Nyeri County Research Articles

Seasonal Rainfall Variability Effects on Smallholder Farmers’ Maize Yields in Kieni East Sub-County, Nyeri County, Kenya

Agricultural production in Kenya is rainfall dependent, thus rainfall variability affects crop productivity. This paper analyzes seasonal rainfall variability effects on smallholder farmers’ maize yields in Kieni East sub-County between years 2009-2018. Rainfall data was collected from existing meteorological stations in the study area while maize yields data was obtained from the Ministry of Agriculture (MoA), Nyeri County. Data analysis entailed use of trend analysis and Karl Pearson correlation at 1% levels of significance. Results of the study showed a decline in the annual maize yields in tons as indicated by a negative gradient of -231.9. During both the long and short rains there was also a decline in maize yields with a negative gradient of -69.19 and -162.71 respectively. The study concluded that at 1% levels of significance there was a strong positive correlation between rainfall and maize yields in the study area. It is recommended that the research findings be used to formulate policies that focus on rainfall variability and its effects on smallholder maize farming so as to improve the yields.

Strategic Engineering Management on Performance of all Commercial Banks in Nyeri County, Kenya

Strategic Engineering Management on Performance of all Commercial Banks in Nyeri County, Kenya

Influence of Principals' Involvement in Staff Awareness Safety Strategies on Disaster Management in Public Secondary Schools in Nyeri County, Kenya

Influence of Principals' Involvement in Staff Awareness Safety Strategies on Disaster Management in Public Secondary Schools in Nyeri County, Kenya

Collaborative Teaching Strategy and Learner Ability Interaction on Students’ Academic Achievement, in Physics in Nyeri County, Kenya

The study of the Physics subject continues to play a vital role in industrial development and economic revitalization. For instance, the Physics of the electronic chip has seen tremendous improvements in communication, entertainment, medicine and industry. However, secondary school students continue to achieve dismally. Different factors including the different strategies used in teaching Physics and learner factors have been reported to affect students’ achievement in Physics. Based in Nyeri County the study investigated the interactivity between strategies, learner abilities and academic achievement secondary school students in Physics. The Solomon Four group quasi experimental design was used. A sample of 173 form four students in four mixed day secondary schools in Nyeri County participated in the study. The sample was obtained through purposive sampling to obtain a list of mixed day secondary schools that offer the Physics subject at form four. Through random sampling a list of four schools that participated in the study was obtained. The schools were randomly assigned to experimental and control groups. The research instruments consisted of Physics Pre-test (PPT) and Physics Achievement Test (PAT). The Kuder Richardson test was used to determine the reliability of the PPT and PAT. A reliability coefficient of 0.7 and 0.8 was obtained for the PPT and PAT respectively. Descriptive statistics (mean, standard deviation) and inferential statistics (t-test and ANOVA) were used in data analysis. The Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 22.0 was used for statistical analysis. The hypothesis was tested at α=0.05 level of significance. The study established that Collaborative Teaching Strategy enhanced achievement of students of all abilities in Physics. The study recommended that teachers should expose students to Collaborative Strategy more frequently and teacher training programs to equip teachers with skills for collaboration. The findings of the current study are helpful to the curriculum developers in revising curriculum towards learner centeredness by in cooperating collaborative activities. Institute of Curriculum Development may find the information useful during in servicing of teachers towards making the curriculum more learner centered. The Instructional material developers may find the information useful while developing materials that enhance learner activity. The findings of the study may be useful to teachers while implementing the competence-based curriculum at secondary school level during and after transition stage.

Budgeting practices and absorption rate of devolved funds by County Government of Nyeri

Absorption rate is a vital tool in determining the efficiency and general performance of the counties as regards utilization of the intended funds. A majority of counties absorbed less than 50 percent of their budgets in the first nine months of the 2018-2019 financial year. Nyeri County had a development absorption rate of only 21.1%. This study therefore sought to establish the influence of budgeting practices on absorption rate of devolved funds by county government of Nyeri. This study used descriptive survey design. The target population for this study comprised 34 senior officers in the department of finance and economic planning in Nyeri County. A census of all 34 senior officers in the department of finance and economic planning was conducted. A self-administered questionnaire was used to collect data. Descriptive statistics such as frequencies, percentages, mean and standard deviation was used to describe the results in the study. Chi-square tests were used to find the relationships with the help of statistical package for social sciences. The findings show that the county government of Nyeri had good budgeting practices. There was a significant relationship (χ2= 44.316, df=21, p=0.02) between budgeting practices and absorption rate of devolved funds by county government of Nyeri. The study concludes that budgeting practices influence absorption rate of devolved funds by county government of Nyeri. The study therefore recommends that the county government ought to pass budgets in conformity with the cash disbursement schedules.

