Department of Geography & Environmental Studies COMPLETED RESEARCH THESES AND PROJECTS

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1 Department of Geography & Environmental Studies COMPLETED RESEARCH THESES AND PROJECTS CLASS OF Onga nyi Paul Obino PhD Population Geography Spatio-temporal variations in orphanhood: Analysis of the effects of AIDS and traditional versus modern institutional coping mechanism 2. Chepkania Levi Situma 3. Uduogu Austin Okenzie 4. Ayuyo Isaac Ongonga 5. Igunza Alex Adagala 6. Kamochu Winifred Wanjiku MA Geomorphology MA Biodiversity and Natural Resources Management 7. Kaua Caxton Gitonga 8. Muchiri Nancy W. 9. Mugo Beatrice Jepkorir 10. Muthui Thomas Wambugu 11. Mutune Terry Ndinda 12. Mwangi Paul Kiiru 13. Mwaniki Dennis 14. Ndungu Mary W. in Kisumu District, Assessment of soil erosion factors in parts of Bungoma and Mt. Elgon Districts drained by River Kibisi in Impact of crop irrigation on rangeland soil biodiversity and insect pollinators at Isinya, Geospatial analysis of land cover and land use change in the Mau forest complex of The impact of green buildings in climate change mitigation: An investigative study on selected office buildings in Westlands, Nairobi County Integrating community participation in natural resource management: A case study of Ndigia self-help group Socio-economic factors affecting agro-forestry adoption in Ndabibi location, Naivasha, The impact of human activities on wetlands: A case study of Ondiri Wetland in Kiambu County, Factors affecting adoption of conservation agriculture among smallholder farmers in Ngata Division, Nakuru County An assessment of the level of awareness/knowledge and practice of environmental management in schools in : A case study of public secondary schools in Nairobi County The effect of water interventions on the urban poor: An analysis of the Wandiege Community Water Supply Project in Kisumu Environmental impacts of government land settlement schemes in dry lands: The case of Lake tta Settlement Scheme, Lamu County, Mapping pollution in the Mathare River: An analysis of waste disposal patterns and river pollution in an informal settlement An evaluation of Slum Upgrading Programme (KENSUP): A case study of

2 15. Nzomo Mulatya 16. Ongoro Elizabeth 17. Sangori Robert Ogara 18. Theodore E.A. Oben 19. Tirop Stephen Kipchirchir Mavoko Sustainable Neighbourhood Programme in Machakos County, Factors influencing household use of improved sources of drinking water in Solid waste management challenges in developing countries: A case study of Nairobi city,, Eastern Africa Adoption of Hydraform Interlocking Stabilized Soil Blocks (ISSBs) building technology and its impacts on environment in Nakuru County Greening construction of mega sports venues and facilities: The case of the London 2012 Olympic games Evaluation of the suitability of soils for irrigation in lower Kuja, Nyatike District, CLASS OF Okoth Kabaka George MA Climatology Potential response of tea production to climate change in Kericho County 2. Wabwire Evans Odhiambo MA Climatology Rainfall variability and its impact on tea production in Nandi and Vihiga counties of 3. Abdullahi Mohamed Yassin 4. Ambuchi Justo John 5. Kabogo Susan W. 6. Kamau Julius Wambugu 7. Kanyiri Bernard Kimani 8. Makuyu Godfrey Otenyo 9. Mugi Nicholas Nderitu Effects of refugees on the natural environment: A case study of Daadab refugees camp, Garissa District Flood disaster preparedness and management in schools: A case study of Budalangi area in Busia County Environmental effects of open air markets: A case study of Ngara market, Nairobi An evaluation of the integration status for climate change adaptation within the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) studies in Impacts of market forces on land use changes and its implications on the common property resources in Ngong Division Institutional factors affecting municipal solid waste management compliance: A case study of waste transporters in Nairobi city Influence of corporate environmental management on business competitiveness: A case of East African Portland Cement Company 10. Muia George Analysis of the quality of effluent discharged from petrol stations: The case of national oil service stations, 11. Muiruri Joseph A study of the build-up of waste by unclaimed 2

