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Ngero as a social object
(University of Nairobi, 1978)This is a study of the art of rig r no v/hich is a genre of Luo oral literature. The terra ncoro is in the singular. Like1 some Luo words whose singulars end in ro, the two let tors are replaced by che in the plural ... -
Wives' Use of Time in Leisure
(Greensboro, 1980)The purposes of this study were to, describe the allocation of wives' time to leisure, and to contribute to a more complete understanding of the various factors which affect wives' time spent in leisure in a variety of ... -
Values, Aspirations and Goal Commitment Of Single-Family Housing Residents
(University of North Carolina, 1981)The purpose of this study was the identification of certain demographic characteristics of urban single-family housing residents to determine if relationships existed between them and the residents' perceived housing ... -
Use of Discourse Markers in academic Writing of University Students in Kenya
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An investigation into the nature of the Kuhnian paradigmatic account of how Science progresses
(Maseno University, 2002)Many philosophers of science are in agreement that Thomas S. Kuhn, a trained physicist, is in the area of Philosophy of Science and second only to Karl R. Popper in terms of contribution in the said area. His works "rank ... -
Interior Decoration Practices among High, Middle and Low Socio-Economic Households of Kisumu town,Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2002)This was a descriptive survey research whose purpose was to generate and document information on interior decoration practices among high, middle and low socio-economic households of Kisumu town. Among the variables ... -
Ufasiri Kipragmatiki Wa Diskosi Katika Gazeti La Taifa Leo Juu Ya Uhifadhi Wa Misitu Kenya
(Maseno University, 2013)IKISIRI Matumizi ya mikakati mbalimbali ya kipragmatiki katika diskosi huweza kuzua utata katika kufasiri ujumbe ulionuiwa kumfikia msomaji au msikilizaji. Tamko la msemaji au mwandishi fulani huweza kufasiriwa na ... -
Pragmatic interpretation of speaker meanings: a case study of Implicatures in Kenya television network's 'newsline' Programme
(Maseno University, 2013)This study investigated pragmatic mechanisms that underlie interpretation of speaker-intended meanings in KTN's, 'Newsline' program. As an agent of ideology television perpetuates the interests and values of those in ... -
Determinants of adoption of safe Water, sanitation and hygiene practices in Agoro West location, central Nyakach division, Kisumu county, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2013)Provision of safe water, adequate sanitation and hygiene has been lauded as one way of preventing diarrhoeal infections and improving health especially in developing countries. However, lack of safe water, inadequate ... -
The origin and development of Maseno urban center: 1895-2001
(Maseno University, 2013)Urban centers were already in existence before the advent of colonialism in Africa. Such centers included Jenne-Jeno, Yoruba towns, Cairo, Meroe and Kilwa that could be found in different parts of the continent. Some of ... -
Socio-cultural Factors and Birth Registration of Children in Gucha Sub-County, Kisii County, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2013)Children hold a unique and privileged position in society. One of the obligations that state parties assume upon assenting to the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) and the African Charter on the Rights and ... -
The socio-economic impact of artisanal gold Mining in Ikolomani division, Kakamega county; Kenya
(Maseno University, 2013)ABSTRACT Land is the most coveted and jealously guarded resource for Socio-economic development among Kenyan rural households. Most artisanal gold miners are from socially and economically marginalized communities, and ... -
An assessment of factors promoting violation of child Rights in Ndhiwa division, Homa bay county, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2013)ABSTRACT [he notion of children as rights-bearers emerged in response to the vulnerability of children seen so starkly during the First World War. "Children have a set of human rights specific to them because the general ... -
The effects of reforms on welfare of assistant chiefs’ in Emuhaya district, Vihiga county
(Maseno University, 2013)ABSTRACT Reforms in the Provincial Administration have been very critical for the sound development of Kenya. Assistant Chiefs operated under the Chief's Act which vested undue powers on them. These powers were either ... -
Factors Affecting Male Partners' Involvement in The Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission (Pmtct) of Hiv/Aids In Asego Division, Homa Bay County, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2013)Abstract HIY/AIDS pandemic has far-reaching social, economic, health and population effects. In addition to the harms directly inflicted on HIV -infected individuals and the households in which they live, AIDS has had ... -
Challenges of commercialization of rural water service Provision in Rabuor sub- location, Kisumu county
(Maseno University, 2013)ABSTRACT More than 80% of the world's population in rural areas currently has no access to improved safe water supplies. The Kenya Census of 2009, indicates that, more than 35.4% of Kenyan households depend on point ... -
Contribution of Rural Electrification Project on Small Scale Business Ventures Undertaken By Women in Thurdibuoro Location, Kisumu County, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2013)In Kenya, electricity is used as a conduit to facilitate poverty eradication by lighting up the rural and marginal areas thus making such areas to be conducive for small and medium business ventures. A closer scrutiny ... -
Effects of cash transfer on social networks of older persons in Ndhiwa district, Homa-bay county, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2013)Cash transfer program for older persons in Kenya started in 2007; the program is nationwide and is currently covering over 58,600 older persons aged over 65 years old. Without a reliable data concerning the effectiveness ... -
The Influence of Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision on HIV Related Risk Behaviours and Perceptions among Young Women (18-24yrs) in Manyatta "A" Sub-Location, Kisumu City, Kenya
(Maseno University, 2013)Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision (VMMC) reduces risk of HIV acquisition in heterosexual relationships. Kenya adopted VMMC as an HIV prevention strategy in 2008 and has been making significant progress towards achievement ...