Effects of Monitoring and Evaluation Practices on The Performance of Health Projects Under Centre for Health Solutions (CHS) in Nyeri County, Kenya

Effects of Monitoring and Evaluation Practices on The Performance of Health Projects Under Centre for Health Solutions (CHS) in Nyeri County, Kenya

Determinants influencing farmers’ use of macadamia nut information sources in central Kenya

Macadamia (Macadamia tetraphylla & M. integrifolia) is considered to be "a golden crop" due to its high demand in local and international markets. It is a popular crop with the capacity to alleviate poverty, promote health, enhance food security, and contribute to Kenya’s economic growth. The crop is mainly grown by smallholder farmers in Kenya, and it accounts for 13% of the total global nut production. However, these farmers lack adequate technical knowledge on macadamia management practices that lead to low production. This study therefore assessed factors influencing farmers’ use of available macadamia nut information sources. We employed a multistage sampling technique and collected data from smallholder farmers located in Murang’a, Embu and Nyeri counties. All data was analyzed in STATA statistical package. We found that a unit rise in the number of macadamia trees increased the likelihood of farmers employing mass media as information sources by 5.3%. Further, the type of road networks, market distance and yield produced influenced farmers’ usage of information sources. Based on our findings, farmers are likely to utilize information sources that advise them on suitable macadamia varieties, management of macadamia orchards, and appropriate markets. Therefore, the government should strengthen and monitor information sources, including mass media channels and farmer organizations. This is to ensure timely flow of reliable and relevant macadamia nut information to farmers. • Macadamia nut accounts for 1% of global nut trees with Kenya producing 13% of the total global nut production. • Its production is influenced by lack of adequate techniques on management practices. • Results showed that the type of road networks, number of macadamia trees, yield produced and market distance significantly influenced farmers’ use of information sources.

Effects of a Healthy Diet plus Peanut Consumption on the Fasting Lipid Profile of HIV-infected Adults in Nyeri County, Kenya: A Randomized Crossover Study

Introduction: Dyslipidemia is a key modifiable cardiovascular risk factor and a major clinical feature in the patients infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in the current era of highly active antiretroviral therapy. Peanuts could reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases as an abundant source of fiber, α-tocopherol, copper, arginine, magnesium, folate, and resveratrol. The present study aimed to evaluate the impact of supplementing peanut and counseling in the form of a healthy diet on the fasting lipid profile of HIV-infected adults. Methods: This randomized crossover clinical trial was conducted on the eligible participants who were randomly assigned to a two-arm study. In treatment I, the participants consumed 80 grams of peanuts plus their regular diet. In treatment II, the participants were provided with nutrition counseling on a healthy diet and consumed 80 grams of peanuts. Each treatment continued for eight weeks with a six-week washout interval. Results: A 3.07% reduction was observed in the total cholesterol of the subjects receiving treatment I, while the reduction rate was 5.39% in treatment II. In addition, a 12.8% decrease was observed in the triglycerides of the subjects receiving treatment 1I, as well as a 17% reduction in treatment II. A significant increase was reported in the high-density lipoprotein cholesterol in treatments I and II, with the rate estimated at 7.38% and 5.1%, respectively. Furthermore, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol decreased by 5.56% in treatment I and 4.32% in treatment II. The estimated 10-year risk of contracting coronary heart disease reduced significantly between the baseline and end of the study (P=0.03). Conclusion: According to the results, regular consumption of peanuts could improve the fasting lipid profile of HIV-infected patients and reduce the risk of coronary heart disease.

EFFECTS OF RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION AND PERFORMANCE OF PRIVATE SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN NYERI COUNTY, KENYA

