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The social vision in Robert Serumaga's works
(Department of Literature, 1989)An examination of Robert Serumaga's works reveals that he has geared them towards imprinting a specific social vision on his readers to serve as a corrective to the rampant social problems he exposes. The core of his ... -
The social vision of genga Idowu's fiction
(Department of Literature, University of Nairobi, 2003)This study is an analysis of the social vision of Genga Idowu's fiction. The study relies on library research and the critical analysis of Idowu's literary works. It also demonstrates that Idowu's life influences the ... -
Social, cultural and economic factors impacting on HIV/AIDS risk perception
(University of NairobiDepartment of communication Studies, 2005)The research project sets out to examine socio-economic factors that hinder risk perception of college students regarding HIV / AIDS pandemic among the Kenya college youth. A lack of awareness of or unwillingness by our ... -
The Social, Legal and Economic Implications of the Establishment of Settlement Schemes in Kenya With Special Reference to Tamu Low Density Settlement Scheme
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Social-cultural Factors Affecting Women In Decision Making And Conflict Resolutions Activities In Garissa County.
(Faculty of Arts, 2013)Politics is about development, decision making and sharing the country’s resources. However, politics in Kenya is a male domain that women have found unwelcoming. To most women, it is hostile and dangerous for them to ... -
The social-economic effects of alcohol abuse on agricultural plantation workers: a case study at Keritor tea estate in Nyamira District.
(Department of sociology, 2007)Alcohol is the oldest and most widely intoxicating substance known to man. Alcohol consumption has evolved over time. In early times, it was preserved for elderly men who drunk it with order and at a specified ... -
A social-economic analysis of preferences for fodder legumes and information flow among farmers
(Department of Agricultural Economics, University of Nairobi, 2007-05)Low quantities and poor quality basal diet, and lack of high quality protein feeds have been identified as the major constraints to improved milk production in sub-Saharan Africa. In Kenya the problem is compounded by ... -
Social-economic Determinants and Outcomes Among Teenage-pregnancies in Machakos County
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The main aim of this research project is to investigate the socioeconomic disparities and outcomes among teenage pregnancies in Machakos County. Further, the study examined how these socioeconomic disparities influence the ... -
Social-economic factors influencing financial performance of businesses supported by micro-finance institutions in Kangundo sub-county Machakos County
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The SMEs sector has continued to play an important role in Kenyan economy. It is the objective of every entrepreneur to grow their businesses to large extent .To achieve this, most of the entrepreneurs make use of ... -
Social-economic factors influencing the crime rate in Meru Municipality, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)This research project was concerned with the social-Economic factors influencing the crime rate in Meru Municipality, Kenya. The objectives of the study included; to establish the influence of poverty on crime rate, to ... -
The social-economic influence of small urban centres on their hinterlands: a case study of Keroka town, Nyamira district.
(Urban and regional planning, University of Nairobi, 1997)The thesis represents an attempt to address the issue as to how small towns can and do plays significant and positive role in promoting rural development and prosperity. A central feature in the study is that the growth ... -
Social-political Factors Affecting Street Children in Kenya after the 2007/2008 Post Election Violence: A Case of Street Children in Eldoret Town
(University of NairobiDepartment Of Sociology And Social Work, 2013)The study sought to establish the socio – political factors affecting street children in Eldoret town after the 2007/2008 Post Election Violence (PEV) in Kenya. The study was guided by the following three specific ... -
The Socialization of Girls and Its Effects on Their Academic Achievement in Lurambi Division, Kakamega District
(University of Nairobi,, 1994)This anthropological study explores the gender differentiation in girls "socialization and how it is likely to impact on their academic achievement in Lurambi Division, Kakamega District. Its main objectives are to ... -
Socialization of secondary school athletes into sport in Kenya
(Department of Physical Education and Sports, 2012)The purpose of this was to investigate the extent of influence of significant others (parents, siblings, peers, P.E. teachers and coaches) and socializing situations (school and mass media) in socialization into sport of ... -
Socialization of Wholesale Trade in Tanzania
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Socializing Women Into Marital Responsibilities: the Emerging Phenomena of Bachelorrette Parties Among Educated Young Women in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2013)This study examines socialization of women into marital responsibilities with focus on bachelorette parties/ bridal showers in Nairobi County. In particular, this study sought to establish why the idea of bridal shower ... -
Socially inclusive development under the devolved system of Government; towards a green economy in Kenya
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Socially responsible investment, portfolio management, institutional characteristics and performance of mutual funds in Kenya
(2014)This study aimed at establishing the relationship among Socially Responsible Investments (SRI), portfolio management, institutional characteristics and performance of mutual funds in Kenya so as to address the four main ... -
Social–Cultural Attributes Influencing The Performance Of Women Funded Business: A Case Of Saboti Sub-County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Globally. Women’s involvement in Businesses is applauded as a necessary precursor to economic growth of nations. Women in developed countries have access to capital and the acceptance of women as business owners has improved. ... -
Societal Attitudes Towards Older Persons
(University of Nairobi, 2003)