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Utilisation of Entrepreneurship skills among TIVET graduates: A case study of Ruiru Town
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The wealth of a nation depends on its capacity to develop its human resources and not so much on its physical resources, and a country which is unable to develop skills and knowledge of its people and to utilize them ... -
Utilisation of industrial capacity and employment promotion in Kenya's manufacturing sector
(Depatment of Economics, University of Nairobi, 1980)The need for faster rates of growth of both output and employment In Kenya strongly calls for a fuller utilisation of the existing capacity of the industrial sector. It is generally known that there is widespread ... -
The utilisation of the implementation of conflict early warning and response network on the kenya –uganda border conflict, 2002-2013.
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Generally, the aim of conflict early warning is to identify critical developments in a timely manner so that coherent response strategies can be formulated to either prevent violent conflict or limit its destructive effects. ... -
The utility of a rapid point-of-care test for syphilis in an art clinic in Tigoni
(University of NairobiDepartment of Human Pathology, University of Nairobi., 2009)Problem Statement: The Sub-Saharan African region has a high prevalence of both HIV infection and syphilis. Access to diagnosis is poor or non-existent in this region. Syphilis can mimic HIV infection and vice versa. HIV ... -
The utility of bloody buffy coat smears in diagnosis of mycobacterium tuberculosis
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)Introduction: Tuberculosis remains a big burden in sub - Saharan Africa. Despite much progress on how TB infection occurs, its physiology and immunological interactions, definite diagnostic method is still out of reach. ... -
The Utility of Communication Strategies in the Management of Starehe Constituency Development Fund.
(2007-11)The purpose of this research paper was to investigate the utility of strategies of communication in the management of Constituency Development Fund. The research was meant to asses the utility of communication strategies ... -
The Utility of Cyberspace as a Force Multiplier in Asymmetrical Encounters: the Case of Alshabaab and Kenya Security Forces in the Horn of Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)This dissertation aims at highlighting the import of cyberspace in its informational context as a decisive component of ongoing engagement between Alshabaab and Kenya Security Forces in the horn of Africa. The study ... -
Utility Of Genexpert And Cytomorphology In The Diagnosis Of Extra Pulmonary Tuberculosis -At Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2016)BACKGROUND: Tuberculosis (TB) is one of the most common public health challenges in Kenya. Both pulmonary and extrapulmonary TB (EPTB) is an issue of concern. The advent of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) in Kenya has ... -
Utilization of new ICTs in communication among University students in Kenya: A case study of University of Nairobi journalism students
(Department of Arts- Journalism, 2009)This study set to investigate the utilization of new Information and Communication Technologies (lCTs) in communication among journalism students at the University of Nairobi. Data was collected using self administered ... -
Utilization of harzadous industrial alumina and iron wastes in the cement manufacturing process
(Department of Arts, 2004)This research was conducted with a major aim of improving cement raw material mineralogical composition; hence produce affordable and better quality cement. Limestone is a major component in the cement manufacturing ... -
The Utilization of a Case Study of Kenya’s Irrigation Potential Kibirigwi Irrigation Scheme
(University of Nairobi, 1984)This study is mainly concerned with evaluating a Small Scale Irrigation Scheme, Kibirigwi,1ocated in Kirinyaga district,, one of Kenya's high agricultural potential areas., The main objective of the study., is to add to ... -
Utilization of antenatal care and delivery services in Kenya
(Department of Population Studies & Research Institute, University of Nairobi, 2007)Kenya as a nation has put its efforts in improving maternal health more so reproductive health. There are free antenatal care services offered to all women though the same cannot be said of delivery care where women pay ... -
Utilization of donor funding and its effects on economic development of the intended beneficiaries
(School of Business, University of Nairobi, 2012)This research study was carried out to examine the utilization of donor funding by Non-governmental organizations within a contractual period, identify the contributing factors and the effects on economic development of ... -
Utilization of guidelines for management of severe acute malnutrition in children aged 6-59 months in Busia county referral hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2015-11)Background: Malnutrition is responsible for 35% of deaths among children under five years of age globally (Black et al., 2008). It causes 2.8 million deaths in children per year (WHO/FAO, 2014). The prevalence of severe ... -
Utilization of Herbal Medicine During Pregnancy, Labour and Post-partum Period Among Women at Embu Provincial General Hospital
(University of NairobiDepartment of Sociology and Social Work, 2013)According to World Health Organization (WHO), a vast majority of people in Africa and Asia rely on herbal medicine for their primary health care needs. The concomitant use of traditional and biomedical systems of care ... -
Utilization of human resource management information systems among small and medium manufacturing enterprises in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2010)The utilization of Human Resource Management Information Systems (HRMIS) promises to enable Human Resource (HR) departments deliver more service with fewer resources, save money, be more efficient, and automate to make ... -
Utilization of information communication technology facilities for research output amongst postgraduate students: The case of university of Nairobi Library systems
(2014)The study focused on utilization of information communication technology facilities for research output amongst postgraduate students at the University of Nairobi library systems. Objectives of the study were to assess the ... -
Utilization of Lighted Candle and Sealing Methods in Metal Silos for Management of the Larger Grain Borer, Prostephanus Truncatus (Horn) (Coleoptera; Bostrichidae) in Stored Maize
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Postharvest losses in maize in sub-Saharan Africa are estimated at 20% annually. Effective storage technologies will ensure food and income security for small holder farmers in developing countries. Larger grain borer ... -
Utilization of maternal health care services in Kenya: A Case of Meru North District
(Institute for Development Studies, University of Nairobi, 2003-07)This study investigates the factors influencing the utilization of maternal health care services in Meru North District, Kenya. In this regard it addresses the following specific research objectives: First, to find out ... -
Utilization of Maternal Health Care Services Offered at the Facility in Nairobi County: a Case Study of Public Health Facilities Performance
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Approximately 585,000 women in their reproductive age encounter death every year due to pregnancy related causes all over the world according to the World Health Organization (WHO). According to the 2014 Kenya Demographic ...