3 Kinyanjui vehicles in police stations yards in : A case study of Nairobi area, 12. Mutua Telesia Mithakye The effects of socio-economic and institutional practices on food security situation in n dry lands: A case study of Tseikuru Division of 13. Mwangi James Paul Irungu 1. Achoki Charles Ombati Mwingi District Climate change adaptation strategy in : Case study of Photovoltaic technology in Lake Baringo Catchment CLASS OF 2010 Some aspects of the urban informal sector activities: A case study of Nyamira Town, 2. Abass Abdirahman Maalim 3. Abebe Tufa 4. Karanja Mary Nyachihi 5. Kipkemoi Shadrack 6. Kuria-Kinyoda Jane Wanjiru 7. Lembara Saiyana Lucas 8. Mule John G. 9. Munyao Martha Nzisa 10. Murerwa Leah Rehema 11. Ngugi Joyce Wanjiku 12. Njeru Moses Kathuri 13. Omedo Geoffrey The effects of the development of boreholes on the production of vegetation in Wajir District The effect of demographic pressure and land ownership right on soil erosion in Kiambu District Evaluation of the achievement of environmental education objectives in : A case study of secondary schools in Nairobi An assessment of pesticide use in Mutarakwa Division of Sotik District, Solid waste management practices and impacts on child health: A case of the Nairobi city The impacts of human settlements on dry lands environment: A case study of Lorroki plateau in Samburu District Socio-economic impacts of land subdivision in s drylands: A case study of Kimana/Tikodo group ranch in Loitoktok District A comparative environmental risk assessment for Lake Nakuru National Park and Nairobi National Park Private and public sectors involvement in urban environmental management: The case of solid waste management in Meru municipality Potential impact of urban agriculture on the environment: A case study of Kasarani Division, Nairobi An evaluation of the practice, challenges and benefits of organic farming in rural : A case study of Nembure Division, Embu West District Vulnerability of urban informal settlements to environmental hazards: A case study of Korogocho in Nairobi 3

4 14. Sindani Billy Wellington 15. Thiongo Margaret Kabura 16. Walubwa Jacqueline A. 17. Wamalwa Joel Makokha 18. Wanyonyi Geoffrey Ingubo Contribution of urban farming to urban household livelihood and organic waste management: A case study of Bungoma town, Forests soil as sink or source of greenhouse gases: A case study of species effects on nitrous oxide and methane fluxes in Karura forest, slum upgrading programme : An analysis of Kibera Integrated Water, Sanitation and Waste Management Project A sectoral environmental audit of livestock production systems in Migori District, Nyanza province The role of household point-of-use systems in urban water supply: The case of selected residential areas of Nairobi CLASS OF Musingi John PhD Kioko 2. Mukhovi Stella Mikalista 3. Saeed Mutta Mwaguni PhD PhD Environmental 4. Boru Abdi Hassan 5. Gichira Peter Solomon 6. Maina R.L. 7. Mangat Rupinder Kaur 8. Mwithali Lawrence Michubu 9. Ng ang a Lucy Wambui Effects of large multipurpose dams on public health and food security: A case study of Masinga Dam, The impact of farm technologies on household food security among small holders in Western Province of : A gendered perspective The effects of tourism and related human settlements on the conservation of coastal water resources: A case study of Nyali- Bamburi-Shanzu and Diani-Chale Factors affecting the population size and distribution of the grevy zebra (equus grevyii) in Northern Laikipia District The church and sustainable development: A case study of All Africa Conference of Churches in the conservation of forests in Africa Causes of fuel wood shortage in Gilgil and Karunga Locations of Gilgil Division, Nakuru District Waste management awareness in Nairobi: The case of jua kali metal workers in Nairobi s Kamukunji area The role of cleaner production in enhancing water use efficiency in the manufacturing industry: A case study of Central Glass Industries Limited and East African Breweries Limited, Nairobi Effluent discharge from a leather processing plant: A case study of East African Tanners (K) 4

