University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Linkage Between the Frequency of Tropical Cyclones in the Southwestern Indian Ocean to the Rainfall in Kenya During the March to May Season
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The economic activities in Kenya are heavily reliant on rainfall, particularly during the primary rainy season which occurs from March to May. This study investigates the relationship between the extended rainy season ... -
Impact of Beliefs and Social Determinants of Health on Treatment Outcomes in Hiv Infected Adults at Kenyatta National Hospital Outpatient Comprehensive Care Clinic
(University of Nairobi, 2023)BACKGROUND HIV remains a global epidemic affecting an estimated 37.7 million with 460,000 mortalities attributable to HIV-associated causes in 2020. Kenya has the third largest burden with 1.6 million persons living with ... -
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 ... -
Influence of Internal Control Procedures on the Financial Management of County Government of Homabay
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This research studied internal control and financial management of Homabay County. The independent variables for the study included financial monitoring, internal audit, automation and budgetary controls. The main theory ... -
Effect of Information Asymmetry on Stock Performance of Firms Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The fundamental objective underlying stock market investments is to achieve a satisfactory return on investment, a goal that proves to be exceedingly challenging in the absence of substantial information for predicting ... -
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 ... -
Organizational Core Strategies and Performance of Kenya Commercial Bank Limited
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Companies have progressively embraced novel approaches to enhance their operation. Organizational strategies act as the lubricants towards achieving holistic realization of long-term objectives. The theories underpinning ... -
Prevalence of Medication Non-adherence and Its Associated Factors in Ambulatory Patients With Systematic Lupus Erythematosus at the Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: The attainment of prolonged remission in the management of SLE has been hindered by medication non-adherence. Various factors have been shown to influence non-adherence. There is a dearth of data on SLE medication ... -
The Effect of Financial Technology Adoption on the Financial Performance of Microfinance Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The microfinance industry in Kenya is regarded as one of the most dynamic in all of Sub- Saharan Africa. It provides assistance to those who are economically disadvantaged via a wide branch network as well as a variety of ... -
An Assessment of Strategic Management Practice in the Leasing of Commercial Properties in Nairobi CBD, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Long term wealth is the main motivating factor in commercial real estate investment. Leasing plays a major role in commercial properties long term planning in achieving targeted cashflows and the subsequent returns. ... -
A Critique of Fundamental Policies Guiding Secondary School Education in Kenya in the Light of Pragmatism
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Exploring Audience Perception of Ramogi Fm’s Duond Mine Programme in the Fight Against Defilement in Homa Bay County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Communication is a vital tool that people use to share knowledge and solve problems. Mass media are a key tool for aiding communication between an individual or a group of people and audience who are scattered in various ... -
Community Participation and Completion of National Government Constituency Development Funded Projects in Marakwet West Constituency, Elgeyo Marakwet County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The introduction of national government constituency development funded projects in every constituency in Kenya was aimed at spreading development to all areas of the country. The community being the recipients of these ... -
Influence of Communication on Organizational Culture Change Management: a Case of Corporation for Africa and Overseas (CFAO) Motors Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This research studied the intricate dynamics of organizational change management in the Kenyan car sector, with a specific focus on the case study of Corporation For Africa and Overseas (CFAO) Motors Kenya Limited. The ... -
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 ... -
An Assessment of the Implementation of Results Based Management Approach in the Public Sector: a Case Study of the National Treasury, Department of Government Investment and Public Enterprises (GIPE)
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Results based management (RBM) approach has evolved over time as a management strategy into the public sector due to donor demand and pressure from taxpayers throughout the world. Use of the strategy in public and private ... -
Effect of Flexible Work Practices During the Covid-19 Pandemic on Employee Performance in the Insurance Industry in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on workplace relations and all firms have had to adjust their work models to ensure their employees perform optimally. Research has shown that increased flexibility among ... -
Project Management Practices and Implementation of Public Health Programs in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The purpose of this study was to investigate the influence of project management practices on the implementation of public health programs in Kenya’s Nairobi County. The study9s specific objectives were to assess the ... -
Effect of Liquidity Management on Financial Performance of Firms Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2023)A company's ability to rapidly fulfill its short-term commitments thanks to adequate liquidity lowers the danger of default and financial difficulties. Additionally, it offers the flexibility to fund strategic projects and ... -
The Contribution of Devolution of the Agricultural Sector to the Economic Empowerment of Women Mango Farmers in Mbooni Sub-county, Makueni County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Mango farming is a significant agricultural activity in Mbooni sub-county, and women play a crucial role in this sector. The purpose of this study is to examine the contribution of devolution of agricultural sector to the ...