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An assessment of energy cost saving a cement grinding plant case study
(School of engineering department of geospacial and space technology, 2010)The production of cement is an energy-intensive process. The cost of energy as part of the total production costs in the cement industry is significant and warrants attention to energy efficiency to improve the bottom ... -
Assessment Of Energy Potential Of Biogas From Ongata Rongai Slaughter House
(University of Nairobi, 2015-01)This study focused on quantifying the amount of waste generated at Ongata Rongai slaughterhouse in order to identify a better way of disposal. Generation of biogas was explored in the study in relation to meeting the cooking ... -
Assessment of energy use at a liquid carbon dioxide production plant
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Energy acquisition and use have been of increasing concern. This being a valuable resource, many people are looking at it with a view of either reducing overall energy used or improving efficiency. An assessment of energy ... -
An assessment of environmental impacts of plant invasive species on Mulanje mountain forest reserve (MMFR) in southern Malawi
(University of Nairobi, 2014-10)n environmental impact assessment of woody plant invasive species was conducted on Mulanje Mountain Forest Reserve in Malawi where plant invasive species are regarded as the second largest threat to conservation of ... -
An assessment of environmental management in the export processing zones, Kenya, A case study of some selected enterprises
(University of NairobiDepartment of Education, 2013)This research sought to carry out an assessment of environmental management within the Export Processing Zones (EPZs) in Kenya, using some enterprises as a case study. The specific objectives were to investigate whether ... -
An Assessment of Environmental Sustainability Practices in Construction Industry. A Case Study of Tilisi Development Project Site, Kiambu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Construction industry in many developing countries continues to be a key pillar of economic development. In Kenya, the industry contributes to gross domestic product and creation of employment. Even with these contributions, ... -
Assessment of Equity in Property Taxation in Nairobi City- Case Study of Residential Properties in Buruburu, Kilimani and Riruta
(University of Nairobi, 2019)This research examines equity in local government property taxation in Kenya with Nairobi City as the case study area. Urban areas in Kenya are growing both in population and in physical extent. This rapid urbanisation ... -
Assessment of Expenditure and Budget Impact Analysis of Post-kidney Transplant Care at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background In Kenya, the Ministry of Health reported that 4 million Kenyans have chronic kidney disease with a significant proportion of this population progressing to kidney failure. In the event that kidneys fail, ... -
Assessment of facility readiness to provice quality delivery services in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)This study focused on structural and process factors associated with the readiness of Kenyan health facilities to provide quality and appropriate care to mothers during delivery; and the extent to which clients perceive ... -
Assessment Of Factors Affecting Adoption Of Environmental Management Systems (Iso 14001). A Case Study Of Parastatals Under The Ministry Of Environment And Forestry, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The rising need for both private and public institutions to enhance environmental conservation has led to development of various environmental related management tools such as EMS based on the ISO 14001 standard. The ... -
An Assessment Of Factors Affecting Consumer Awareness Of Dairy Goat Products In Kiambu County
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Assessment of factors affecting gender mainstreaming in education in primary schools in Namanga Division, Kajiado District, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)The gender imbalance against women is a reflection of a complex combination of historical, social-economic, social-cultural past and present policy factors. Those factors lead to unequal chances for boys and girls to enter ... -
Assessment of factors affecting implementation of ICT projects in Telkom Kenya Ltd, Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)The aim of this study was to investigate factors affecting implementation of ICT projects in Telkom Kenya Ltd. Organizations are complex in nature, their operations and strategic focus could be greatly enhanced by well ... -
An assessment of factors affecting success of youth Entrepreneural development in kenya: a case of selected youth Enterprises in Githurai
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The development of youth enterprises is of great importance in Kenya. Vision 2030 embodies the development of youth in entrepreneurial sector. In the recent past, there has been report of an increment of registration of ... -
Assessment of factors affecting the effectiveness of in-service programmes for Christian Religious Education teachers in public secondary schools in Mwala District, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)The purpose of the study was to assess-the factors affecting the effectiveness of in-service programme for CRE teachers in public secondary schools in Mwala district. The objectives of the study were:- to establish the ... -
Assessment Of Factors Associated With Breast Cancer Among Women In Nyeri County, Kenya - A Case Control Study
(University of Nairobi, 2012)Introduction: Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in Kenya (Mulemi, 2010) andthe second most common cancer among women in Nyeri County (HISR 2009), only second tocervicalcancer. It is the most common cause ... -
Assessment Of Factors Contributing To Underage Motherhood In Mwiki, Kasarani Constituency
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The terms „underage mothers‟ in this study are used to refer to girls under the age of 18 who have birthed and are involved in parenting the child. The study investigated the factors contributing to teenage pregnancy. ... -
An assessment of factors determining access and utilization of reproductive health care services by adolescents in Nairobi City
(2008)Adolescent sexual and reproductive health in Kenya is a relatively new and sensitive area mainly due to lack of formal structures to address of sex and sexuality. In an attempt to address the reproductive health challenges ...