5 10. Ngumbi Emmanuel Ivalya 11. Ogega-Siamento Esther 12. Ojwang Orwa Isaac 13. Otieno Eric Ogara Ltd in Njiru, Nairobi Local communities and wildlife interactions: The case study of Kitengela wildlife dispersal area of Nairobi National Park An evaluation of land tenure and registration process in Maua Location, Meru North District of Spatial analysis of informal settlement sprawl and its environmental impact: A case study of Kibera The essentials of a sustainable participatory forest management regime: A case of Ntorosi community environmental group, Namanga hills forest, Kajiado District CLASS OF Nyangaga John PhD Moenga 2. Moronge James Miyogo 3. Wambua Boniface Nzuve 4. Nyandega Isaiah Angiro 5. Kahindi Katsoleh G.C. PhD PhD PhD 6. Kodiaga Joel Tito 7. Maina Micro David 8. Mulonga Julie K. Environmental effects of stream flow and turbidity in Itare River catchment within the Lake Victoria drainage basin, Economic liberalization and industrial restructuring: A case study of the formal manufacturing sector in the city of Nairobi Food security in semi-arid areas: An analysis of socio-economic and institutional factors with reference to Makueni District, Eastern The climatology of drought in the upper Tana River catchment of : An integrated analysis Awareness of Environmental Law: A Case Study of Nairobi Residents living Around the Dandora Dumping Site An Assessment of the Status of Health Care Waste Management in : The Case of Nyanza Province Access to Water for Life and Enhanced Livelihoods Through Improved Water Governance: The Case of Kibera Slum Alternative Approaches to the Management of Excreta: An Assessment of the Factors that Have Led to Household Choice and Adoption of Ecological Sanitation (ECOSAN) in Wajir 9. Muchiri Peris W. MSc Hydrology Evaluation of the Performance of the USGS Stream Flow Model to the Shabelle River Basin in Somalia 10. Mwangi Angeline Wanjiru 11. Mwangi Ruth Njoki A Study on the Status and Challenges of the Environmental Audit Process in Horticulture, Pesticide Use, Environmental Concerns and Food Security: A Case Study for Nguruma Irrigation Scheme 5

6 12. Nguru Paul Muiru 13. Nyandika Jane 14. Shah Parita S. Impacts of Sand Mining on the Environment in Mjanaheri-Ngomeni Areas of Magarini Division, Environmental Problems Associated with Tea Factories in : A Case Study of Kebirigo Coffee Factory Environmental Audit of Educational Institutions: The Case of Oshwal Academy Primary School, Nairobi, CLASS OF Kenduiwo Augustine Kipng eno 2. Kiragu Franklin Mwirigi 3. Maina Nelson Manyeki 4. Mutui Frida Nyiva 5. Mwathe Kennedy Murimi 6. Oyieko Lydiah Kemunto Impact of Scio-Economic Factors on Adoption of Soil and Water Conservation Practices in : A Case Study of Kyogong Catchment in Bomet District, Rift Valley Province An Environmental Impact Assessment of Commercial Captive Breeding of Crocodiles Energy Conservation in Boarding Schools: A Case of Thika District Waste Disposal, Sanitation and Health in Nairobi: A Case Study of Kasarani, Nairobi The Nature, Economic Costs and Management Strategies for Human Wildlife Conflict in Magadi Area, South Rift, An Analysis of the Rural Livelihoods and the Sustainable Use of Osodo Wetland in the Sondu-Miriu River Basin in CLASS OF Oluoko-Odingo Alice A. PhD Food security and poverty among small scale farmers in Nyando District, 2. Thenya Thuita T. PhD Analysis of maenophite biomass productivity, utilization and its impact on various eco-types of Yala swamp, Lake Victoria basin, 3. Ambuchi David Ombisi 4. Godana Ramat 5. Ikawa Joseph Victor Otieno 6. M ribu Jackson Mugambi Plastic Waste Management in : An Evaluation of Policies and Regulations on Plastic Bags and Plastic Bottles Waste in Nairobi The Trend and Impacts of Forest Resources Utilization on Marsabit Mountain Ecosystem The Dispersion and Control of Domestic Biodiversity in Nairobi: A GIS Project A Study of Waste Management Approaches in Tea Processing Factories: Case Study of Small Holder Tea Factories in 7. Madara George Impacts of Improved Water and Sanitation on Petit Under Five Mortality in Urban 8. Magambo Esther Impacts of a Degraded Dryland Riverine 6

