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The Effect of Gender Inclusivity in Education and Employment on Economic Growth in Kenya
(University of NairobiUniversity of Nairobi, 2023)Gender inclusivity is the idea that all privileges and services are available to everyone regardless of sexual disposition (United Nations, Gender-inclusive Language). It is the availability of all resources and opportunities ... -
Examining the Effects of Under-five Child Nutritional Status on Household Catastrophic Health Expenditures in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Malnutrition has been shown to have a significant impact on household health expenditures, leading to catastrophic health expenditures (CHE). Given the higher prevalence of under-five malnutrition in Kenya, there is a need ... -
The Impact of Information Communication and Technology on the Productivity of Small and Medium Enterprises (a Case Study of Smes Within Kisii Municipality)
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The environment in which small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) operate is fraught with a great deal of unpredictability and is never static. Small and medium-sized businesses must be as dynamic as their surroundings ... -
The influence of gender of the household head on health expenditure in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Despite the growing budgetary allocation to health, the majority of the health system's funding continues to be private financing through out-of-pocket expenditure. Recognizing the household headship ‘role’ and the ... -
The Influence of Risk Management on the Financial Performance of Tier 1 Commercial Banks in Kenya in Post Covid-19 Pandemic
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the global economy, including the banking sector. In the aftermath of the pandemic, the financial performance of commercial banks has become a critical concern, particularly ... -
The Effects of Domestic Remittances on Financial Inclusion in South Sudan
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This paper evaluates the impact of domestic remittances on Financial Inclusion in South Sudan, with primary objectives centered around examining their influence on account ownership, evaluating their effects on access to ... -
Community Participation and Performance of Forest Conservation Projects: a Case of Kodera Community Forest Association in Rachuonyo South Sub-county, Homa Bay County – Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The increasing significance of encouraging community engagement has emerged as a crucial focal point in both the realm of governance and the administration of forests and other natural resources. Forests hold economic, ... -
Factors Influencing Children’s Vulnerability to Online Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (OCSEA) in Urban Poor Settings: a Case of Kibera Slums, Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (CSEA) is a universal problem with evident long-term effects. Its scope and practice have tremendously expanded and metamorphosed leading to its rapid spread. The metamorphosis stems ... -
Effect of Fintech on the Operational Performance of Investment Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This research aimed to critically analyse the influence of fintech innovations on the operational performance of investment firms in Kenya. Specifically, it focused on understanding how Peer to-Peer (P2P) Lending, ... -
The Effect of Gender Inclusivity in Education and Employment on Economic Growth in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Gender inclusivity is the idea that all privileges and services are available to everyone regardless of sexual disposition (United Nations, Gender-inclusive Language). It is the availability of all resources and opportunities ... -
The Effects of Domestic Remittances on Financial Inclusion in South Sudan
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This paper evaluates the impact of domestic remittances on Financial Inclusion in South Sudan, with primary objectives centered around examining their influence on account ownership, evaluating their effects on access to ... -
What Drives Tax Morale in Kenya?
(University of Nairobi, 2022)This research aimed at analyzing drivers of tax morale in Kenya. In doing so, it sought to determine the effects of perceived trust in KRA and government, perceived corruption in KRA and in government, national pride as ... -
The Impact of Cattle Rustling on Economic Development: an Analysis of Baringo County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This study is aimed at understanding cattle rustling and the impact it has had on the human condition of the people of Baringo and economic development as whole. It takes the asset-based approach and defines human security ... -
Tourism Destination Competitiveness Across Eastern and Southern Africa: an Application of the Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Index
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The growing competition among tourism destinations reflects the increasing global demand for travel experiences and the necessity for destinations to differentiate themselves to attract more visitors. Despite the steady ... -
Effect of Inflation Rate on Stock Market Volatility in Frontier Capital Markets: a Case for Kenya Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Policymakers and investors have been closely monitoring the volatility of stock prices in the capital market, which has significant policy and practice implications to portfolio risk management, pricing of derivative ... -
Effect of Trade Facilitation on Kenya’s Trade Performance
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The widening gap between exports and imports has been a subject of discussion for some time in Kenya. The problem with Kenyan exports is that it has been growing but not at the desired rate. The absolute value of exports ... -
Informal Small-scale Water Supply System: Influence on Water Service Delivery in Informal Settlements
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The research paper sought to examine the influence of the informal small-scale supply system on domestic water service delivery in Mukuru Kwa Njenga, Nairobi City County, by establishing the vendors’ primary water source, ... -
Effect of Financial Liberalization on Stock Market Returns at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Financial market reforms aim to improve the financial system of a country. These reforms should, in particular, include policies that should induce higher stock market returns. Most of the relevant literature has proposed ... -
Impact of County Road Infrastructure Investment on Employment
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The current research aimed to delve into the empirical connection between the infrastructure investment at the county level and employment outcome in Kenya. To be more precise, the study endeavours to scrutinize how county ... -
Quantifying the Relationship Between Air Transportation and Economic Growth in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Air transportation remains a core factor in the world’s economic growth. Thus, in the context of Kenya, this study looked at the connection that between air transportation and the economy. To conduct the study, the research ...
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