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SCREENING STRATEGIES TO DETECT GESTATIONAL DIABETES MELLITUS IN AIC KIJABE HOSPITAL, KENYA
(KABARAK UNIVERSITY, 2020-11)Background Gestational DM has been associated with increased risk of perinatal mortality and morbidity however, screening recommendations are not clearly described in Kenyan guidelines. Kenyan studies have shown wide-ranging ... -
SELECTED FACTORS AND PRICES OF COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE IN NAKURU TOWN EAST SUB COUNTY, KENYA
(2024-11)The prices of commercial properties in Nakuru have fluctuated in recent years. In 2018, the prices of commercial properties in Nakuru declined by an average of 2.7%, with the retail sector being the hardest hit, registering ... -
SELECTED FACTORS DETERMINING THE CORPORATE CASH HOLDINGS OF COMMERCIAL BANKS IN KENYA
(KABARAK UNIVERSITY, 2021-11)The purpose of this study was to analyze selected factors determining corporate cash holdings of Commercial Banks in Kenya. The specific objectives of the study were; to assess the effect of liquid asset substitutes, ... -
SELECTED FACTORS INFLUENCING FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF SAVINGS AND CREDIT COOPERATIVE SOCIETIES IN KENYA: A SURVEY OF DEPOSIT TAKING SACCOs IN KERICHO COUNTY
(KABARAK UNIVERSITY, 2016-11)Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (SACCOs) play an essential role in economic development as part of the financial system. In Kenya, 63% of population benefit from SACCOs. SACCOs are vital instrument embraced by ... -
SELECTED FACTORS INFLUENCING FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF SAVINGS AND CREDIT COOPERATIVE SOCIETIES IN KENYA: A SURVEY OF DEPOSIT TAKING SACCOs IN KERICHO COUNTY
(KABARAK UNIVERSITY, 2016-11)Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (SACCOs) play an essential role in economic development as part of the financial system. In Kenya, 63% of population benefit from SACCOs. SACCOs are vital instrument embraced by ... -
SENTIMENT ANALYSIS MODEL FOR ONLINE PUBLIC PARTICIPATION FORUMS
(Kabarak University, 2023-11)Public participation (PP) is a key constitutional principle outlined in the Constitution of Kenya. It promotes democratic and accountable exercise of power. It gives the citizens opportunity to enhance self-development ... -
SMS-BASED AUTHENTICATION FRAMEWORK FOR A JOINT ACCOUNT ATM TRANSACTION.
(KABARAK UNIVERSITY, 2016-11)Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has transformed the way people conduct business today. The banking industry has not been left behind in the utilization of ICT to provide alternative banking channels. Competition ... -
SMS-BASED AUTHENTICATION FRAMEWORK FOR A JOINT ACCOUNT ATM TRANSACTION.
(KABARAK UNIVERSITY, 2016-09)Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has transformed the way people conduct business today. The banking industry has not been left behind in the utilization of ICT to provide alternative banking channels. Competition ... -
STRATEGIC FACTORS AFFECTING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF NYANDARUA COUNTY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN, KENYA
(KABARAK UNIVERSITY, 2015-11)Strategic planning is one of the most important determinants of organizational success since it influences the work performance. Effective strategic planning leads to success while, on the other hand, poor planning will ... -
STRATEGIC FACTORS AFFECTING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF NYANDARUA COUNTY INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN, KENYA
(KABARAK UNIVERSITY, 2015-11)Strategic planning is one of the most important determinants of organizational success since it influences the work performance. Effective strategic planning leads to success while, on the other hand, poor planning will ... -
STRATEGIC FACTORS INFLUENCING TRANSPORT AND DISTRIBUTION OF PETROLEUM PRODUCTS IN KENYA: A CASE STUDY OF KENYA PIPELINE COMPANY
(KABARAK UNIVERSITY, 2019-11)The transport and distribution of the petroleum products by Kenya Pipeline Company is key in the social economic development of the country. Efficiency in the transport and distribution of the petroleum products ensures ... -
STRATEGIES ADOPTED BY KENYAN SUGAR COMPANIES IN RESPONSE TO GLOBALIZATION: A CASE OF MUMIAS SUGAR COMPANY
(Kabarak University, 2012)Globalization has become an integral part of our lives a process characterized by interaction and integration among the people, companies, and governments of different nations, a process driven by international trade and ... -
STRATEGIES ADOPTED BY LOCAL COMMERCIAL BANKS IN RESPONSE TO THE COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT
(Kabarak University, 2012)The commercial banks in Kenya are currently operating in a more dynamic business environment than before, since the market has been liberalized. Due to the liberalized economy, there has been intense competition in the ... -
A STUDY TO REDUCE UNACCOUNTED FOR WATER (A CASE OF NZOIA WATER AND SANITATION SERVICES COMPANY)
(KABARAK UNIVERSITY, 2014-10)Water is an important natural resource, indispensable for life and also the backbone of growth and prosperity for mankind. Kenya is a water scarce country with renewable fresh water per capita at 647m3 against the United ... -
STUNTING IN CHILDREN LESS THAN TWO YEARS IN RURAL AND URBAN HOUSEHOLDS IN TURBO SUB COUNTY, UASIN GISHU COUNTY
(KABARAK UNIVERSITY, 2020-11)Globally about one fifth of children less than five years are stunted with more than a third from Africa. Stunting is low length for age with poor cognitive and physical development. It occurs in the first 1000 days of ... -
STUNTING IN CHILDREN LESS THAN TWO YEARS IN RURAL AND URBAN HOUSEHOLDS IN TURBO SUB COUNTY, UASIN GISHU COUNTY
(KABARAK UNIVERSITY, 2020-11)Globally about one fifth of children less than five years are stunted with more than a third from Africa. Stunting is low length for age with poor cognitive and physical development. It occurs in the first 1000 days of ... -
SYSTEMS FACILITATING THE SUSTAINABILITY OF KAYAMBA MUSICAL INSTRUMENT OF THE MIJIKENDA IN KILIFI COUNTY, KENYA
(Kabarak University, 2023-11)This study investigates the systems that contribute to the sustainability of the kayamba, a musical instrument linked to the Mijikenda community in Kenya. The kayamba has been resilient throughout the significant historical ... -
TOWARDS WHOLE PERSON HEALTHCARE FOR FEMALE SEX WORKERS IN BOMET COUNTY, KENYA: IDENTIFY THE UNMET HEALTH NEEDS
(KABARAK UNIVERSITY, 2020-11)Background: Female Sex Workers (FSWs) have complex health needs that predispose them to a higher morbidity and mortality risk than the general population. They have unbounded challenges for example stigma and social exclusion ... -
UTILISATION OF MICRO FINANCE INSTITUTIONS FUNDS BY BORROWERS IN ARID AND SEMI-ARID LANDS IN KENYA: A SURVEY OF MARALAL TOWN.
(Kabarak University, 2012-10)The study sought to establish whether borrowed funds from MFIs are effectively applied and used for the intended purposes. Despite a lot of effort in terms of resource availability, the poverty levels are still very ... -
UTILIZATION OF M-PESA AND PERFORMANCE OF SMALL AND MEDIUM SCALE BUSINESSES IN NAKURU TOWN
(KABARAK UNIVERSITY, 2015-11)The purpose of this research study was to investigate the effect of M-Pesa utilization on the performance of Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (SMEs) in Nakuru town. MPesa is an SMS‐based money transfer system that allows ...