7 Kathure Ecosystem on Livelihoods: A Case Study of Kaketa in Kilome Division of Makueni District 9. Makokha William Eugene The Influence of Urban Residential Settlements on the Management of Selected Dryland Natural Resources: A Case Study of Ngong Division, Kajiado District 10. Mulinya Caroline MA Climatology A Study of Climatic Trends in Relation to Land Use Change in the Mt. Marsabit Region in Eastern Province, 11. Mutua Julius M. 12. Ndungu James Biomass Energy Consumption in Dryland Towns: A Case Study of Emerging Urban Settlements in Kitui District Economic Evaluation of Ecosystem Services in the Shampole Wetland, South Ewaso Ngiro River, CLASS OF Adipo Peter Ouma Hospital Waste Management in Nairobi City 2. Arunga Michael Obare GIS Simulation of Settlement and Urban Expansion in the Kitengela Wildlife Dispersal 3. Gichuki Geoffrey Rukenya 4. Kinuthia Henry Mwaura 5. Kinuthia Peter Kinyanjui 6. Maina Anne Wamuyu 7. Mburu George Gathuru 8. Mohammed Jamila 9. Muhati Librata Nekesa 10. Oduor Vincent Owino Area Environmental Problems and Human Health in Urban Informal Settlements: A Case Study of Mukuru Kwa Njenga, Nairobi The Total Economic Valuation of Natural Resources: Perceived Community Livelihood Values of Mukogodo Forest, Laikipia, Urban Solid Waste Management System Using Geographic Information Systems (GIS): A Case Study of Kayole, Soweto, Nairobi Community Involvement in Domestic Solid Waste Management: A Case Study on Kayole Environmental Management Association An Assessment of the Impact of Relic Forests on Urban Greening in the City of Nairobi, Environmental Impacts of a Burst Reservoir: A Case Study of Kibubuti Dam in Kiambu, Economic Valuation of Wetland Ecosystems: A Case Study of Ondiri Swamp in Kiambu, Assessment of Zea Mays (Maize) Yield Changes in Relation to Weather Variability in Trans-Nzoia District, Western 11. Otieno A. Domestic Water Consumption Per Capita: A Case Study of Selected Households in Nairobi 12. Ouna Tom Hydrological Response to Land-Use and Land- 7

