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Anthropogenic Activities and Their Influence on Water Safety in Tseikuru Ward, Kitui County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This is an ethnographic study on anthropogenic activities influencing water safety around the points of collection, transportation, and storage in Mwingi North Sub-County, Kitui County. Further, the study examined the ... -
The Role of Women in Post Conflict Reconstruction of Human Settlements in Mogadishu, Somalia
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Due to their importance in peacekeeping and development, women's participation in country programmes is important to the achievement of post-conflict reconstruction. In Somalia, there is a robust influx of women as planners ... -
Influence of Dignity Kits Uptake on Daasanach Girls’ Attendance and Performance in Primary Schools in Ileret Ward, Marsabit County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The study examined the uptake of dignity kits by Daasanach girls in primary schools in Marsabit county, Kenya. It specifically sought to: establish how uptake of dignity kits influence the performance of Daasanach girls ... -
Socio-economic and Cultural Barriers Faced by Adolescent Mothers on Their Reintegration Back to School in Yimbo West Ward, Siaya County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This was a cross-sectional descriptive study on challenges faced by adolescent mothers on their reintegration back to school in Yimbo West Ward, Siaya County. The study examined the socio-economic and cultural barriers in ... -
Exploring the Influence of Female Social Science Students' Characteristics on Their Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practice of Emergency Contraceptive Pills (ECPS) at the University of Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Emergency Contraceptive Pills (ECPs) are highly effective post-coital interventions for preventing pregnancy. However, in low- and middle-income countries, including Kenya, women's access to ECPs and reliable information ... -
Barriers to Adolescents’ Access and Uptake of HIV-related Services in Kawangware Informal Settlements, Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Although HIV Testing and counseling have been widely accepted and implemented globally, some people still experience poor access and uptake. Adolescents from informal settlements are more vulnerable to HIV infections than ... -
Barriers to Male Involvement in Antenatal Care in Kanduyi Sub-county in Bungoma County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This academic study investigates the socioeconomic and cultural barriers that impede male engagement in antenatal care (ANC) within Kanduyi Sub-County, Bungoma. Employing a cross-sectional descriptive survey, utilizing ... -
A Gender Analysis of Complementary Feeding Among Children Under Five Years in Kamukunji Informal Settlements in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Family is the basic unit of society. Family involvement in complementary feeding offers the prospect of improved child nutrition as it serves as the mother's social support aiding her decision-making process regarding ... -
Lived Experiences of Widows in Kabula Ward, Bungoma County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)This study seeks to understand and document the lived experiences of widows and to analyze the effectiveness of existing statutory laws and policies protecting widows in Kabula Ward, Bungoma County. The study carries out ... -
Towards Understanding the Gusii-kipsigis Conflict Along Sotik/borabu Border (1992 to 2010)
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The Gusii and the Kipsigis have been engaged in conflict against each other for a long time. There also exists tangible competition for access to land and contest over administrative boundaries, politics of ethnicity, ... -
Barriers to Land Ownership Among Widows in Kolwa East Ward, Kisumu County
(University of Nairobi, 2022)This was a cross-sectional study on barriers to land ownership among widows in Kolwa East Ward, Kisumu County. The study investigated the extent to which existing Kenyan legal frameworks and tools aid widows in gaining ... -
A Qualitative Study of Urban Women's Experience and Coping Strategies Towards Domestic Violence During Covid-19 Lockdown in Kitengella, Kajiado County
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Domestic violence encompasses many forms of violence, including sexual, psychological (emotional), and physical abuse an intimate partner, a relation or a friend in a domestic setting. DV is a global social and public ... -
The Experiences of Female Survivors of Gender Based Violence in Recovery Centres in Nairobi City County.
(2022)The main aim of this descriptive study was to examine the experiences of female survivors of GBV in two recovery centres in Nairobi City County. The study intended to document these women’s journeys as they sought support ... -
Socio-economic Factors Affecting Women Participation in Elective Politics in Embu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The issue of women's representation in elective politics is still a challenge in Kenya. Women have fought fiercely to ascend high political offices and represent the national and county assembly properly. The study ... -
The Contribution of Trust in Quality Groundnuts Seed Selection and Sourcing Among Small-holder Farmers in Uganda
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This was a cross-sectional descriptive study on the contribution of trust in quality groundnuts seedselection and sourcing among small holder farmers in Uganda. The study documents the role of trust in farmer’s (male/female) ... -
Water security risks and coping mechanisms among sedentarized pastoralists in Isiolo County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study was conducted in Isiolo Sub-County of Isiolo County. Underpinned by cross-sectional design, the study investigated water security risks and coping mechanisms among sedentarized pastoralists in Isiolo County. The ... -
Maasai medicine : Practicing health and therapy in Ngorongoro conservation area, Tanzania1997
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Determinants of fertility preferences among young married men in Gatanga Sub-County, Muranga County
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This was a cross-sectional study with the main objective of investigating the determinants of fertility preferences among married young men in Gatanga Sub-County, Muranga County. The specific objectives of this study were ... -
The contribution of Women Leaders in the fight against corruption in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)This was an exploratory study on the contribution of women leaders in the fight against corruption in Kenya. Specifically, the study examined the roles played and the challenges faced by women leaders in fighting corruption. ... -
Factors Influencing Male Involvement In Young Children Feeding Practices: A Case Of Dagoretti Informal Settlements.
(University of Nairobi, 2020)The involvement of men in maternal and child nutrition, presents an opportunity for improvement child and maternal nutrition as men often play a key role in decision-making particularly regarding access to foods and spending ...