<p>Human resource management (HRM) practices entail policies, systems, and methods that govern workplace employees. They are the processes or functions applied to manage workers and direct them in an organization towards development. Some of the HRM practices include recruitment, screening, selection, development, training, and rewarding of staff. A number of studies to investigate the interaction between HRM practices and organizational performance have been conducted. Many of these studies have been done in the manufacturing or health sectors, with very few having been carried out in private secondary schools. This background is what has necessitated this study in order to investigate the effect of human resource management practices on the performance of private secondary schools in Nyeri County, in Kenya. The objectives of the study were to determine the effect of recruitment, staff development and reward practices on organizational productivity and performance. The study used four theories i.e. Resource-Based View, the Social Exchange Theories, McGregor’s theory X and Y, and the Human Capital to support it. The study targeted a population of 440 subjects. This included principals and their deputies, departmental heads, and classroom teachers of the private secondary schools in Nyeri County. The study adopted descriptive research design. The study applied stratified random sampling technique to pick schools for the research. Interview schedule was used for collecting data from principals, while data from the teachers was obtained through the utilization of questionnaires. The reliability of instruments in this study was established through Cronbach’s alpha, while they were validated through content, construct, and discussion with the supervisor. Descriptive statistics were utilized in the analysis quantitative data with the aid of Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) Version 20 to generate them. Qualitative data was analysed by thematic analysis, content analysis and discussion. The findings of the study were presented in frequency distribution tables. </p><p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/edu_01/0886/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>

Effect of Recruitment and deployment practices on Performance of Healthcare Workers in Kenya.

This study sought to determine the Effect of Recruitment and deployment practices on the Performance of Healthcare Workers, a case of Nursing officers, Ministry of Health, Nyeri County in Kenya. Various organisations employ different human resources initiatives to increase efficiency. The most common initiatives employed to improve efficiency include performance contracts, internal contracting, contracting-out and outsourcing of services, among others. Employing such initiatives are considered among the primary Human Resource Management (HRM) practices, which are aimed at determining the equilibrium between workforce supply and the ability of healthcare practitioners to practise effectively and efficiently to ensure improved and quality care in healthcare systems. This study adopted a cross-sectional descriptive research design. The respondents constituted all nursing staff and managers in Nyeri County health facilities and at the County Director’s Office. Stratified random sampling was used to come up with a sample of 248 respondents. Data was collected using a questionnaire. Descriptive statistics were used in the analysis of data with the help of SPSS 23. Chi-square analysis was used to establish relationships. The researcher found that recruitment processes in Nyeri County comprised internships (f=109, 44%) and field placements (f=82, 33%). Selections were made via individual interviews (f=225, 91%), while job orientation (f=237, 96%) was the main technique. The researchers found that there were gaps in the deployment practices with a mean value of 2.73, SD=1.132. Deployment in some departments was deemed disciplinary action (M=3.09, SD=1.325), and managers response to deployment needs per department or ward or facility (M=3.07, SD=1.218) were rated to a moderate extent. The study concluded that recruitment does not affect the performance of health workers. Although the county was found to use only a few recruitments, selection and orientation approaches and techniques, this did not affect the Healthcare Workers. The study further concluded that deployment practices do not affect the performance of Healthcare Workers.

Severity of Infestation Levels of Tunga Penetrans in Central, Kenya: A Bayesian Cumulative Logit Model

Tungiasis is a neglected parasitic disease that significantly affects communities, especially in developing countries. This study developed a Bayesian severity of the jigger infestation model and its spatial counterpart. Putative determinants leading to different levels of infestation and the most affected areas were to be identified through the model. We collected data through a cross-sectional study with a multi-stage sampling design. A structured questionnaire was administered in each household to capture variables used for modelling jigger infestations. The severity of jigger infestation categorized for each individual was modelled against all the other predictor variables. It was also integrated with spatial data to determine the spatial distribution pattern of jigger infestation. A Bayesian multinomial logistic regression model was used to assess the association between various predictors and different infestation levels. Specifically, an ordered Bayesian Severity Hierarchical (OBSH) categorical model was obtained. This model was categorical based on the Counties (1-Nyeri, 2-Murang'a and 3-Kiambu). Results from this model showed that for a one-unit decrease in the poverty index at level 1 (individuals categorized as poor) there was about a 69% increase in the severity of jigger infestation. A one-unit increase in the percentage of clay in the soil increased the odds ratio of the severity of jigger infestation by a factor of 11.21 while a high percentage of nitrogen in the soil lowered the severity of infestation.  Severity of jigger infestation reduced from the baseline, Nyeri County to Kiambu County. It also increased with increasing altitude due to a decrease in nitrogen levels.

