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The challenges of regional integration: a case study of the East Africa Community 2000-2010
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)
This study seeks to find out the challenges that are faced by regional integration arrangements in their attempts to integrate. In particular the research focuses on the East African Community as a case study. The interest ...
The impacts of refugees on security in the horn of Africa: an appraisal
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)
This study is concerned with refugees and their impacts on security in the Hom of Africa. Chapter one gives an introduction to the study. It begins by naming the countries forming the Hom of Africa and the factors contributing ...
Determinants of adoption of biogas in Kenya: the case of Kiambu
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)
At a time of rising global prices of fossil fuels and rising energy demand, household and industrial energy needs require Kenya to explore renewable sources as alternatives to traditional fuels in line with the 10% GDP ...
Influence of headteachers' conflict management styles on teachers' job satisfaction in public primary schools, Gilgil District, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)
Effective school management depends on collaboration and teamwork among teachers and administrators. Decision making in educational systems is frequently characterized by conflict and disagreement due to differences of ...
Effects of soil physicochemical properties and genetic characteristics on distribution of acacia senegal (L) willd. varieties in the dryland areas of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)
Acacia senegal is a dryland multipurpose tree species highly valued for gum Arabic production, agroforestry and desertification control. The aim of this study was to investigate the edaphic and genetic factors that affect ...
Utilization of woody plants during times of food scarcity from selected drylands of Iringa district, Tanzania
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)
Communties inhabiting marginal drylands are the most vulnerable to the impacts of drought and climate change. In order to survive they utilize various woody plants as food sources in times of food scarcity. This study was ...
Factors influencing contraceptive use among married women in rural Kenya
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)
Although knowledge of contraceptive methods is near universal, only 43 percent of women are currently using any modem method. This study analysed the factors influencing use of modem contraceptive methods among 3,620 married ...
Determinants of poverty in Homabay district
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)
Poverty estimates in Kenya reveal that poverty has been on the increase over time. This is despite efforts to eradicate the vice. Different areas differ markedly in resource endowment, geographical climatic conditions and ...
Perception on the factors influencing performance of Pre-school children with hearing impairement: a case of Kaaga school, Imenti North District
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)
Every child is entitled to education rights in Kenya. It is well recognized that hearing is critical to speech and language development, communication, and learning. A hearing impairment signifies a full or partial loss ...
The impact of research and development investment on Agricultural sector performance in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)
The study assesses the impact of R&D investment/expenditure on the agricultural sector performance in Kenya. Food security has been an important concern for the Kenyan government. In order to achieve this, the agriculture ...