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The New Curriculum of Education in Kenya: a Linguistic and Education Paradigm Shift.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)
The current system of education in Kenya is the 8-4-4 structure, where children study for eight years of
Basic (primary) education, four years of Secondary education and four years of University education. This system
was ...
Sensitivity of vegetation to climate variability and its implications for malaria risk in Baringo, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)
The global increase in vector borne diseases has been linked to climate change. Seasonal vegetation changes are known to influence disease vector population. However, the relationship is more theoretical than quantitatively ...
Containment Studies of Transgenic Mosquitoes in Disease Endemic Countries: The Broad Concept of Facilities Readiness.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)
Genetic strategies for large scale pest or vector control using modified insects are not yet operational in Africa, and currently rely on import of the modified strains to begin preliminary, contained studies. Early ...
Good Manufacturing Practices and Microbial Contamination Sources in Orange Fleshed Sweet Potato Puree Processing Plant in Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)
Limited information exists on the status of hygiene and probable sources of microbial contamination in Orange Fleshed Sweet Potato (OFSP) puree processing. The current study is aimed at determining the level of compliance ...
Prevalence of bovine and avian tuberculosis in camel herds and associated public health risk factors in Isiolo County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)
A cross-sectional study was conducted among 308 lactating camels selected from 15 herds from three different camel milk clusters in Isiolo County, Kenya, to determine prevalence of bovine and avian tuberculosis using Single ...
Climate change impacts detection in dry forested ecosystem as indicated by vegetation cover change in -Laikipia, of Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)
The objective of the study was to detect and identify land cover changes in Laikipia County of Kenya that have occurred during the last three decades. The land use types of study area are six, of which three are the main ...
Constraints affecting dairy goats milk production in Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)
In Kenya, the population of dairy goats is about 200,000 and 80% of these are reared in Mount Kenya region. They provide a quick source of milk for consumption or sale, which has an immense value especially to poor households. ...
Insects for Income Generation Through Animal Feed: Effect of Dietary Replacement of Soybean and Fish Meal With Black Soldier Fly Meal on Broiler Growth and Economic Performance.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)
The ever-increasing animal feed costs are driving many vulnerable communities involved in animal husbandry out of business. The high cost is mainly driven by the protein source, which represents the most expensive component ...
An observational study of monitoring of vital signs in children admitted to Kenyan hospitals: an insight into the quality of nursing care?
(University of Nairobi, 2018)
Background:
Measurement and correct interpretation of vital signs is part of routine clinical care. Repeated measurement enhances early recognition of deterioration, may help prevent morbidity and mortality and is a ...
Pastoral Resilience among the Maasai Pastoralists of Laikipia County, Kenya
(MDPI, 2018-06-19)
This paper addresses pastoral resilience by drawing out the coping strategies and mechanisms utilized by the Maasai Pastoralists through a food system approach, based on the study findings of an anthropological study of ...