Njega wa Gioko and the European Missionaries in the Colonial Kenya: A theo-historical recollection and reflection

Njega wa Gioko (1865–1948) was one of the pioneer Chiefs in Kirinyaga county of Kenya. The other pioneer Chief in Kirinyaga county was Gutu wa Kibetu (1860–1927) who reigned in the Eastern part of Kirinyaga county. Gioko reigned in the western part of Kirinyaga county (Ndia) that extended to some geographical parts of the present-day Nyeri county and the present-day Embu county. Njega also became the first paramount Chief of Embu district, which refers to the present-day Embu and Kirinyaga counties. As colonial hegemony and the protestant missionary enterprises, and its resultant evangelical theology, began to shape up in the present-day Kirinyaga county and the surrounding areas between 1904 and 1906, it found Gioko and Kibetu as the Athamaki (the most revered leaders). The evangelical European missionaries (Church Missionary Society [CMS]) who were comfortable with the colonial expansion, as it provided western governance structures that favoured their enterprises, employed Calvinistic theology in their dealings with the colonial government, and they dealt with the local leaders ( Athamaki ), who were eventually ‘promoted’ to the post of Chiefs in 1908 by the new rulers. Nevertheless, the missionary’s emphasis on unrealised eschatology (future concerns) differed sharply with those of Athamaki who were the custodians of African indigenous religion and its resultant emphasis on realised eschatology (present concerns). As an agent of African religion, how did Gioko relate with the early 20th-century evangelical European missionaries and their Calvinistic tendencies that favoured the Church–State relationship as the way of God? The data for this research article are gathered through oral interviews, archival sources and extensive review of the relevant literature. Contribution: This article contributes to the journal’s vision and scope with its focus on the early protestant theologies of the European Missionaries of the 19th and 20th centuries, and their resultant clashes with the theologies of African indigenous religion. As a multidisciplinary article that builds on a theo-historical design, the article contributes to the ongoing discourses on gospel and culture.

THE INFLUENCE OF MOTIVATION ON THE PERFORMANCE OF NURSING OFFICERS IN DEVOLVED UNITS, A CASE OF NYERI COUNTY, KENYA

Purpose: The management of human resources in healthcare institutions is vital to enable the delivery of efficient and effective medical and nursing services and to achieve clientele satisfaction. Motivation of human resources for health enhance quality service provision hence better outcomes. This study therefore sought to establish the influence of motivation on the performance of nursing officers, in devolved units, a case of Nyeri County, Kenya.
 Methodology: This study adopted a cross sectional descriptive research design. The respondents constituted all nursing staffs and managers in Nyeri County health facilities and at the County Director’s Office. Stratified random sampling was used to come up with a sample of 248 respondents. Data was collected using questionnaire. Descriptive statistics were used in the analysis of data with the help of SPSS 23. Chi-square analysis was used to establish relationships.
 Findings: The researcher found that motivation of nurses was not well done with a mean of 2.84, SD=1.090, and there were no upgrading and promotion opportunities (M=1.81, SD=1.133) for nurses in the county. There was a moderate performance of nurses with a mean value of 3.75, SD=1.100. Chi-square analysis showed that motivation (χ2 = 28.860, df=16, p=0.025) significant at 95% confidence level. The Cramer’s V value was positive indicating that motivation (v=0.473) enhance performance.
 Contribution to theory, practice and policy: The study concluded that motivation influences the performance of nursing officers, in devolved units in Kenya. Specifically, motivation approaches and techniques used in the health sector should be overhauled and/or reviewed as they are not effective. In particular, remuneration of staffs who have upgraded should be reviewed according to human resources policy.

Breast health awareness campaign and screening pilot in a Kenyan County: Findings and lessons.

Background and AimBreast cancer is the leading cancer in terms of incidence in Kenya. We conducted a breast cancer awareness and screening pilot to assess feasibility of rolling out a national screening program in Kenya.MethodsConducted in Nyeri County during October–November 2019, the pilot had three phases; awareness creation, screening (clinical breast examination and/or imaging) and final evaluation (post‐screening exit interviews and retrospective screening data review). Descriptive statistics on awareness, screening process and outputs were derived.ResultsDuring the pilot, 1813 CBE, 217 breast ultrasounds and 600 mammograms were performed. Mammography equipment utilization increased from 11% to 83%. Of 49 women with suspicious lesions on mammography, only 22 (44.9%) had been linked to care 4 months after the campaign. Of 532 exit interview respondents; 95% (505/532) were ≥35 years of age; 80% (426/532) had been reached by the awareness campaign. Majority (75% [399/532]) had received information from community health volunteers; 68% through social groups. Majority (79% [420/532]) felt the campaign had changed their behavior on breast health. Although 77% (407/532) had knowledge on self breast examination (SBE); only 13% practiced monthly SBE. More than half (58% [306/532]) had previously undertaken a CBE. Approximately 70% (375/528) were unaware of mammography before the pilot; 86% (459/532) had never previously undertaken a mammogram. Fifty‐five percent (293/532) of respondents had screening waiting times of >120 min.ConclusionCommunity health workers can create breast cancer screening demand sustainably. Adequate personnel and effective follow‐up are crucial before national roll‐out of a breast cancer screening program.

