University of Eldoret Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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EFFECTIVENESS OF CHARCOAL FILTERS INTEGRATED WITH Moringa oleifera SEED EXTRACTS IN PURIFYING WATER FROM UNPROTECTED SOURCES OF KAPSERET DIVISION, UASIN GISHU COUNTY, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2019)Moringa oleifera Lam (MO) is a pan tropical, multipurpose tree whose seeds contains high quality edible oil (up to 40% by weight) and water soluble proteins that act as effective coagulants for water and wastewater treatment. ... -
ANALYSIS OF WILLINGNESS TO PAY FOR ALTERNATIVE LOCAL READY-TO-USE THERAPEUTIC FOOD FOR MALNUTRITION MANAGEMENT IN WESTERN KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2019)Malnutrition still remains to be a major hurdle in Western Kenya with mortality rates of children under the age of 5 standing at 64 deaths per 1000 live births; higher than the national average of 52 deaths per 1000 live ... -
THE INFLUENCE OF TRIMESTERS ON PROGESTERONE AND Escherichia coli URINARY TRACT INFECTION IN PREGNANT WOMEN ATTENDING MOI TEACHING AND REFERRAL HOSPITAL ANTENATAL CLINIC
(University of Eldoret, 2018)Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common health problem among pregnant women. The UTIs presents as either symptomatic or asymptomatic bacteriuria, which is a major predisposing factor for pyelonephritis that is linked ... -
QUALITY ASSURANCE AND STANDARDS OFFICERS STRATEGIES AND EFFECTIVE SECONDARY SCHOOLS TEACHER SUPERVISION IN NANDI EAST SUB–COUNTY, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2019)Currently, education standards in Kenya remain to be low as evidenced by the yearly results that seem to be constant or dropping. This indicates a problem in teaching and learning process and some Sub - Counties like ... -
Some aspects of reproduction and feeding habits of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) in three dams in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya
(Lakes & Reserv, 2019)Knowledge of the fisheries status of dams within Uasin Gishu County was needed prior to the government's plan to introduce fish and fisheries in the area. The dams were constructed in the 1950s and stocked with tilapia ... -
Coffee Production Challenges and Opportunities in Tanzania: The Case Study of Coffee Farmers in Iwindi, Msia and Lwati Villages in Mbeya Region
(Asian Journal of Agricultural and Horticultural Research, 2019)Coffee is one of the most popular cash crops grown in Tanzania. However, its productivity has remained low due to various biotic, abiotic and socio-economic factors prevailing in Mbeya Region. These production challenges ... -
DEVELOPMENT OF A FERMENTED SOY BEAN FORTIFIED MAIZE MEAL SNACK (MKARANGO) TO ALLEVIATE PROTEIN ENERGY MALNUTRITION IN SCHOOL GOING CHILDREN
(University of Eldoret, 2019)Protein Energy Malnutrition (PEM) is a serious public health problem among school going children in Africa and other developing countries. Fortification of food fed to children with legumes is one of the most sustainable ... -
ENROLLMENT OF FEMALE STUDENTS IN TECHNICAL COURSES IN TECHNICAL TRAINING INSTITUTIONS IN NORTH RIFT REGION, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2019)The enrolment of female students in technical courses has not been equal to that of male students in Kenya. This affects the countries achievement of its millennium goals and the attainment of vision 2030. Due to these ... -
ANTI-MALARIAL ACTIVITIES AND TOXICITY LEVELS OF EXTRACTS OF FOUR SELECTED MEDICINAL PLANTS USED IN PARTS OF KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2015)Malaria is a life threatening vector borne disease and with a long history in Africa South of Sahara. Conventional drugs have been used to manage malaria only during the last 5 decades. The spectacular results of western ... -
Influence of Goal Setting and Sustainable Firm Performance of Commercial Banks in Eldoret, Kenya
(THE INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT, 2019)The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between goal setting and sustainable firm performance of commercial banks in Eldoret. The objective was to determine the effect of goal setting on sustainable ... -
INFLUENCE OF LEARNERS’ PARTICIPATION IN CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN KAPENGURIA DIVISON OF WEST POKOT COUNTY
(University of Eldoret, 2018)The purpose of this study was to investigate the influence of learners’ participation in co-curricular activities on academic performance in public secondary schools in Kapenguria Division of West Pokot County. More ... -
Effect of Employee Engagement on Employee Turnover Intention in Hotels within Eldoret Town, Kenya
(THE INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT, 2019)Employee turnover is a common problem in the hospitality industry and it is not country specific. It accounts for employee turnover of between 60% and 300% annually. The main purpose of this study was to determine the ... -
An Ethnobotanical Study of Traditional Knowledge and Uses of Medicinal Wild Plants among the Marakwet Community in Kenya
(Hindawi, 2020)Traditional plant knowledge and uses of medicinal wild plants were investigated among the Marakwet community in Kenya. Data were collected through interviews with seven traditional healers and 157 questionnaires for local ... -
LONG TERM DEBT FINANCING AS A DETERMINANT OF FIRM PERFORMANCE: A SURVEY OF SELECTED SUGAR MANUFACTURING FIRMS IN KENYA.
(University of Eldoret, 2015)The main purpose of this study was to analyze Long term debt financing as a determinant of the performance of sugar manufacturing firms in Kenya. The study was guided by the three long term debt financing constructs namely: ... -
USE OF CONSTRUCTED WETLANDS AND SAND FILTERS TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF WATER IN BOMACHOGE-BORABU, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2016)Degradation of aquatic ecosystems resulting from pollution, poor waste disposal management practices and inadequate knowledge is of concern. Water sources in developing countries are abundantly contaminated with animal and ... -
CHALLENGES FACING IMPLEMENTATION OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION INSTRUCTION IN PUBLIC PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN KENYA. A CASE OFNYAMIRA SOUTH SUB-COUNTY.
(University of Eldoret, 2018)Physical Education is of vital importance as it contributes to improved fitness levels as well as in the children’s physical, social and mental development. The purpose of the study was to investigate the challenges that ... -
EFFECT OF STRATEGIC ORIENTATION ON PERFORMANCE OF SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES IN NANDI COUNTY, KENYA.
(University of Eldoret, 2016)The main purpose of the study was to investigate the effect of strategic orientation on performance of small enterprises in Nandi County. The specific objectives include; the effect of learning orientation on small and ... -
TROPHIC ECOLOGY AND EXPLOITATION STATUS OF SHARK SPECIES (PISCES: ELASMOBRANCHII) IN THE NORTH COAST OF KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2017)Sharks are apex predators in marine ecosystems whose trophic ecology is likely to influence community structure and function in their distribution range. Despite this role, data on the trophic ecology and exploitation ... -
EFFECT OF REPLACING SHRIMP SHELL MEAL WITH HYDROLYZED FEATHER MEAL ON GROWTH, DIET DIGESTIBILITY AND BODY COMPOSITION OF Oreochromis mossambicus (Peters, 1852)
(University of Eldoret, 2017)This study was conducted to determine the effect of replacing shrimp meal with hydrolyzed feather meal on growth, apparent digestibility and body composition of tilapia Oreochromis mossambicus. Five hundred fish were ... -
INFLUENCE OF CHILD FRIENDLY SCHOOL MODEL ON LEARNING ENVIRONMENT IN DAY PUBLIC PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN NANDI NORTH SUB-COUNTY, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2018)This study was designed to determine the influence of Child Friendly School Model on children’s learning environment in Day Public Primary schools in Nandi North Sub-County. This model was introduced by United Nations ...
