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Parameter Uncertainty and Inflation Dynamics in a Model with Asymmetric Central Bank Preferences by Chesang, Laban K., Naraidoo, Ruthira

“…This paper exploits the Lucas’ (1973) signal extraction model to study the effect of uncertainty in the outputinflation trade-off on inflation, using a monetary model with asymmetric central bank preferences over inflation and output. …”
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Effect of Leaf Crude Extracts of Tarchonanthus Camphoratus (Asteraceae), Acalypha Fruticosa (Fabacea) and Tagetes Minuta (Asteraceae) on Fecundity of Phlebotomus Duboscqi by Mong’are, samuel, Ng’ang’a, Zipporah, Maranga, Rosebella, Osiemo, Zipporah, Ngure, Peter, Ngumbi, Philip, Tonui, Willy

“…Purpose: This study was carried out to find out the effects of Tarchonanthus Camphoratus (Asteraceae), Acalypha fruticosa (Fabacea) and Tagetes minuta (Asteraceae) crude extracts on the fecundity of P. duboscqi. …”
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An evaluation of strategic responses to gain competitiveness in cement industry: a case of selected cement manufacturing firms in kenya by Kibet, Amos Kipkoech, Koyier, Thomas, Wachira, Muturi

“…Results: The study findings indicated that there was high level of competition between the cement manufacturing companies and hence the companies needed to put in place strategies to counter the competition in order to gain competitive advantage amongst the firms. …”
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Efficacy of Cognitive-Behavioral Coping-Skills Therapy on Alcohol and Cannabis Users among Kenyan University Students by Ndegwa, Stephen

“…The rise in drug use and abuse among university students in Kenya and the resultant adverse effects have led to a simultaneous increase in the number of students in need of professional help. This study set out to evaluate the cognitive-behavioral coping skills therapy (CBST) as a treatment intervention. …”
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Heavy Sexual Content Versus Safer Sex Content: A Content Analysis of the Entertainment Education Drama Shuga by Achieng’ Booker, Nancy, Neville Miller, Ann, Ngure, Peter

“…In addition, in terms of scenes per hour of programming, Shuga had 10.3 times the amount of sexual content overall, 8.2 times the amount of sexual talk, 17.8 times the amount of sexual behavior, and 9.4 times the amount of sexual intercourse as found in previous analysis of U.S. entertainment programming. Research is needed to determine how these factors may interact to influence adolescent viewers of entertainment education dramas.…”
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Assessing Consumer Behaviour on Speculation and Shortages of Commodities: A Study of Households in Umoja and Kibera, Nairobi by Makory, Arthur Peter

“…When there was speculation that price of a commodity would go up consumers who earned between Ksh.25, 000 to Ksh. 250,000 would buy commodities in large quantities as compared to those who earned below Ksh. 20,000. …”
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The Effect of Deafness on Attachment among Children in Selected Deaf Centres in Nairobi County by Ruthuku, June Wanjiku

“…The purpose of the study was to find out the effect of deafness on attachment among deaf children aged between 12 and 20 years. …”
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Factors that contribute to effective nutrition education interventions in children: a systematic review by Murimi, Mary W., Moyeda-Carabaza, Ana Florencia, Nguyen, Bong, Saha, Sanjoy

“…Data Sources Using the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis) guidelines, relevant studies were identified through the PubMed, Web of Science, ScienceDirect, and ERIC (Educational Resources Information Center) databases. …”
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The Founders' syndromes, challenges and solutions by Muriithi, Samuel Muiruri, Wachira, Muturi

“…Lastly, the organisations must be guided by relevant strategies that aid in attaining strategic positioning and competitive edge.…”
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Conservation of biodiversity in the Arabuko Sokoke Forest, Kenya by Muriithi, Samuel Muiruri, Kenyon, Wendy

“…Even when the opportunity cost of the forest land is omitted from the costs of forest preservation, and when the revenues generated from the Global Environment Facility (GEF) funded project are included, the costs of forest conservation outweigh the benefits. …”
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Public Policy and Sustainability: A Public Policy on Waste Management by Wachira, Muturi

“…This is because solid waste management has become very crucial in the development of countries due to the increased pollution through the solid waste. …”
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A study on the sources of information and perception of healthy diet among the National Youth Service Institute of Business Studies students, in Nairobi County, Kenya. by Sitima, Peter P. O.

“…The objective of this study was to find out the sources of information and perception of healthy diet among NYS IBS students in Nairobi County. …”
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The relationship between strategic thinking and leadership effectiveness in Kenyan indigenous banks by Muriithi, Samuel Muiruri, Louw, Lynette, Radloff, Sarah E.

“…A similar positive relationship exists between leadership effectiveness and its sub-constructs of influence, follower commitment and versatility. …”
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Journalists and the rule of law by Obonyo, Levi, Nyamboga, Erneo

“…Even then, that training was terminated at the diploma level meaning that thought was still focused on producing mid-level industry personnel. It was a decade later when further training beyond the diploma qualification was offered in Kenya. …”
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The Advancement of Justice for Institutionalised Children with Disabilities in Remand Homes in Kenya by Gowi, Ruby, Olumbe, Roseline Shimuli

“…Most of these needs were found to be inadequately met due to challenges faced by the home, such as lack of financial and professional capacity. …”
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Management of Business Challenges Among Small and Micro Enterprises in Nairobi-Kenya by Bowen, Michael, Mureithi, Samuel

“…The research concludes that business success is a consequence of embracing a mix of strategies.…”
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The impact of corporate diversification on firm value in Kenya by Manyuru, Anthony, Wachira, Muturi, Amata, Evans

“…The overall findings of the study where somewhat mixed. The study finds that industrial diversification reduces firm value, but geographical diversification does not have a significant impact on firm value. …”
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Effects of divorce and separation on children by Waithima, Abraham K., Waithima, Charity

“…It also comes out clearly that many couples do not reflect on the effect which their decision to divorce or separate could have on their children. …”
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Effects of long-lasting insecticidal nets and zooprophylaxis on mosquito feeding behaviour and density in Mwea, central Kenya by Kaburiae, Josyline C., Githuto, Joyce N., Muthamic, L., Ngure, Peter K., Mueke, Jones M., Mwandawiro, Charles S.

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Technical Efficiency and its Determinants in Smallholder Tea Production: Evidence from Nyamira and Bomet Counties in Kenya by Ateka, Josiah M., Onono, Perez A., Etyang, Martin

“…The smallholder tea sub-sector in Kenya has enjoyed relative growth in acreage, output, and number of growers since its inception in the early 1960s, but productivity has remained low. …”
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