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Application of GPS and GIS in dairy livestock management:
(2008)
Dairy farming plays an important part in Kenya’s economy. Any activities contributing to itsimprovement can only improve the livelihoods of its dependents. Proper record keeping isa prerequisite for improvement in management, ...
To Investigate the effect of urban agriculture in reducing poverty in urban areas. A Case study of Waithaka Location, Dagoretti Division, Nairobi
(University Of Nairobi, 2008-07)
The rate of urbanization in Kenya has been increasing rapidly over the years
and this has contributed to the rising levels of poverty in urban areas. As.
result, majority of the people in urban areas have engaged themselves ...
An investigation into environmental imp acts of land use conflicts in urban areas. (case study: Zimmerman area).
(University of Nairobi, 2008-07)
Several issues cause adverse impacts on the environment. Key among them is the improper use of land as a factor of production. his stud i about the environmental impacts of land use conflicts in urban areas with special ...
Influence of building design on running costs of lighting in office buildings. (case study: Nairobi central business district)
(University of Nairobi, 2008-07)
This is a study of office building design and running costs of lighting in an urban setting. The hypothesis of this study is that architectural design parameters have an influence on running costs of lighting.
It has been ...
Measurements of heavy metals and natural radioactivity levels in soils around the titanium mining site in kwale district
(2008)
This study was initially formulated specifically to provide data of radioactivity and
elemental content of soils from two regions; Nguluku and Maumba, in Kwale District,
that are earmarked for Titanium mining project. ...
Predicting service life of plastic lining for water reservoirs using viscoelasticiy
(University of Nairobi, 2008)
The use ol High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) lining in seepage prevention in small ponds had previously been identified as having potential to drastically reduce the cost of water storage. However, in order to be able to ...
An evaluation of educational institution's facilities in supporting external users. a case study of the University of Nairobi, Main campus
(2008-07)
This study sought to evaluate the facilities of educational institutions and to establish
means by which they could be optimally utilized.
The specific areas of interest were the suitability and requirements for ...
Impact of road re-alignment on market centres development and road functionality a case study of Nkubu-Thuchi road in Imenti south district
(University of Nairobi, 2008)
The study seeks to find ut the impact of road re-alignment on market centres'
development and road function using a case study of Nkubu - Thuchi road in Imenti
South District, in the Republic of Kenya. The study further ...
'impact of institutions of higher learning on a town' a case study of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
(2008-07)
The provision of education and training to all Kenyans is fundamental to the success
of the government's overall development-strategy. The long-term objective ofthe
government is to provide every Kenyan with basic quality ...
An investigation into the provision of personal protective equipment (ppe) to construction workers and its Enforcement mechanisms. A case study of construction projects in Nairobi area
(University of Nairobi, 2008)
Adverse work factors and hazards on construction sites seriously threaten safety
of construction workers. Provision and enforcement on use if personal protective
equipments (PPE) as part of the safety management actions ...