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Analysis of microbial infections in Camel (Camelus Dromedarius) milk and implications in Kenya

Matofari, Joseph W (Egerton University, 2007-06)

Raw camel milk production and marketing chain in Kenya was investigated for microbial infections and implications. Milk samples were taken using simple random sampling method in a clustered sampling plan. There were three ...
The influence of soil water content and nitrogen supply on growth, yield and polyphenol content of selected tea [Camellia sinensis (l.) O. Kuntze] clones in Kenya

Cheruiyot, Erick Kimutai (Egerton University, 2008-04)

Tea is a major foreign exchange earner in Kenya and it accounts for about 24% of the total value of the domestic exports for the last 10 years. The sector employs 10% of Kenya’s population directly and indirectly, and ...
A knifeless rite: Influence of selected characteristics on the Marakwet of Kenya’s perception of the counselling-based alternative rite of passage and levels of awareness of effects of FGM

Kiptiony, Gladys Jerobon (Egerton University, 2008-10)

The Alternative Rite of Passage (ARP) is an intervention programme sponsored by NGOs as an alternative to female circumcision (FGM). FGM is a cherished rite of passage in many communities in Kenya. ARP mimics the traditional ...
The role of career guidance and counselling in career awareness and planning among public secondary school students in Kenya

Ndung’u, Owen Ngumi (Egerton University, 2008-12)

Guidance and counselling programme has become an important integral part of the school system in Kenya. Career guidance and counselling services which are components of the guidance and counselling programme are vital ...
A comparative analysis of the structure and performance of Agricultural science and Technology policy system in Kenya and Uganda

Godiah, Lawrence Mugunieri (Egerton University, 2009-09)

Despite the acknowledged importance of agricultural science and technology (AS&T), little is known about the structure and performance of AS&T policy system in developing countries. The structure and performance of this ...
Factors influencing adoption of drought tolerant wheat varieties in the arid and semi-arid lands of Narok and Kajiado Districts-Rift valley Province of Kenya

Ndiema, Alice Chesambu (Egerton University, 2010-04)

Adoption of agricultural technologies by farmers is influenced by a number of factors, which include the farmer and farm attributes, technology characteristics and institutional factors. It is on this premise that drought ...
Genetic parameters and quantitative trait loci mapping in tea, Camellia sinensis (l.) O. Kuntze

Kamunya., Samson Machohi (Egerton University, 2010-06)

Efficient breeding and selection of elite tea (Camellia sinensis (L.) O. Kuntze) clones require sound knowledge and understanding of genetics associated with yield, quality and tolerance to biotic and abiotic stresses. A ...
Relationship between realization of right to adequate food and food security: A study among pastoral and small farm holder households

Muthoka, Stellamaris (Egerton University, 2010-08)

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights and International Convention on Economic and Social Cultural Rights underpin freedom from hunger and dignified lives for all. The study aimed at developing an innovative methodology ...
Performance and emission characteristics of spark ignition engines based on engine operating parameters

Langat, Langat Kipkirui (Egerton University, 2010-11)

Poor vehicle maintenance culture and high proportions of old vehicles are major contributing factors to high vehicle emission levels. The purpose of this study was to determine performance and emission characteristics of ...
Determinants of adoption of shade coffee technology and the role of agroforestry in the productivity and profitability of coffee in Imenti South District, Kenya

Ithinji, Gicuru Kirimi (Egerton University, 2011-03)

Agro-forestry has continued to receive increasing attention from researchers and policy makers’ especially in coffee farming systems but there is lack of sufficient evidence on its role in productivity and profitability ...
Occurrence, variability and management of Ralstonia solanacearum in potato production systems in Kenya.

Nyangeri, Johnson Bwomwenga (Egerton University, 2011-03)

Production of potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) in Kenya is constrained by many biotic, abiotic and socio-economic factors. Among the biotic constraints, bacterial wilt, caused by Ralstonia solanacearum (Yabuuchi et al., 1995) ...
Selected factors determining secondary school teacher demand in Kenya: Trends, effects and projections

Wamukuru, David Kuria (Egerton University, 2011-10)

Teachers are an important human resource in the teaching and learning processes and their training and utilization therefore requires critical consideration. The education sector in Kenya faces many challenges, including ...
The pathosystem of napier stunting disease in Western Kenya

Obura, Evans Odhiambo (Egerton University, 2012-11)

Napier stunting (Ns) disease, caused by Rice Yellow Dwarf (RYD) phytoplasma, is a big threat to Napier grass production and food security in Kenya. The disease destroys fodder completely, with a devastating impact on ...
Characteristics, feeding and marketing practices of the emerging peri-urban Camel production system in Isiolo County, Kenya

Noor, Issack Mohamed (Egerton University, 2013-05)

Pastoral camel management strategies in northern Kenya, characterised by free herd mobility that enables efficient utilisation of rangeland resources, is slowly but progressively adopting restricted camel foraging within ...
Molecular characteristics and putative functions of reproduction-associated proteins of Anopheles gambiae mosquito

Ayehngwo, Achinko Daniel (Egerton University, 2013-05)

In Anopheles gambiae mosquito vector of malaria, mating is mediated by transfer of a plug (mating plug protein) from males to females. In the females, the constituents of the plug include male accessory glands (MAGs) ...
Gender and political transformation in Kenya: a case study of women in Luoland, 1895-2002

Nyakwaka, Dorothy A. (Egerton University, 2013-10)

The impact of colonialism on African women and the transformation of their roles in the social, economic and political spheres has been the focus of many Africanist scholars. However, most of the works focus on African ...
Relationship between occupational factors, individual characteristics and burnout levels of student affairs personnel in public and private universities in Kenya

Adeli, Scholastic Nangila (Egerton University, 2013-11)

Job burnout is a state of mental, physical and emotional exhaustion resulting in job dissatisfaction, lowered productivity, absenteeism and high turnover at the workplace. Student Affairs Personnel in universities are often ...
Uchanganuzi wa vitendo neni katika khutuba za ijumaa na athari zake kwa waumini wa Bugisu, mashariki mwa Uganda

Matasi, Badru Haroon (Egerton University, 2014-01)

Language is a very important tool that is used by man to communicate messages, ideas andsocietal values. It had been claimed, however, that language used in Islamic religious sermonshad negative effects on the audience. ...
Towards indigenous poetics: morality and stylistic nuances in Ngugi wa Thiong’o’s Gǐkũyũ fiction

Muhia, Johnsons Mugo (Egerton University, 2014-02)

This study is a stylistic investigation of Ngugi wa Thiong’o’s Gikuyu fiction. Its purpose is to interrogate the use of orature and the aesthetic value it has given to his Gikuyu creative writings. The use of vernacular ...
Ethical issues in the Management of HIV/Aids Patients in Nakuru District, Kenya

Juma, Fredrick Okoiti (Egerton University, 2014-02)

The cure of HIV/AIDS has not been discovered, hence causing fear, discrimination and stigmatization to the victims. The general objective of this study was to establish whether healthcare professionals understood and ...

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