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Volatility in stock returns of nse listed companies around general elections in kenya
(University of NairobiSchool Of Business, University Of Nairobi, 2012-07)The objective of the study was to examine volatility in stock returns of listed companies around general elections in Kenya. The study considered twenty companies out of the forty seven quoted firms at the NSE between1997 ... -
Volatility of stock returns:An empirical analysis of the Nairobi Stock Exchange
(Department of Economics, University of Nairobi, 2003-09-29)This study analyzes the volatility structure of stock returns in an emerging stock market (NSE) covering the period 2nd January 1992 to 30th June 2003. The study utilizes daily stock returns calculated as log (Pt/Pt-1) where ... -
Voluntary repatriation and resettlement of refugees in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)The global refugee problem requires an analysis of the size of the problem from the various dimensions and linkages that refugee issues exhibit nationally, regionally and internationally. Such an analysis allows understanding ... -
Voluntary Repatriation of Urban Somali Refugees From Kenya: a Case for Inclusion in the Decision Making Process
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Voluntary repatriation is enshrined in the international human rights instruments as the right to return to one’s own country. This implies that any person – including refugees – must be able to exercise the right. Under ... -
Volunteerism in kenya:A case study of a community based organisation in Kenya, . The Kenya red cross society
(Department of sociology, 2003)As an area of sociological inquiry, the study of volunteering generally ranks lower than other areas. Much of the knowledge extant on volunteering is generated in the developed world, with ... -
Volunteers’ Perceptions and Experiences of Clinical Research Participation in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Background: The conduct of clinical research in low resource settings faces unique chal-lenges that compromise optimal recruitment and participation of volunteers into studies. In Kenya, at KAVI-Institute of Clinical ... -
Vom Einsatz Einer Kommunikation Slern Software Zur Optimierung Der Sprechfertigkeit Im Daf-unterricht in Kamerun
(University of Nairobi, 2016)This study aimed at analysing the inadequate oral competence among the learners of German as a Foreign Language in secondary and high schools in Cameroon, and proposes remedial measures in form of a learner software. Upon ... -
The Voter Behaviour: an Analysis of Presidential Opinion Polls
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This study sought to investigate the efficacy of opinion polls in influencing swing voters in presidential contest in both Dagoretti South and Kibra constituencies in Nairobi County. Anchored on David Morley‟s Audience ... -
Vowel harmony in Kipsigis:an autosegmental phonology theory
(Department of Arts, 2006)This study is an attempt to make a precise phonological analysis of the Kipsigis vowels to achieve vowel harmony within the paradigm of Autosegrnental Phonology (AP) Theory. Chapter one is an introduction ... -
VP Shells and Argument Structure in Lubukusu
(University of Nairobi, 2022)This study discusses Lubukusu predicates within the provisions of one of the recent phases of Generative Grammar Theory; the Minimalist Program 1995. Its aim is to investigate and give a detailed description of how Lubukusu ... -
A Vulnerability and Capacity Assessment of Selected Tea Factories and Estates Within Kericho County
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2010)In the recent past, Kenya has witnessed several incidences of disaster. The intensity of the losses incurred reveal that the county is far from being prepared to handle or mitigate the extent of their impact. Factory ... -
A vulnerability and capacity assessment: A study of selected plants in Nairobi's industrial area
(Faculty of Arts, University of Nairobi, 2008)This is an exploratory study in which the vulnerability and capacity of selected plants based in Nairobi's industrial area is assessed. The objectives of the study were to identify the awareness level of industrial plant ... -
Vulnerability Assessment and Performance of the Supervisory Controlled and Data Acquisition System at Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)SCADA is an acronym of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System. This system is used in various industries for example utility companies, water,oil and Electricity utilities. Kenya Electricity Generating Company ... -
A Vulnerability Assessment of Information Systems Security at the National Bank of Kenya (Nbk)
(University of Nairobi, 2011)Every environment is susceptible to threats and security systems at NBK are no exceptions. The most common threat is the ease with which virus attack a system. The attack strategies, sophisticated techniques and the ... -
Vulnerability Assessment of Maasai Pastoralists Under Changing Climatic Condition and Their Adaptation Strategies in Kajiado County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Human adaptive responses to climate change occur at the local level, where climatic variability is experienced. Therefore understanding adaptive strategies at the local level is important in planning effective adaptation ... -
Vulnerability Assessment of Maasai Pastoralists Under Changing Climatic Condition and Their Adaptation Strategies in Kajiado County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Human adaptive responses to climate change occur at the local level, where climatic variability is experienced. Therefore understanding adaptive strategies at the local level is important in planning effective adaptation ... -
Vulnerability assessment of social risks facing Public Secondary Schools in Ruiru Education Zone, Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of Business, 2013-11)Vulnerability to social risks has been a matter of increasing concern in secondary schools in Kenya today. A comprehensive school security review is an essential step when addressing the security needs of one’s school. ... -
The Vulnerability Of Girls And Women To Hiv/aids In Kenya
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Vulnerability of Kenyan schools to disaster
(Department of Sociology, University of Nairobi, 2006-07)This is an exploratory study on the vulnerability of Kenyan Schools to disasters. As we enter a new century, our schools are likely to face formidable challenges not previously encountered in our history as a nation. ... -
Vulnerability of Kibera Slum Dwellers to Natural and Anthropogenic Disasters
(University of NairobiNatural And Environmental Disaster Management, University of Nairobi, 2013)Vulnerability to disasters in Kibera slum has risen because of poor urban governance in respect of planning and managing the affairs of the Nairobi city, which is a major driving factor of urban poverty and vulnerability ...
