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A bootstrap variance estimation under stratification with few units per stratum.
(Journal of Statistics Applications & Probability Letters, 2022)The measurement errors exist and sample survey results are always uncertain because only a portion of the population is measured. Larger samples and superior measurement tools can help to reduce this uncertainty. The ... -
On quantiles estimation based on stratified sampling using multiplicative bias correction approach.
(Journal of Mathematics, 2022)In the context of stratified sampling, we develop a nonparametric regression technique to estimating finite population quantiles in model-based frameworks using a multiplicative bias correction strategy. Furthermore, the ... -
Effectiveness of Financial Management Practices On Public Sector Reforms in Kenya Rural Roads Authority, Kenya.
(European Journal of Economic and Financial Research, 2017)This research focused on the evaluation of the effectiveness of financial managementpractices in Kenya Rural Roads Authority (KeRRA) on public sector reforms. The main objective of the study was to establish the effectiveness ... -
Studies of Warburgia ugandensis lyophilized crude extract with Trichoderma asperellum on tomato blight pathogens
(The Journal of Phytopharmacology, 2021)Early and late blights in tomatoes are among the most destructive diseases. The causative agents are Alternaria solani and Phytophthora infestans respectively. Warburgia ugandensis extracts have beendemonstrated to have ... -
Current status of utilization and potential of Dovyalis caffra fruit: Major focus on Kenya
(Elsevier, 2022)Dovyalis caffra is an indigenous African tree originating from South Africa. It is resilient, with capability to remain green and productive in adverse conditions such as drought, frost and saline environments. Its ripe ... -
Factors affecting profitability of fish farming under economic stimulus programme in Tigania East District, Meru County, Kenya
(IOSR Journal of Business and Management, 2013)The purpose of this study was to investigate factors affecting profitability of fish farming under Economic Stimulus Programme in Tigania East District of Meru County, Kenya. In 2010, Economic Stimulus Programme was initiated ... -
Unveiling the contributions of immunization for progressing towards Universal Health Coverage
(Taylor & francis, 2022)The aim of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal (SDG)3 is to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all, at all ages; including reducing maternal and child mortality, combating communicable and ... -
Camels, Camel Milk, and Camel Milk Product Situation in Kenya in Relation to the World
(Hindawi, 2022)Kenya is the leading camel milk producer globally, with an annual production volume of 1.165 MMT, followed by Somalia (0.958 MMT) and Mali (0.271 MMT). In Kenya, pastoral tribes in North-Eastern parts rear about 4.722 ... -
Drying of faecal sludge from VIP latrines through a medium infrared radiation process
(Water SA, 2020-08-12)In order to treat faecal sludge from ventilated improved pit (VIP) latrines, eThekwini Municipality (Durban, South Africa) developed an infrared dryer, 'LaDePa' (Latrine Dehydration Pasteurization). Parameters that influence ... -
Evolution of faecal sludge chemical and physical characteristics during drying
(2018)The effect of drying on faecal sludge chemical and physical properties for its reuse as agricultural product and biofuel was explored in this investigation. The nutrient content, calorific value and thermal properties were ... -
Characterization of On-Site Sanitation Material and Products: VIP Latrines and Pour-Flush Toilets
(Water Research Commission, 2018)When eThekwini Municipality was established in 1999, over 60 000 Ventilated Improved Pit (VIP) latrines were inherited from the incorporated local entities. In 2009, the municipality set out to empty over 35 000 VIP latrines, ... -
LaDePa’ Process for the Drying and Pasteurisation of Faecal Sludge from VIP Latrines using Infrared Radiation
(Elsevier, 2018)This paper studies a faecal sludge treatment process, LaDePa (Latrine Dehydration and Pasteurization), which includes: (i) the characterization of the rheological and plastic behaviour of faecal sludge in the feeding ... -
An evaluation of the limitations of sanitation chain in low income, high density settlements: Case study, Kibera, Kenya.
(CRC Press, 2021)Achieving an operational onsite sanitation chain requires well-managed services in all aspects of excreta management: collection, emptying, transport, treatment and disposal/ reuse. To cover the full chain, however, remains ... -
Biogas evaluation during anaerobic stabilization of Urine Diverting Dehydrating Toilet Faeces (UDDT-F) in urban poor settlements: single vs two stage
(Journal of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene for Development, 2019)Biochemical energy recovery using digestion and co-digestion of faecal matter collected from urine diverting dehydrating toilet faeces (UDDT-F) and mixed organic market waste (OMW) was studied under laboratory- and pilot-scale ... -
Build-up and impact of volatile fatty acids on E. coli and A. lumbricoides during co-digestion of urine diverting dehydrating toilet (UDDT-F) faeces
(Elsevier, 2018)This study examined the potential of Escherichia coli (E. coli) and Ascaris lumbricoides (A. lumbricoides) eggs inactivation in faecal matter coming from urine diverting dehydrating toilets (UDDT-F) by applying high ... -
A Portable Computer Network Laboratory Model for Competency-Based Curriculum
(Journal of Computer Science and Technology Studies, 2022-02-15)Computer networking technology has greatly evolved and continues to be an integral part of different aspects of our lives. The technology is no longer confined to business settings but is now predominant in personal and ... -
The Influence of County Government Financial Mobilization on Service Delivery in Meru County, Kenya
(International Journal of Finance, 2022-05-18)Purpose: The purpose of the study wasto identifythe influence of countygovernment financial mobilizationon service delivery in Meru County, Kenya. To achieve this purpose, the study hypothesized that ... -
The pathogenicity of blood stream and central nervous system forms of Trypanosoma brucei rhodesiense trypanosomes in laboratory mice: a comparative study
(F1000 Research Limited, 2022-03-02)Background: Human African trypanosomiasis (HAT) develops in two stages namely early stage when trypanosomes are found in the blood and late stage when trypanosomes are found in the central nervous system (CNS). The two ... -
Credit risk management regulation and profitability of commercial banks listed in Nairobi Securities Exchange in Kenya
(International Academic Journal of Economics and Finance (IAJEF), 2021-06-08)Commercial banks’ working environment is the most highly regulated environment around the globe and this explains why banking regulations continually attract theoretical scrutiny. In Kenya, the Central bank of Kenya sets ... -
Camels, Camel Milk, and Camel Milk Product Situation in Kenya in Relation to the World
(Hindawi, 2022-03-08)Kenya is the leading camel milk producer globally, with an annual production volume of 1.165 MMT, followed by Somalia (0.958 MMT) and Mali (0.271 MMT). In Kenya, pastoral tribes in North-Eastern parts rear about 4.722 ...