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Ethnicity and electoral conflict in Kenya: a case study of 2007 elections
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)
This research is based on ethnicity and electoral conflict with specific reference to Kenya, 2007 elections. Causes and dynamics of ethnic related electoral conflict form an important component of the discourse. The ...
Stuctural realism versus entity realism: a critical evaluation
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)
The two partial scientific realist positions, called structural realism and entity realism make conflicting claims about our knowledge ofthe unobservable world. They appear to be mutually exclusive and create a tension in ...
Construction of a composite indicator on multidimensional poverty in Kenya using multiple correspondence analyses (MCA) : An application on the KDHS 2008 Data
(2011)
This study is on the construction of a composite indicator, which can be used to measure
poverty more effectively and precisely on the basis of Demographic and Health survey data. This paper looks at the history of measuring ...
An evaluation of the effectiveness of communication methods used to provide farmers with information. A case study of Kandara district
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)
A lot of research has been done on the methods that are used to disseminate agricultural information to farmers. However, very little research has been done on the various methods that are currently being used to disseminate ...
Role of provincial administration in community conflict resolution in Magarini District Coast Province in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)
The research study evaluates the role of the provincial administration to enhance local peace in Kenya. It seeks to assess the potential and capacity of provincial administration to address local conflict. While a discussion ...
Causes of students' low transition from primary to secondary schools in Kitui Central District, Kitui County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)
The purpose of this study was to investigate causes of low students' transition rates from primary to secondary schools in Kitui central district, Kitui County, Kenya. The following objectives guided the study: to establish ...
Women Alcoholism and its effectss on household welfare in Korogocho slums
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)
Historically, it is said that alcoholism has been seen as a male disorder. Its treatment methods have been mostly tailored to men. Previous research has shown that substance abuse affects men and women differently. Of ...
Determinants of Coffee production in the Kenyan economy
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)
The study is an assessment of the determinants of coffee production in the Kenyan economy. The purpose of the study stems from the observation that there has been a decline in coffee production over time. The study adapted ...
Factors influencing employee perception of equity in compensation among medium sized commercial banks in Nairobi
(2011)
The main of purpose of the study was to investigate factors influencing employee
perception of equity in compensation in medium sized commercial banks in Nairobi.
Employees perceive equity in compensation when their input ...
Modifiable lifestyle risk factors for hypertension among hypertensive and non-hypertensive patients at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)
Background: Hypertension is a common cardiovascular risk factor worldwide and is associated with a high morbidity and mortality. Various lifestyle risk factors are known to playa role in the initiation and maintenance of ...