed at encouraging the use of land resource in a way that promotes prudent management of the natural environment. It calls for regulatory actions to mitigate against negative externalities from ... -
An Assessment of Devolved Funds in Empowerment of Women in the Rural Areas: a Case Study of Gatuanyaga Division of Thika East District, in Central Province of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)The major aim of this study was to assess the empowerment of rural women through devolved Community funds for development, in Gatuanyaga Division of Thika East District of Kenya. Specifically, the study sought to answer ... -
An assessment of different participatory dissemination approaches in agricultural development in western Kenya with specific reference to Emuhaya division of Vihiga district
(University of NairobiInstitute Of Anthropology, Gender And African Studies, 2002)This study looked at seven participatory approaches which are employed by the various stakeholders in disseminating information to farmers in western Kenya. These include community based participatory approach, participatory ... -
Assessment of differentiation of vegetation composition and structure of dry and moist intermediate zones in Imenti forest, Mt. Kenya ecosystem
(University of NairobiSchool of Biological Sciences, 2011)Forests in East Africa occur in lowland and upland areas with some recognized as worlds' biodiversity hotspots. The moist and dry intermediate forest types occur on the eastern side of Mt. Kenya forest. Mt. Kenya forest ... -
Assessment of disaster management practices in school libraries with reference to Aga khan academy Library
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Libraries and information centres a re vulnerable to a whole range of disasters. For instance , fire that is caused by arson or faulty electrical systems; flooding from burst pipes, or following heavy rain; ... -
Assessment of Disaster Management Practices, at the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Disaster is a common phenomenon that can happen when least expected and it often comes unannounced with disastrous consequences. Disasters are frequently happening around the world and organizations need to focus on ... -
Assessment Of Disaster Preparedness Against Terror Attacks In Boarding Secondary Schools: A Case Of Public Boarding Secondary Schools In Githunguri Sub-County, Kiambu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The study was informed by the initial observation that terror activities targeting learning institutions are on the increase globally with some of the most recent incidences happening in the USA, Nigeria, Somalia, and in ... -
An assessment of disaster preparedness in tertiary colleges: the case of Thika Town in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)The background to the study captures the disaster situation globally, regionally and locally. Over the world, disasters have wrecked havoc to developmental gains spanning for many years in the history of many countries. ... -
Assessment of Disease Activity and Health Related Quality of Life in Patients With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Background Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disorder characterised by inflammation in different organ systems. Disease activity varies from remissions to exacerbations and progression. Assessment of ... -
Assessment of dispensing practices and patients' satisfaction with pharmaceutical services Offered at Kenyatta national hospital pharmacies
(Department of pharmaceutics and pharmacy practice, University of Nairobi., 2009)Background: The label on the dispensed medicines has two main functions. One is to uniquely identify the contents of the container. The other is to ensure that patients have clear and concise information which will enable ... -
Assessment Of Dissolved Ions And Microbial Coliforms In Water From Selected Sites Of The Upper Athi River Subcatchment Area, Kenya.
(UoN, 2019)The Upper Athi River sub-catchment area has experienced exponential growth of human population since the turn of the century. This has led to establishment of satellite towns such as Ngong, Kiserian, Ongata Rongai, ... -
Assessment of Diversity and Role of Non-timber Forest Products in the Livelihoods of Rural Communities in Kibauni Hills Forest, Machakos County
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)This study was carried out to determine the role of Non-timber Forest Products (NTFPs) towards improved livelihoods in local communities around Kibauni hills forest, Machakos County. Data was collected from three villages ... -
An assessment of domestic water supplies in rural communities in Asals
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An assessment of donor funding on sustainable development
(2013)This study has relevance in assessing the impact of a donor aided project through International Governmental Organizations (NGOs) ie UNDP on the economic and social welfare of the rural population. This will be a case study ... -
Assessment of Dose Related Response of Intra-lesional Triamcinolone Acetonide in the Treatment of Keloid Scars at Kenyatta National Hospital: a Clinic Based Randomized Control Study
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background: Keloids are benign dermal fibro-proliferative disorders that arise as a result of trauma or infection that surpasses the margins of the original lesion. The lesions continue to enlarge over time, pain and itching ... -
Assessment of drinking water quality for residents of Kuria west in Migori county.
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The quality of drinking water is determined by measuring its physico-chemical, chemical, heavy metals and bacteriological characteristics. Quality drinking water is one which none of the above parameters can result to any ... -
An Assessment of Drivers and Management Practises of Land-based Conflicts in Tana River Delta, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Natural resource based conflict continue to be experienced in Tana River County despite many attempts aimed at resolving and managing of the conflicts. This study aimed at assessing the land-based conflicts within the Tana ... -
Assessment of drivers of community participation in participatory forest management: a case of Kessup forest, Elgeyo-Marakwet county, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The Forests Act 2005 enacted in 2007 revised 2016 has brought a paradigm shift in forest management as it upholds the principles of public participation in forest resources. The study examined the drivers of community ...