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BIRTH OUTCOMES AFTER A PREVIOUS CESAREAN SECTION: AN OBSERVATIONAL CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY IN BOMET COUNTY KENYA
(Kabarak University, 2023-11)To curb the increasing cesarean section (CS) rates, a trial of labor after cesarean section (TOLAC) is recommended for women who have had one prior CS. However, TOLAC success rates from different regions are highly ... -
BLOCKCHAIN BASED SMART CONTRACT MODEL FOR REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT
(KABARAK UNIVERSITY, 2019-11)Industries worldwide are facing a technological revolution where there is a need for technologies that can speed up business processes with more safety and transparency. The real estate industry is among many other industries ... -
A BLOCKCHAIN BASED SMART CONTRACT MODEL FOR TENDERING
(kabarak university, 2022-11)nformation technology is the backbone for all 21st -century organizations that are looking forward to offering better customer service and gaining a competitive advantage. Today, the blockchain technology is being ... -
CAREGIVERS NUTRITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, DIETARY PRACTICES AND NUTRITIONAL STATUS OF CHILDREN ATTENDING NAROK COUNTY REFERRAL HOSPITAL, KENYA
(Kabarak University, 2024-11)The attainment of optimal child nutrition still remains a fundamental challenge in many countries. Sub-Saharan Africa is especially among the most affected regions globally. The situation could partially be addressed by ... -
CAREGIVERS’ BELIEFS ON HERBAL MEDICINE USE AMONG CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF FIVE YEARS IN SILIBWET SUB-LOCATION, BOMET COUNTY
(Kabarak University, 2023-11)The Declarations of Alma Ata and Astana recognized traditional medicine as part of primary health care. About 80% of people in the world today depend on traditional medicine to meet their health needs, because they are ... -
CAREGIVERS’ NUTRITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, CHILD DIETARY PRACTICES, AND NUTRITIONAL STATUS OF CHILDREN AGED 6-59 MONTHS IN MAJENGO SLUM, NAROK COUNTY, KENYA
(2024-11)Malnutrition is a significant health concern in developing countries like Kenya, mainly due to insufficient knowledge among caregivers and inappropriate dietary practices for complementary feeding. This is especially true ... -
CAREGIVERS’ PERCEPTIONS TOWARDS DECISION-MAKING FOR DO NOT RESUSCITATE ORDERS: A QUALITATIVE STUDY IN RURAL SOUTHWESTERN KENYA
(Kabarak University, 2023-11)need for palliative care services has increased with the rise of patients with terminal illnesses. Unfortunately, there is a need for more research in palliative care, especially on end-of-life care and in African societies. ... -
THE CAUSALITY BETWEEN TRADE AND BUDGET DEFICITS IN KENYA: TIME SERIES ANALYSIS (1970-2014)
(KABARAK UNIVERSITY, 2015-11)In Kenya, there are few empirical studies that focus on the relationship between budget and trade deficit. The existing empirical studies used panel and cross-section data to examine the relationship between budget deficit ... -
COMPETENCY OF MUSIC PRODUCTION GRADUATES FROM KENYAN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS TO PRODUCE LOCAL MUSIC: PERSPECTIVES OF GRADUATES, MUSIC PRODUCERS, AND MUSICIANS
(2024-11)Kenya's music industry, rich in historical and cultural diversity, has evolved from its pre-colonial roots—characterized by distinct tribal musical styles and instruments—into a dynamic contemporary scene influenced by ... -
COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE AND MARKET SHARE OF TELECOMMUNICATION INDUSTRY IN KENYA
(KABARAK UNIVERSITY, 2015-10)Firms across all industries continue to face the most disruptive market conditions in decades. Increased competition has only accelerated and the battle for market share is now more aggressive in the telecommunication ... -
COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE AND MARKET SHARE OF TELECOMMUNICATION INDUSTRY IN KENYA
(KABARAK UNIVERSITY, 2015-10)Firms across all industries continue to face the most disruptive market conditions in decades. Increased competition has only accelerated and the battle for market share is now more aggressive in the telecommunication ... -
COMPUTATION OF THE PROPERTIES OF ORGANIC-INORGANIC TIN HALIDE PEROVSKITE FOR PHOTOVOLTAIC APPLICATION; FIRST PRINCIPLES APPROACH
(2022-11)The energy demand in today’s society is ever increasing because of the continuous increase in population. Solar energy that uses solar cells which converts solar radiation to electrical energy is of great importance. ... -
CONTRIBUTION OF FINANCIAL DISTRESS INDICATORS TO CORPORATE FAILURE AMONG COMMERCIAL BANKS IN KENYA
(Kabarak University, 2012)This study examines the contribution of financial distress indicators to corporate failure for commercial banks in Kenya. Specifically, the study examined the contribution of cash flows, liquidity, solvency, profitability ... -
CONTRIBUTION OF FINANCIAL DISTRESS INDICATORS TO CORPORATE FAILURE AMONG COMMERCIAL BANKS IN KENYA
(Kabarak University, 2012)This study examines the contribution of financial distress indicators to corporate failure for commercial banks in Kenya. Specifically, the study examined the contribution of cash flows, liquidity, solvency, profitability ... -
DETERMINANTS OF BLUE OCEAN STRATEGY ON PERFORMANCE OF TEA FIRMS IN KENYA: A CASE OF TEA FIRMS IN NANDI COUNTY
(Kabarak University, 2023-11)Blue ocean concept plays a critical role in strategic management in organization especially in tea industry which has led to tremendous growth over the past years. It is in regard to this strategic focus that this study ... -
DETERMINANTS OF CAPITAL STRUCTURE OF MICROFINANCE BANKS IN KENYA
(KABARAK UNIVERSITY, 2016-11)Most capital structure studies to date are based on data from developed countries’ firms and very few studies provide evidence from developing countries. Capital structure of Microfinance banks in Kenya has not been ... -
DETERMINANTS OF CHOICE OF MOBILE PHONE BRANDS AMONG UNIVERSITY STUDENTS: A SURVEY OF SELECTED UNIVERSITIES IN NAKURU TOWN, KENYA
(KABARAK UNIVERSITY, 2016-11)The widespread use of mobile phones, the various information access it provides to its users, and the vast presence and significant impact of mobile phone on users’ daily life make mobile phones important devices to study. ... -
DETERMINANTS OF CHOICE OF MOBILE PHONE BRANDS AMONG UNIVERSITY STUDENTS: A SURVEY OF SELECTED UNIVERSITIES IN NAKURU TOWN, KENYA
(KABARAK UNIVERSITY, 2016-11)The widespread use of mobile phones, the various information access it provides to its users, and the vast presence and significant impact of mobile phone on users’ daily life make mobile phones important devices to study. ... -
DETERMINANTS OF CONSUMER PREFERENCES FOR HEALTH SERVICES PROVIDED BY PRIVATE HOSPITALS IN NAKURU COUNTY, KENYA
(KABARAK UNIVERSITY, 2016-11)Private healthcare system in Kenya have grown tremendously over the last two decades due to various reasons, among them lack of adequate and quality public healthcare services and introduction of user fees. This study ... -
DETERMINANTS OF CONSUMER PREFERENCES FOR HEALTH SERVICES PROVIDED BY PRIVATE HOSPITALS IN NAKURU COUNTY, KENYA
(KABARAK UNIVERSITY, 2016-11)Private healthcare system in Kenya have grown tremendously over the last two decades due to various reasons, among them lack of adequate and quality public healthcare services and introduction of user fees. This study ...
