Journal Articles: Recent submissions
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On stock returns volatility and trading volume of the nairobi securities exchange index
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This study attempts to put forward a framework that can be utilized to model the dynamics of the underlying returns on asset. The intention is to probe the dynamic connection between volatility of stock returns and trading ... -
Impact of Corporate Governance on Corporate Value for Companies Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The study objective is to establish the impact of corporate governance on corporate value of firms listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange. From time to time, capital market authorities have issued guidelines and regulations ... -
Fibromyalgia- Reviewing the Epidemiology and Gender-based Differences in Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Objectives: Fibromyalgia is a complex disorder which presents with chronic widespread musculoskeletal pain, together with other symptoms like fatigue, sleep disturbances and cognitive disturbance. The cause remains unclear ... -
Mapping Services at Two Nairobi County Primary Health Facilities: Identifying Challenges and Opportunities in Integrated Mental Health Care as a Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Priority
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Introduction: We describe a facility mapping exercise conducted in two low-income/primary health facilities in Kenya to identify available service resources, cadres, and developmental partners as well as existing barriers ... -
Spatial variation of fine particulate matter levels in Nairobi before and during the COVID-19 curfew: implications for environmental justice
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The temporary decrease of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) concentrations in many parts of the world due to the COVID-19 lockdown spurred discussions on urban air pollution and health. However there has been little focus ... -
Highly structured TiO2/In(OH)xSy/PbS/PEDOT:PSS to be used in photovoltaic applications
(University of Nairobi, 2006)A new highly structured system based on TiO2/In(OH)xSy/PbS/PEDOT:PSS/Au has been developed for photovoltaic applications. In this device, TiO2, In(OH)xSy, PbS and PEDOT:PSS serve as electron conductor, buffer layer, absorber ... -
Air Pollutant Exposure and Respiratory Health Among Adolescents in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021): Indoor and ambient air pollutants are major modifiable drivers of lung disease in low- and middleincome countries (LMICs). Links between exposure to pollutants and lung disease are reported for multiple outcomes, but ... -
Mobile Loan Interest Rates and Wakulima Market, Growth Performance in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2021-03)Mobile lending refers to the process of lending over hand-held devices by a financial firm to an applying customer. Mobile-based lending has grown in Kenya over the last 10 years with estimates placing the platforms over ... -
ZnO:Sn deposition by reactive evaporation: effects of doping on the electrical and optical properties
(University of Nairobi, 2013)Tin doped zinc oxide thin films have been deposited by reactive evaporation, the deposition has been done at various doping levels ranging from 1% to 8%. The optical properties have been characterized using UV-VIS-NIR ... -
Pediatric Medical Emergencies and Injury Prevention Practices in the Pediatric Emergency Unit of Kenyatta National Hospital, Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Introduction The epidemiology and presence of pediatric medical emergencies and injury prevention practices in Kenya and resource-limited settings are not well understood. This is a barrier to planning and providing ... -
Declines in HIV prevalence in female sex workers accessing an HIV treatment and prevention programme in Nairobi, Kenya over a 10-year period
(University of Nairobi, 2021-07)Objectives: Empirical time trends in HIV prevalence in female sex workers (FSWs) are helpful to understand the evolving HIV epidemic, and to monitor the scale-up, coverage, and impact of ongoing HIV prevention and treatment ... -
Depression, perceived stress, social support, substance use and related sociodemographic risk factors in medical school residents in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021-06)Aims Little is known about mental health risk factors in medical residents and doctors in Sub-Saharan Africa. Residents are at a greater risk of developing depression, stress and substance abuse than the general public ... -
Prevalence and correlates of common mental health problems and recent suicidal behaviour among female sex workers in Nairobi, Kenya: findings from the Maisha Fiti study
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), poverty, violence and harmful alcohol/substance are associated with poor mental health outcomes in the general population. These risks are likely to be exacerbated among Female Sex ... -
Effect of Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymer Strengthening on the Axial Capacity and Ductility of Non-slender Square Concrete Columns
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This research investigated the effect of Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) strengthening on the axial capacity and ductility of non-slender square concrete columns. There is a problem of buildings collapsing in ... -
The Prevalence of Intimate Partner Violence, Associated Risk Factors, and Other Moderating Effects: Findings From the Kenya National Health Demographic Survey
(University of Nairobi, 2018-10)Intimate partner violence (IPV) is not only a fundamental violation of human rights but also a major public health problem. IPV is the most predominant form of violence committed by men against women. Therefore, our study ... -
Effects of Resource Management on Academic Achievement of students in Public Secondary Schools in Garissa Sub-County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The purpose of this study was to establish the effects of resource management on academic achievement of students in public secondary schools in Garissa Sub-County, Kenya. The study‟s objectives were to examine the effects ... -
Effects of Institutional Framework Lapses in Solid Waste Management; Case of Ngomongo, Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Institutional frameworks serve as vehicles for proper solid waste management. Lapses in institutional structures create ecological disasters that affect public health and environmental degradation. Municipal solid waste ... -
Relationship between Teachers’ Collegiality and Academic Performance of Pupils in KCPE in Central Division, Narok North Sub-County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Collegiality in schools is a phenomenon that has been advocated for and it is said to bear positive results in school management. The purpose of the study was to find out whether there is a relationship between teachers’ ... -
Testing the EPDS and PHQ-9 Among Peripartum Adolescents in Nairobi, Kenya: a Mixed-Methods Study
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Background: Cognitive interviewing is a well-recognised methodology to identify clinical and commonsensical relevance of mental health questionnaire items by our research participants. Depression is amongst the most common ... -
Empowerment of Urban Refugee Youths in Nairobi County, Kenya: A Socio-Economic Perspective
(2021)The ever-increasing rate of urbanization has led to a surge in the number of refugees and asylum seekers in the urban areas in the twenty first century. Much is not known whether these individuals can become self-empowered ...