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Household allocation of labor time in two types of smallholder farming systems in rural Kenya
(University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 1995)The study analyzed the effects of gender and farming systems on time allocated to work by agricultural households in rural Kenya. A total of 289 participants were selected from Njoro and Kikuyu divisions. Spot observations, ... -
An investigation into stone structures and earthworks of Bondo Division, lake Victoria basin, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 1998)This study is an investigation into Bondo stone structures and earth works in Northern Kavirondo. The objectives of this research include detailed description of the structures, their location and possible builders to ... -
The complimentary role of wild habitats in crop pollination: A case study on the eggplant (Solatium melongena L., Solanaceae)
(2001)In this study, carried out in Nguruman, southwestern Kenya, 10 bee species were identified as eggplant pollinators. Their foraging behaviour was shown to be affected by the prevailing ambient temperature and not time of ... -
Controlling loan quality: the management of non-performing loan portfolios in Kenya
(2002)The traditional function of commercial banks is to accept deposits and extend credits. These two areas continue to be the mainstay of commercial banking even today. The banking function is an intermediary role between ... -
An assessment of mobility limitations of the physically disabled in Nairobi: a case study of trip to CBD
(2006)Accessibility however necessary and desirable to all; physical abilities, socioeconomic characteristics and external environment may make it difficult for the disabled to overcome physical separations of opportunity areas ... -
Promoting child development through music: A comparision of preschool teachers' perspective in Kenya and United States
(2007)This qualitative study examined teachers’ perceptions on their use of music as a medium for enhancing development in all early childhood domains/areas (e.g., cognitive, communication, physical/motor, social-emotional and ... -
Morphological, Molecular, Yield and Quality Characterization of Vegetable African Nightshades (Solanum L. Section Solanum) Under Varying Culture Practices
(JOOUST, 2007)Vegetable nightshades, widely consumed in East and West Africa, are priority African Indigenous Vegetables (AIVs) earmarked for promotion through research and development due to their potential nutritional and economic ... -
Wetland Conversion to large-scale agricultural production; implications on the livelihoods of rural communities, Yala Swamp, Lake Victoria basin, Kenya.
(Diva enterprises pvt. ltd., 2008)Wetlands in most parts of the world are under threat of over-exploitation, loss and/or degradation partly due to agriculture and urban land uses. Yala swamp, the largest fresh water wetland in Kenya measuring about 17,500 ... -
Manipulative lowering of the water table during summer does not affect CO2 emissions and uptake in a minerotrophic fen
(BayCEER, 2009)We simulated the effect of prolonged summer drought by lowering the water table on three manipulation plots (D1-3) in a minerotrophic fen in South-eastern Germany in three subsequent years (2006-2008). Water table was ... -
Abundance and control of malaria mosquito larvae in the traditional water management agro-ecosystem of Kasagam, western Kenya /
(2009)This study investigated the abundance and control of malaria mosquito larvae in a traditional water management agro-ecosystem of Kasagam, Kisumu City, western Kenya. The study of larval habitats of malaria vectors is ... -
Women academics' careers in Kenya
(Lancaster E prints, 2010)This thesis examined the experiences of women academics in relation to their family contribution, educational experiences and, factors that motivated them towards academia, while highlighting strategies that they have ... -
An investigation into the provision of support services for learners with physical disabilities in the two selected schools in Kisumu East district, Kenya
(2010)This study investigated the provision of support services to learners with physical disabilities in Kisumu East District, Kenya. The study focused on provision of support services and their impact on socialization and ... -
Influence influence of politics on growth of small and medium enterprises in Kibuye market, Kenya
(2010)The study sought to investigate the influence of politics on growth of small and medium enterprises in Kibuye market of Kisumu city, Kenya. The statement of the problem was that SME’s within Kibuye market operate on small ... -
Independent and small scale urban water providers in Kenya and Ethiopia
(ProQuest LLO, 2010-03)In many urban centres of developing countries a large population is without access to water or are poorly served by the official water utilities. These rely on independent and small scale water providers (I&SSWPs). Such ... -
Simulation of the charge ratio of cosmic ray muons in extensive air showers using corsika
(2010-08)The interaction of primary cosmic rays in the atmosphere produces, among other particles, pions and kaons. They decay to muons, which form an important component of extensive air showers, which can be measured on the Earth's ... -
Evaluation of Nutrition Knowledge and Perception of good food among Nursery School Pupils in Kisumu Municipality-Kenya.
(Airiti Library, 2011)Child nutrition is one key factor that determines the outcome of human development and even influences the later quality of one’s life. Knowledge about nutrition and health is gained throughout childhood, yet there is ... -
Quality of education offered to children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in the era of free primary education (FPE) in rural Kenya: Perspectives of educationists, teachers and parents
(Victoria University of Wellington, 2011)The education of children with special educational needs (SEN) has been a focus of international inquiry. There is a strong advocacy for the inclusion of children with SEN in regular schools although this remains contentious ... -
Synthesis, mosquito repellence and apoptotic activity of functionalized monoterpenes.
(2011-07)The investigations whose results are reported in this Thesis involved the synthesis of variously functionalized p-methane based epoxides, hydroxylated derivatives, β-amino alcohols, β-hydroxy sulphides and C-gycosidic ... -
Challenges faced by the judiciary in the implementation of its strategic plans in Kenya
(UoN, 2011-10)Strategic Planning is a pro-active result based management strategy adopted by institutions with a view to achieving their desired future (Judiciary Strategic Plan 2005- 2008). Strategic Management Process is a new concept ...
