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Media coverage of maternal health in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)
This study explored media coverage of maternal health in Kenya, with the specific objectives of determining the extent and depth of maternal health in Kenya. The study was conducted in two media houses in Kenya, The Nation ...
Assessment of cardio-respiratory fitness: a study of male medical students and matched controls from other disciplines at Moi University
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)
Cardio-respiratory fitness (CF) is crucial to health among all age groups and high levels are attained following involvement in physical activity (PA). Its assessment involves measurement of physiological markers like heart ...
The role of milk processors in poverty reduction among small scale dairy farmers: case study of NKCC Ltd Eldoret suppliers
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)
The aim of this research study was to analyze the socio-economic role of milk processors to poverty and hunger reduction among small scale dairy farmers. Processors playa critical role in the dairy sector of value addition ...
Antimicrobial susceptibility patterns of bacterial isolates from urine samples amongst paediatric patients as seen on routine urine bench in bacteriology lab in a private sector city hospital. a retrospective study
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)
Introduction
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are an important cause of childhood morbidity. There has been growing concern over the global increase in microbial resistance to most commonly used antimicrobials. Although ...
The impact of micro-finance on women's socio-economic empowernment in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)
This study discusses the impact of micro- finance services on the economic and social welfare offemale micro-entrepreneurs in Nairobi, Kenya. The main questions addressed by the study were: (1) How has micro-finance ...
Strategic planning and efficiency of the banking sector:A case of Kenya commercial bank limited
(2012)
This study was undertaken with the primary purpose of determining if there was any correlation between strategic planning and the level of efficiency of firms in the banking industry. To accomplish this task, data were ...
Efficiency of Cyber Café Operators in Issuance of Kenya Revenue Authority Personal Identification Numbers in Nyeri Town, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2012)
Many approaches have been established by businesses and government alike towards efficient service delivery and one of them includes electronic administration. Electronic administration involves development of such ...
Challenges of managing cross-boundary ecosystems: a case study of MT.Elgon Ecosystem (Kenya/Uganda)
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)
Ecosystems provide essential goods and services which are important for human survival and alleviation of poverty. Prudent management of ecosystems will ensure that these benefits are harvested effectively and efficiently. ...
Impact of ICT-based market information service projects on smallholder farm input use and productivity: the case of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)
Information asymmetry has traditionally constrained smallholder farmers' access to markets. Past studies indicate that it contributes to low adoption of modem agricultural technologies that , have the capacity to enhance ...
Prevalence of malnutrition and related factors among children aged 6-60 months admitted at Siaya District Hospital Paediatric wards
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)
Background: Malnutrition is a worldwide public health problem that affects the growth and development of children under the age of five years. It is also associated with a high morbidity and mortality in this age group. ...