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The role of information dissemination approaches on climate change and food security in Jowhar, Somalia
(2015)
The current study sought to investigate the role of information dissemination approaches on climate change and food security in Jowhar District of Somalia republic. The emerging threats worldwide to food productivity and ...
Determinants of choice of alternative livelihood diversification strategies in Solio resettlement scheme, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
Livelihood diversification by agricultural households in sub-Saharan Africa contributes
significantly to household income. Over the last three decades there has been increased interest
in literature on the subject. ...
Effects Of Habitat Overlap On Helminth Transmission Between Sympatric Baboons, Vervet Monkeys And Ungulates In Amboseli Ecosystem, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
In natural ecosystems, helminths and their diverse hosts co-exist as interacting ecological
communities, however the factors that determine which helminths (s) infect which host
(s) are not well understood. Habitat overlap ...
An assessment of mango farmers’ choice of marketing channels in Makueni, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
Improving market access for small-holder farmers is important in helping towards raising rural
incomes and reducing poverty. The Millennium development goal number one is to eradicate
poverty. Most of the poor are small ...
Prevalence of anemia in infants 3-6 months in relation to breastfeeding practises: A case of Mama Lucy Kibaki hospital,Nairobi-Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
Although studies have been carried out on breastfeeding and supplementary feeding of infants,
so far, little information exist on the relationship between breastfeeding practices and the
development of anemia in infants. ...
Use of cytochrome c oxidase 1 gene in identification of wildlife species: A molecular tool in forensics science
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
Conservation of wildlife is important for the sustainable utilization of wildlife resources in any country. Wildlife conservation entails among other measures, the prevention of illegal utilization of wildlife resources. ...
Awareness And Use Of New Information And Communication Technologies In Dairy Goat Marketing: The Case Of Meru South Sub-county, Tharaka Nithi County, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
Marketing of agricultural produce by the smallholder farmers has been evolving over time. In the
past, smallholder farmers mostly relied on physical contacts to connect with potential buyers of
their produce. This approach ...
Bacteria, Aflatoxins And Fluoride Levels In Locally Processed Herbal Medicines From Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
The increased use of herbal medicines has come with challenges of safety, quality and efficient
utilization. This study assessed the safety of the herbal medicines with regards to microbial
contamination, aflatoxins and ...
Effects of holistic grazing management on soil physico-chemical properties and herbaceous vegetation production in Naibunga Conservancy, Laikipia County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-11)
This study evaluated the effects of holistic grazing management (HGM) on biomass production and soil properties under holistic and non-holistic grazing sites. The study was conducted in two Group Ranches namely, Koija and ...
A survey of animal-bite injuries in humans and the economic burden of rabies in Machakos county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
This thesis describes a survey of a retrospective and prospective study conducted in Machakos County and the epidemiology of animal-bites in humans in Machakos, Kenya. The objectives of the study were: 1) to characterize ...