8 Odhiambo Cover Changes in the Nyando Basin CLASS OF Charo Charles Kombe 2. Gikonyo Josephat Mbiri 3. Kaburu Humphrey Munene 4. Karingi Lincoln Kivuti 5. Muia Mary Waceke Thongoh 6. Murugu Rosemary Wanjiru 7. Nganga Kamithi Utilization of Hazardous Industrial Alumina and Iron Waste in the Cement Manufacturing Process The Effects of Biomass Energy Use by Rural Households in a Dryland Environment: Case Study of Mwingi District Evaluation of the Environmental Impacts of Changing Land Use System from Pastoralism to Crop Production: A Case Study of Katilu Division, Turkana District Factors Affecting Environmental Quality in the Residential Areas in Nairobi A Study of Used Oil Management: A Case Study of Nairobi City, Review of the Impact of Tea Development on the Forest Cover in Parts of Eastern Aberdares Region The Role of Ecotourism in Environmental Management: A Case Study of Southern Laikipia Plateau, Laikipia District CLASS OF Ngugi Alice 2. Wafula John 3. Bundi Jeremy MA Transport Geography Miriti A Water Quality, Biodiversity Assessment and Community Perception Analysis of Rungiri Reservoir, Kikuyu, Corporate Environmentalism and Sustainability: Emerging Trends in Rural Transportation Problems: A Case Study of Tea Roads in the Southern Tea Growing Region of Mt. Meru, CLASS OF Kitheka Johnston PhD Hydrology Utu 2. Gichuhi Margaret Wachu 3. Mfashwanayo Bagara Modeste 4. Mwaguni Saeed CLASS OF 2000 Hydrodynamic processes, transport and flux of sediments in the Mwache Creek mangrove wetland in The Assessment of the Impact of Anthropogenic Activities on the Migratory Corridors of Nairobi National Park: A Geographic Information Systems Approach Status of Water Resource Use and Water Quality: The Case of Athi River Through Mavoko Municipality Public Health Problems in Mombasa District: A Case Study on Sewage Management 8

9 1. Kariga Joseph MA Economic Geography Nganga An Investigation of Some of the Economic Impacts of Feeder Roads in Rural Areas: A Case Study of Thika District, CLASS OF Kamau Maryanne MA Economic Geography Njeri 2. Achieng Bertha Othoche 3. Oluoko Alice Atieno MA Economic Geography MA Agricultural Geography The Role of Tourism in Regional Development: A Case Study of Village Tourist Centres of the Coast Province, The economic impact of international tourism on the n economy: A case study of the Lake Victoria Region Some Aspects of Small Holders Tea Production in Belgut Division of Kericho District, 4. Omukoba Winston MSc Biogeography Effects of Damming on the Sosiani River Ecosystem: An Environmental Impact Assessment CLASS OF Kinyua Tartisius Nguru 2. Kyaka Joshua Mbunya MA Economic Geography A Spatial Assessment of Rental Housing Services and Constraints in Municipality of Meru The Spatio-Temporal Structure of Periodic Livestock Markets and their Associated Environmental Effects in Laikipia District, 3. Awino Joel Oluoch The Matatu Mode of Public Transportation in the Municipality of Kisumu, 4. Omoke Kennedy J. MA Population Geography The Impact of Population Dynamics on the Forest Resource: A Case Study of West Laikipia District, 5. Thuita Thenya MSc Biogeography Some Ecological Aspects, Bio-Economic Values and Human Impact on a Tropical Papyrus Wetland, Ewaso Narok Swamp, Laikipia District 6. Obwa Peter Geographical Perspectives on the Role of Small Urban Centres in Regional Planning Strategy: A Study of Marketing and Trade in Laikipia District 7. Okuku Titus O. The spatial dynamics of freight transportation in the city of Nairobi, CLASS OF Miyogo James MA Industrial Geography Moronge Spatial Patterns, Location Variables and the Industrial Structure of Kisii District Agricultural Manufacturing Industries 2. Mogere Florence MA Population Geography Reproductive Mortality and its Significance on 9

