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Research management and administration in Kenya in a challenging research environment

Rampioni, Patrizia; Hunja, Carol W. (Emerald publishing limited, 2023-11-29)

This chapter provides an overview of the current state of research policy and research management and administration (RMA) in Kenya. Although RMA is an emerging field globally, it is not yet fully recognised in Kenya. The ...

Evaluation of population genetics of moringa oleifera provenances from coastal Kenya using single nucleotide polymorphism (SNPs) markers

Ondieki, Sarah K.; Korir, Jackson C.; Hunja, Carol W. (2024-11-08)

Population genetics analysis is aprerequisite to understanding how and why genotypes and allele frequencies and change over time between and within populations.Consequently, it offers insight into the process ...

Enhancing sorghum grain yield and associated attributes through in situ rainwater harvesting and soil mulching in semi-arid regions of Southeastern Kenya

Mwami, Boniface M.; Muasya, Reuben M.; Nguluu, Simon N.; Kinama, Josiah; Muli, Benjamin K.; Luvanda, Albert; Theuri, Alice W.; Wambua, John; Youcai, Xiong (fspublishers, 2024)

Inadequate soil moisture constrains sorghum production in dry lands leading to low yields. We conducted a study in Kitui County from 2nd October and 29th December 2021 to assess the impact of In situ water harvesting and ...

Development and application of integrated indicators for assessing healthcare waste management systems in Kenyan hospitals

Githinji, Muriithi J.; Njogu, Paul M.; Ng'ang'a, Zipporah W.; Karama, Mohamed (2024-04-26)

Healthcare waste management (HCWM) is an important aspect of healthcare delivery globally because of its hazardous and infectious components that have potential for adverse health and environmental impacts. The paper ...

Prevalence and determinants of distress at the start of chemotherapy among adult cancer patients in two tertiary hospitals in Kenya

Mwangangi, Franscisca M.; Makworo, Drusilla; Aluoch, Joash R.; Irene, Mageto (2023)

Background Chemotherapy is considered the cornerstone in the treatment of many cancers, but it also comes with its challenges. The distress experienced by patients at the commencement of chemotherapy is a critical aspect ...

Application of SARIMAX model to forecast weekly Irish potato retail prices: a case study of Kitui County, Kenya

Mutuku, Arthanus; Murage, Peter; Sewe, Stanley (PubMed Central, 2024-11-02)

The prices of Irish potatoes fluctuate with the seasons due to the influence of demand, supply, and macroeconomic variables such as inflation and interest rates. To effectively handle these variations, incorporating all ...

Effects of major fungal diseases on performance of sorghum germplasm under field trials in KALRO Kiboko and Ithookwe in lower eastern Kenya

Mulupi, Ken Robert (2024)

Sorghum is a vital cereal crop especially in the ASALs of Kenya with potential of reducing food insecurity. It’s uses range from food for human consumption, feeds for livestock and as raw materials in industrial processes. ...

Institutional determinants of strategic plan implementation in public secondary schools in Machakos County, Kenya

Kawinzi, Jeremiah Mulinge (2024)

Strategic plan as a management tool can help to improve the performance of an organization since it guides all stakeholders to work towards the same objectives. It also makes an organization adapt to the ever changing ...

Usawiri wa vipengele vya kiuhalisia katika fasihi ya watoto: Mfano wa riwaya ya kijana mpelelezi, wamitila k. w (2007) na usiku wa manane, Kobia J. (2010)

Mboya, Rose Ndanu (2024)

Mada ya utafiti huu ni kuchunguza uhalisia wa maudhui ya usalama katika fasihi ya watoto mfano wa riwaya ya Kijana Mpelelezi (Wamitila, K.W.2007) na Usiku wa Manane (Kobia, J 2010). Hadithi hizi za watoto zimejikita katika ...

Optimal power flow on a 132-kv line with service potential transformer substations: A case study of Juja-Rabai Line

Kitheka, Joel M.; Nyete, Abraham M.; Musau, Peter M.; Abungu, Nicodemus O. (2024-06-25)

Most growing countries in Africa are facing serious challenge of high power demand which is not matched with expansion of power generating units, power transmission network and Power distribution lines. This trend has led ...

Capital structure and growth of consumer goods firms listed in the Nairobi securities exchange

Onyango, Benson (2024)

The consumer goods manufacturing sector has been identified as a sector with great potential for promoting economic growth and competitiveness in Kenya. However, the sector has been experiencing fluctuations over the years ...

Climate change perception, vulnerability and adaptation among smallholder farmers in Machakos County, Kenya

Kalia, David Makau (2024)

The unprecedented changes resulting from rapid and intensifying climate change have created extremely uncertain conditions for agricultural production, especially in ASALs. Farmers should, therefore, build resilience through ...

Effects of urban sprawl on agricultural land use in peri- urban areas of Wote town, Makueni County, Kenya

Omasire, Kwamboka Alice (2024)

Urban sprawl, often known as unchecked urban growth, is a major global issue because of its impact on the nearby agricultural land. Urban spatial growth is an inevitable process, which is why regulations are necessary. The ...

Influence of risk reduction strategy on growth of savings and credit cooperatives societies in Machakos County, Kenya

Muendo, Mickey M.; Wamitu, Susan N.; Musau, Kyalo (International research journal publishers, 2024-09-11)

Savings and Credit Co-operatives Societies (SACCOs) engage in the safeguarding of funds and valuables for their members, in addition to providing loans and investment financial services. However, this endeavor entails ...

Long term debt financing as an influencing factor to the growth in consumer goods firms listed at the Nairobi securities exchange

Onyango, Benson; Kabui, Anne C.; Wahome, Michael N. (2024-09-18)

The consumer goods manufacturing sector has been identified as a sector with great potential for promoting economic growth and competitiveness in Kenya. However, the sector has been experiencing fluctuations over the years ...

Head teachers’ management practices and learners’ academic performance in public primary schools in Makueni County, Kenya

Mutua, Ann Mbula (2024)

In Makueni County, public primary schools have continued to post low mean scores in the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education examinations showing declining academic performance each year from 2017 to 2021. Therefore, the ...

Effect of succession management on business continuity of community-based organizations in Kitui County, Kenya

Kimanzi, John W (2024)

Continuity challenges have been blamed on improper succession management, poor access to funding, and withdrawal of donors more so after COVID-19 and unresolved conflicts among others. Several research works have been ...

School based factors influencing implementation of special needs education curriculum in special needs units in public primary schools in Kitui west sub-county, Kenya

Kimanzi, Videma (2024)

This study was carried out in Special Needs Units (SNUs) affiliated to public primary schools in Kitui - West sub county, Kenya. The study sought to establish some school based factors that could influence the implementation ...

An investigation on service quality and customer satisfaction in five commercial banks branches in Machakos town, Kenya

Kavita, Patricia N (2024)

Banks are now facing greater competition on a global scale. In Machakos Town, new banks are frequently emerging, all attempting to capture a significant market share. Customers are more informed about their entitlements ...

Stakeholders’ intervention measures in curbing teenage pregnancy crisis in public secondary schools in Machakos county, Kenya

Musyoka, Julie Mutindi (2024)

Teenage pregnancy remains a persistent global crisis that profoundly impacts the socio-economic wellbeing of nations, citizens and families. It is a main contributor to school dropout rates, poor academic achievements, ...

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