Meru University Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Relationship between strategic controls and financial performance of deposit taking-SACCOs in Meru county,Kenya
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2023)Strategic controls are the process used by firms to monitor and align implementation of strategic plans. The study sought to identify the relationship between of strategic controls on financial performance of deposit ... -
Knowledge,attitude and practice towards breast cancer screening among HIV positive women attending health facilities in Imenti South Sub County,Meru county,Kenya
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2022)The incidence of breast cancer in HIV/AIDS infected women is not well documented because they could die before detection or before development of breast cancer. With the introduction of HAART, these patients live long ... -
Strategic corporate social responsibility on brand image of selected public universities in Kenya
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2023)The University is a section in the community which generates new information and educates people on doing good for society. Although every organization's aim is to gain revenue so as to survive, institutions of higher ... -
Financial inclusion and the growth of Micro Enterprise in Meru county,Kenya
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2023)Financial inclusion makes it possible for businesses and persons to get affordable and useful financial products and services delivered in a responsible and sustainable manner that meet their needs. This study examined ... -
Removal of lead (II) and cadmium (II) Ions from synthetic waste water using clay cellulose nanocomposite
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2023)Removal of heavy metals from sewage effluent is necessary to avoid environmental contamination. Lead and cadmium ions have been found to be the main heavy metal contaminants in waste water mainly from municipal sources. ... -
Strategies for community toilet management on promotion of public hygiene in slums within municipality ward of Meru,Kenya
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2023)Access to adequate sanitation and improved hygiene is essential in ensuring prevention of diarrheal diseases in slums. However, despite numerous efforts to upscale sanitation systems in informal settlements, public hygiene ... -
Influence of Spacing, Nitrogen Supply and Soil Moisture on Growth and Yield of Chia (salvia hispanica l.) in Meru County, Kenya
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2023)Production of Chia (Salvia hispanica L.) in Kenya is gaining momentum, and it has attracted a lot of attention due to its nutritious seeds. The high demand for this food crop has resulted in haphazard cultivation and ... -
Incorporation of avocado seed powder into model beverages and baked products and determination of their physicochemical properties
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2023)Abstract World avocado production is 8.06 tonnes annually, and the seeds account for a minimum of 13% (1.05 million tonnes). These huge amounts of seeds are discarded even though they posses health benefits, such as ... -
Mathematical modelling of the impacts of screening and non-clinical strategies in combating Covid 19 transmission in Kenya
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2023)COVID-19 is a serious problem in Kenya. It has put an unprecedented burden on the worldwide economy and public health. The rapid spread of COVID-19 has been driven predominantly by aerosol transmissions. We modeled the ... -
Faecal exposure pathways in a nomadic lifestyle: a case study of Tubrbi ward of Marsabit County, Kenya
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2023)Faecal exposure pathways are transmission routes where pathogens in faecal particles pass from one person to the mouth of another. Lack of adequate sanitation leading to open defecation and poor hygiene, are main causes ... -
Determinants of sanitation practices in rural settlements of Tigania East Sub-County, Meru County, Kenya
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2023)Kenya has a mean rate of 23.5% open defecation. In Meru County, inadequate sanitation causes financial loss and high rates of diarrheal diseases, especially among children. Poor sanitation costs the Meru County government ... -
Determinants that influence small and medium enterprises access to credit in Meru county, Kenya
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2023)Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) significantly contribute to both the social and economic development of people largely through their roles in job and innovation creation, and revenue generation. Majority of SMEs ... -
Effects of banks' credit accessibility on the performance of small and medium enterprises in Maua Town, Meru County
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2019)In the contemporary business arena, few businesses operate without credit from banks, with small and medium enterprises (SMEs) lending portfolio by banks in Kenya estimated at KSh332 billion. Four hundred thousand SMEs did ... -
Factors influencing strategy implementation in deposit taking savings and credit cooperative societies in Meru County
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2019)The purpose of this study was to investigate the factors influencing strategy implementation in deposit taking SACCOS within Meru County. The study was guided by four research objectives: to establish the effect of ... -
Working capital management practices and profitability of small and medium enterprises in Kenya: Case fast-moving consumer goods enterprises in Isiolo County
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2019)SMEs plays important role in all sectors of the economies worldwide. They act as stimulus to economic development and generation of employment. The study investigated Fast- Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) enterprises in ... -
Effectiveness of risk management practices on foreign currency exposure amongst oil marketing companies in Kenya
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2019)Kenya being a net importer of oil, the Oil marketing companies (OMC's) are exposed to foreign exchange transactions while purchasing the products either locally from other OMC's or while importing the whole parcel to ... -
Organizational Reward System and Job Performance of Nursing Professionals working in Meru County Government Hospitals
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2019)According to Meru County government CIDP (2013-2017), the department of health mission statement is geared towards rendering quality health services to the citizens. Three major indicators suggested the likelihood of ... -
Influence of credit risk management practices on financial performance of commercial banks in Meru Town
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2019)In today's environment of intense competition, volatile economic conditions, rising default rates and increasing levels of consumer and commercial debt, an organizations ability to effectively monitor and manage its ... -
Effectiveness of Internal Audit on the financial performance of Banks listed at the Nairobi securities exchange
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2019)The internal audit function plays a significant role in the financial performance of banks as it tasked with not only carrying out an oversight function but also providing assurance to their stakeholders. It is also ... -
A Deterministic Model of Miraa addiction with voluntary quitting component
(Meru University of Science and Technology, 2017)This study is a deterministic model of miraa addiction based on three compartmental classes incorporating miraa specific attributes as well as the aspect of voluntary quitting. The model was based on SIS classical ...