10 Kemoni 3. Anyona George Oduol MSc Hydrology Health Planning in Kisii District An Investigation into Some Water Quality Problems of Lake Kanyaboli in CLASS OF Wefukho Bernard MA Industrial Geography Wachie Industrial development planning: The case of development inducing and development supporting industries in Western 2. Mbinda B.M. MSc Geography Indigenous knowledge and practices in biodiversity conservation: A case study of the Ilchamus, Baringo District, 3. Muthoni Ann Mary The role of cooperatives in residential housing provision: A case study of the city of Nairobi 4. Oyunge Isaiah Michira 5. Mikalista Stella Mukhovi MSc Hydrology MA Agricultural Geography An assessment of the groundwater quality variations with landuse in Chirichiro catchment, upper Gucha drainage basin Small holder household labour allocation in food production: A case study of Ikolomani Division, Kakamega District CLASS OF Irandu Evaristus Makunyi PhD Transport Geography Air transport in : An analysis of domestic and international airline networks 2. Owuor Samuel Ouma 3. Ntabo John-Suit Mogeni The role of small and intermediate-size urban centres in regional and national development: A case study of municipality of Bungoma, The nature and determinants of residential mobility in Kisii town and its implications for housing policy 4. Neru Jeremiah Lewis MSc Hydrology The influence of vegetation on the water resources of the Naro Moru Catchment 5. Ndegea Samuel The role and potential of the taxi mode of transport in the city of Nairobi, : A geographical analysis 6. Ongaro Stephen Ambrose Lulalire MA Economic Geography Transportation as a medium for spatial integration: A case study of s railway network CLASS OF Kirimi Margaret Wanjugu PhD Geography Determinants of fertility in urban centres in : A case study of Nairobi and Mombasa 2. Abate Kefialew PhD Climatology The climatology of drought over parts of Ethiopia and their impacts on crop production with special reference to the impact of drought on the production of barley and maize 3. Mochiemo Gabriel Onyiego MSc Hydrology An Investigation into the Effects of Changes in Land Use on Run-Off and Sediment Transport 10

11 4. Nyandika Disterius Ondieki MA Agricultural Geography Rates from the Turasha Catchments, Food security and agricultural development: A case study of Bogetaorio II sub location, Kisii District, CLASS OF Mungai David PhD A micrometrological investigation of yield differences in alley cropping trials in the semiarid areas of Machakos District 2. Abwao Peter MSc Hydrology The determination of water quality characteristics of run off for consecutive storms within Nairobi s city centre with a view to planning for its proper management 3. Otieno Moses Kola The Role of Non-Motorized Mode of Transportation: A Case Study of Hand Carts Operations in Kisumu Municipality, 4. Mmuka Mary Consolata 5. Omari Herbert Lumumba 6. Muthike Joseph Muriithi MSc Hydrology MSc Hydrology Residential Location Preference: A Study of Consumers Choice Patterns in Nairobi, The Effect of Damming at the Masinga Kamburu, Gitaru, Kindaruma and Kiambere Dams on Flood Frequency and Risk on River Tana, Some drainage characteristics of rivers Rwamuthambi and Ragati sub-catchments of the upper Tana catchment in CLASS OF Kitheka Johnson MSc Hydrology Utu Soil Erosion and its Impact on Surface Water Reservoirs: A Case Study of Nguu Tatu Catchments, North East of Mombasa District 2. Lugano Emily A.M The Socio-Economic Conditions of Female Migrants in Low Income Areas of 3. Ombasa D. Mochama MA Geography The Effects of Economic Enterprises on Fertility Behaviour: A Case Study of the Gusii Community of Western 4. Okumu Atieno A. Participation of Women in Income Generating 5. Kiranga John Maina MA Population Geography CLASS OF 1991 Activities: A case study of Dandora, Nairobi Migration Trends in Mombasa District 1. Mwanje Justus PhD Medical Geography Inonda Investigations of systems ecologic models of human African trypanosomiasis epidemic: A case study of 2. Kumba J. Kemunto MA Geography The Influence of Selected Socio-Economic Factors on Food Crop Production in Kisii District: A Case Study of Itianyi Division 3. Mutie Benjamin M. MA Agricultural Ecological and Social-Economic Factors 11

