Doctor of Philosophy Theses and Dissertations(PHD): Recent submissions
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Campaigns and Treatment on Alcohol Abuse in Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2021)Alcoholism is a serious problem in Kenya today and many adults are addicted to alcohol. The harmful use of alcohol causes a large burden concerning diseases, social and economic problems to the society. Mass media campaigns ... -
Induction of Molecular and Physiologic Changes in Larvae and Adult Anopheles Gambiae s.s. Mosquito by Murraya Koenigii Leaf Phytochemicals
(Kenyatta University, 2021)Plant-based constituents have been proposed as eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic insecticides for control of mosquito vectors of malaria. These synthetic products are increasingly becoming problematic mainly due ... -
Impact of Improved Sorghum Varieties on Poverty Reduction among Rural Farming Households in Tharaka Nithi County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2021)Poverty alleviation and attainment of food security are among the major concerns facing majority of households in arid and semi-arid land areas of Kenya. The Government of Kenya in partnership with other sector stakeholders ... -
Exploring Role of Media Convergence in Intrusion of Privacy: Experiences of Regular Internet Users in Nairobi City County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2021)Media convergence has triggered unlimited production and consumption of the Internet content by embracing novel smart devices and interactive tools that permit users, including audiences, to create and to share massive ... -
Phytogeography, Population Structure and Phytochemical Analysis of the Afromontane Endemic Prunus Africana (Hook.f. Kalkman)
(Kenyatta University, 2021)Prunus africana is a highly valued Afromontane species for its bark whose products are used for treatment of benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH). Increasing demand of P. africana bark has led to overharvesting of the species ... -
Pyramiding of Genes Conferring Resistance to Coffee Berry Disease Using Marker Assisted Selection
(Kenyatta University, 2021)The epidemics of Coffee Berry Disease (CBD), caused by Colletotrichum kahawae, destroy up to 80% of the crop on susceptible varieties if not controlled. CBD control using fungicides increases production cost and environmental ... -
The Relationship between Terrorism and Islam: An Insight into the Myth and Reality
(Kenyatta University, 2021)This was a philosophical research which focused on the social political philosophy to analyse the relationship between Islam and terrorism. There seems to be a disconnect between the understanding of Islam as a religion ... -
Gender Transformation in Cattle Rustling and Its Implications on Security Management in West Pokot County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2021)The purpose of this study was to examine gender transformation in cattle rustling and its implications on security management in West Pokot County in Kenya. Insecurity in some sections of Kenya especially the North Rift ... -
Mycotoxin Levels in Chicken Feeds and Products and Effects of Exposing Associated Fungi to Selected Plant Essential Oils in Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2020)Mycotoxins are secondary metabolites produced by fungi. The most toxic mycotoxins are particular secondary metabolites of Penicillium, Aspergillus and Fusarium fungi species that infect a variety of human food and animal ... -
Utilization of Mobile Money Services in Enhancing Household’s Financial Resilience and Performance of Micro and Small Enterprises in Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2021)Developments in financial innovations in Kenya has seen financial access gap drastically reduced. Specifically, mobile money has offered huge potential in boosting financial access in Kenya. As a result, 83 percent of ... -
Opinion Leadership in Online Travel Communities and the Purchase of Hotel Products and Services in Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2020)Opinion leaders are individuals who influence opinions, behaviour, beliefs, and purchase decisions of people in their social circles. Opinion leaders have been studied extensively in a traditional offline context, but ... -
Child to Child Physical Activity Managing Psychosocial Behaviours among Learners with Severe Intellectual Disabilities in Primary Schools in Selected Counties, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2021)The purpose of the study was to assess the effectiveness of child to child physical activity in managing physical and psychosocial behaviours of learners with severe intellectual disabilities. Objectives of the study were ... -
Commercialized Security and National Security in Nairobi City County, Kenya.
(Kenyatta University, 2021)In Kenya, the maintenance of security for the citizens had traditionally been the state‟s duty. However, non-state actors have come up to offer security to those who can afford to buy it. Despite this development, few ... -
Bioaccessibility of Iron and Zinc from Micronutrient Powder Added in Germinated Porridges among Children Aged 6-23 Months in Homabay County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2021)Iron and zinc deficiency remains a burden among Kenyan children. Point-of-use fortification of complementary foods using micronutrient powder [MNP] containing vitamins and minerals has been recommended to improve the health ... -
Determinants of Diversification of Livelihoods in Slum Areas in Nairobi City County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2021)By 2030 it’s projected that the world population will be 8.6 billion. With these increase, one of the anticipated challenges will be ensuring sustainable livelihoods. Over time households are being subjected to livelihood ... -
Evaluation Frameworks for Education Access and Performance Focussing on Gender and Equity: Case of Selected Secondary Schools in Siaya County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2021)Studies have been conducted in Kenya in the area of gender and education, but few have focused on gender and equity in the evaluation of education access and performance. This study sought to establish the availability ... -
Identification of Stem End Rot Fungal Pathogens on Avocado Fruits and Efficiency of Fungicides and Trichoderma spp. in Murang’a County, kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2021)Avocado (Persea americana Mill.) is a commercially important fruit cultivated in tropical and sub-tropical climates. In Kenya the fruit is cultivated for both local and export market, significantly contributing to the ... -
Attitudes towards the Influence of Runyankore-Rukiga on Performance in English in Western Uganda Secondary Schools
(Kenyatta University, 2021)This study was carried out to establish the attitudes, views and experiences of key education stakeholders towards the interface of (RR) and English with respect to performance in English at UCE, the final examination at ... -
Growth Performance of Tilapia in Different Culture Systems on Varying Input amounts and Aquaculture Technologies Adoption in Meru County, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2021)Prior to 2010 aquaculture production in Kenya was low, 4895 MT annually and adoption. Information on effects of various inputs on growth performance of tilapia, the best culture system and aquaculture adoption in Meru ... -
Macroeconomic Convergence and Business Cycles Synchronization towards a Monetary Union in East African Community
(2021)The world economy has undergone unprecedented intensification of economic and political integration since the twentieth century. Developments in trade and capital account liberalization, as well as technological innovation ...
