Prevalence And Monetary Impact Of Hydatidosis In Small Ruminants Slaughterd At Ngare Narok Slaughter House In Laikipia West Subcounty, Kenya
Cystic echinococcosis (CE) is a hydatid disease that is caused by Echinococcus granulosus cysts which act like tumors. They disrupt the function of the entire organ leading to its condemnation during meat inspection. This study endeavored to determine the prevalence and the associated monetary loss of hydatidosis in sheep and goats slaughtered at Ngare Narok slaughter house. A six year
A Critical Review Of The Five-factor Model For Success Of Internal Consultants Outlined By Christine Miller And Karthik Subbiah (2012)
The concept of internal consultancy is gradually gaining greater recognition in many organizations today. A number of models have been put forward to address challenges faced by Internal Consultants (ICs) as far as business and change initiative's successes are concerned. This article reviewed the five-factor model proposed by Miller and Subbiah (2012) and discusses the challenges of the model as
The Extreme Reasons Why Women Join The Garment Industry In Bangladesh: An Account Of The Victims Of Rana Plaza Collapse
This article is derived from my research work1 with the victims of 2013's Rana Plaza crush2. In Bangladesh the ready-made garment (RMG) industry, the highest grossing export industry of the country, has created a plethora of employment opportunities for millions of impoverished population, especially for our female labor force. Although the garment industry has had numerous positive impact on Bangladesh's
Assessing The Level Of Compliance With International Financial Reporting Standards Among Ghana Club 100 Companies As At The 18th Edition
This study is undertaken to identify the level of compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) among the unlisted firms in the Ghana Club 100 companies as at the 18th edition. The study examines how understandability, faithful representation, reliability and comparability influence the unlisted companies to comply with IFRS. The study sampled 50 unlisted firms. Questionnaires were used to gather
Incorporating Ethics And Professionalism In Accounting Education And Research: Evidence From The University Of Professional Studies, Accra
Incorporating ethics and professionalism in accounting education is essential to the development of students' ethical ability. This initiative serves to remind students of the moral implications of decision-making. The paper explores the best approach to integrate ethics and professionalism into accounting education in order to encourage students studying accounting to effectively address ethical issues. The study was quantitative in nature
Incidence Of Potentially Toxigenic Fungi And Aflatoxin In Maize (zea Mays L.) Infected By Maize Lethal Necrosis Disease In Bomet, Narok And Nakuru Counties Of Kenya
Maize Lethal Necrosis Disease (MLND) is one of the most important biotic factors limiting maize productivity. MLND is believed to increase concomitant fungal infections that cause food poisoning in humans and livestock. This study aimed to establish the relationship between MLND and the associated fungal infections. Fifty four maize grain samples were obtained from three experimental sites in Bomet, Narok
Suicidality And The Mental Health Status Of Persons Living With Hiv In A Treatment Centre In Sub-saharan Africa
Suicidal ideation in HIV/AIDS is a predictor of future suicidal attempt and completed suicide. This study aimed at determining the prevalence and risk factors for suicidality among Persons Living with HIV attending the Antiretroviral Treatment clinic of the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital. This was a descriptive, cross-sectional study carried out among 227 participants selected using systematic sampling. Data
Socio-demographic Characteristics In The Healthcare-seeking Behaviours Of Patients Attending Skin Clinic In A Tertiary Health Facility In North-central Nigeria
Background: Healthcare-seeking behaviour is a sequence of remedial actions that individuals undertake to rectify perceived ill-health. This concept has evolved over time, becoming a tool for understanding how people employ the healthcare systems in their respective socio-cultural, economic and demographic circumstances. This study sought to evaluate the various healthcare-seeking behaviours and the associated socio-demographic characteristics of a cross-section of our
Effectiveness Of The Office Of The Auditor General In Enhancing Public Sector Accountability In Zimbabwe
The study examined the effectiveness of the Auditor General's Office in enhancing public sector accountability in Zimbabwe. The public sector has been characterised by financial irregularities and mismanagement of funds (Bernard, 2009), yet the AG's office exist to enhance accountability and transparency. Some recommendations from AG's Office were not being considered, hence affecting its effectiveness in fostering accountability. The study