12 4. Rimberia Mary Mukami Geography MA Population Geography Influencing Small Holder Washington Navel Orange Production in the Southern Lowland Zones of Machakos District A Survey of Infant and Childhood Mortality in Meru District, 5. Mwaura Francis MSc Geography Some Aspects of Hydrochemistry, Lake Level and Vegetation Dynamics in the Lake Elementaita Basin, Rift Valley, CLASS OF Musingi J.B Kioko MA Climatology Effective Rainfall and Bean Yield in a Tropical Semi-Arid Environment: A Case Study of South Eastern Machakos District, 2. Osebe David A.M MSc Geography Ecological and Socio-Economic Factors Influencing Livestock Production: A Case Study of the Dairy Industry in three Major Agro-Ecological Zones of Kisii District 3. Nyandega Isaiah A. MA Climatology Assessment and Characterization of the Drought Occurrence in the Lake Victoria 4. Muiruri Philomena Wairimu 5. Aduwo Gibson Isaiah Basin: A Case Study of West Recreational Utilization of Open Spaces in Nairobi City, The role of efficiency and quality of services of the matatu mode of public transport in Nairobi, : A geographical analysis CLASS OF Ogonda Richard T. PhD Transport Geography The development of road transport systems in 2. Mabonga Joash W. Simuyu The Informal Sector: An Alternative n Strategy for Economic Development for the Urban Poor CLASS OF Kareri Raphael W. MA Economic Geography Nyeri farming systems viewed from physical and social-economic aspects 2. Ndolo Isaac J. MSc Climatology Water-Balance and Rice Yields In a Tropical Environment: A Case Study of Mwea Irrigation Settlement, Kirinyaga District, 3. Kaniaru Dennis Chege MA Geography Environment and Development: An Environmental Impact Analysis of the Proposed Upper Athi Dam CLASS OF Wegulo F. MA Geography Nyongesa Location Structure and Impact of the Manufacturing Industries: A Case Study of Nyanza Province, 2. Kisovi Leonard MSc Rural Settlement Impact of Socio-Economic Variables on the 12

13 Musyoka 3. Macoloo Gervase Chris Spatial and Structural Patterns of Rural Houses in Ukambani, Housing in Kisumu Town: A Geographical Study of Demand, Supply and Policy 4. Mungai David N. MA Analysis of some seasonal rainfall characteristics in the Lake Victoria region of CLASS OF Obara Dunstan PhD Agricultural Agatha Geography Environmental and agronomic factors influencing variation in small holder cotton yields in the Kano plains, Kisumu District, Western 2. Ayiemba Elias H.O. PhD Nuptial determinants of fertility in Western 3. Aduwo Isaiah Gibson The Role, Efficiency and Quality of Service in the Matatu Mode of Transport in Nairobi, : A Geographical Analysis CLASS OF Irandu Evaristus M. MA Geography The Road Network in the Mombasa Municipal Area: A Spatial Analysis of its Effects on Land Values, Population Density and Travel Patterns 2. Maranga E.K. MSc Geography Water balance studies in relation to tea yields in the Brooke Bond Leibig estates, Kericho, CLASS OF Oucho John O. PhD Geography Rural-rural migration and population change: A case study of the Kericho tea estate complex in 2. Nyanguto Pauline M. MA Geography Settlement Patterns in Nyeri District CLASS OF Odhiambo Omondi MA Geography Migration and Fertility in a Rural Area of : The Case Study of North-Western Machakos District 2. Obiero J.C.A MA Geography The Western Sugar Industry with Specific Reference to Nyanza and Western Province CLASS OF Ngau Peter Musyoki Internal Structure of Residential Areas in Nairobi CLASS OF

14 1. Ongwenyi George S.O. PhD Geography Erosion and sediment transportation in the Tana catchments with special reference to the Thiba basin 2. Thairu Rhoda W. MA Geography The Availability, Dissemination and Utilization of Information Population in, with Special Reference to the Period Kangi Margaret Wanjugu MA Geography Urban-Rural Fertility Differential: A Case Study of Nairobi and Central Province CLASS OF Ogonda Richard Timothy MA Geography Transportation in the Nairobi Area: A Geographical Analysis 2. Obara Dunstan Agatha MSc Geography Environmental Problems of Smallholder Sugarcane Production in the Nyanza Sugar Belt CLASS OF Ayiemba Elias H.O. MA Intercensal Population Change: A Comparative Study of Kano Location of the Sugar Belt,