Levels of lead, mercury and cadmium in farmed Oriochromis niloticus and Clarias gariepinus in Nyeri county, Kenya

This study evaluated the presence of selected heavy metals in farmed tilapia and catfish) in Nyeri County, Kenya. Live fish comprising of 17 catfish and 33 tilapias were purchased from 15 fish farmers with 31(62%) caught from earthen ponds while 19 (38%) were from liner ponds. The fish were dissected to obtain muscle tissue samples for analysis for levels of lead, mercury and cadmium residues using the Flame Atomic Absorption Spectrometry. Tilapia fish accumulated higher concentrations of lead, mercury and cadmium in the muscles compared to catfish. The difference of lead and mercury ion concentration between fish species was not significant (p>0.05). Fish obtained from earthen ponds recorded a higher mean concentration of the three heavy metals compared to those from liner ponds. Mercury concentration in fish muscles was slightly higher than European Union limits (0.1 Mg/Kg) but lower than codex alimentarius (0.5 Mg/Kg) limits. There is need to continuously monitor levels of heavy metals especially mercury in farmed fish tissues in Nyeri County and other peri-urban areas in Kenya.

A taxonomy of barriers to the adoption of sustainable practices in the coffee farming process

This paper examines the barriers to adoption of Sustainable Agricultural Practices (SAPs) in smallholder coffee farming in Kenya. Previous studies identify several barriers, but there is limited research on where these barriers exist at different stages of the coffee farming operation processes i.e. nurseries for seed germination, planting, growing, and harvesting. The study seeks to examine whether barriers to SAPs adoption differ for different stages of coffee farming process, and if so, how. Drawing on semi-structured interviews with 32 small-scale coffee farmers in the Nyeri county in Kenya, a qualitative investigation was performed, from which several themes emerged depicting key barriers to adoption of SAPs. Based on our findings, we develop a classification system (taxonomy) illustrating the barrier types that hinder the adoption of different SAPs at different stages of the coffee farming process. Such distinctions can help policymakers, NGOs and researchers recommend interventions tailored to help increase adoption of sustainable practices in coffee farming.

Psychological Effects of Gender Role Reversal among Married Men and Women in Nyeri County, Kenya

Gender role reversal among spouses has become increasingly prevalent in both the developed and developing world, yet not much is known about its psychological effects on men and women in marriage especially in the developed and developing world. This study thus sought to establish the psychological effects of gender role reversal limiting itself to symptoms of depression, anxiety and stress among men and women in Nyeri County, Kenya. The target population were married Kikuyu men and women. Multi-stage sampling was used to select a sample of 392 participants constituted of 200 women and 192 men. Data was collected using questionnaires and focus group discussions. Quantitative data was analyzed using descriptive statistics while qualitative data was analyzed thematically. Results showed that 28% had symptoms of depression, 32% had symptoms of anxiety and 36% had symptoms of stress. The results extend our understanding of the psychological effects of the increasing prevalence of gender role reversal in marriage and recommend appropriate interventions to be put in place to mitigate the psychological effects.

CHALLENGES AMONG CANCER PATIENTS THAT MAY INFLUENCE RECOVERY OUTCOMES IN PALLIATIVE CARE UNITS IN NAIROBI AND NYERI COUNTIES

Purpose: This study sought to establish challenges among cancer patients that may influence recovery outcomes in palliative care units in Nairobi and Nyeri Counties.
 Methodology: The study adopted a correlation research design. The target population were the cancer patients, attending treatment at the three palliative care units in Nairobi and Nyeri Counties. Systematic random sampling technique was used in the study to obtain a sample of 96 participants. Semi structured questionnaires were used to collect data. Data was analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics, namely Pearson Moment Correlation Coefficient(r).
 Findings: Result showed that, majority of the respondents indicated participating in the programs available at the palliative care institutions, which included; group psychotherapy (91.7%), spiritual support (91.7%) and programs on coping skills (91.7). Others (22.6%) participated in programs such as performing chorals, knitting and board games. The results also showed that 82.1% and 78.6% of the respondents noted that they experienced challenges of being isolated and lacking finances respectively. 50% of the respondents had a challenge in coping with the condition, while 2.4% experienced challenges in adhering to drugs .These findings were not unusual considering that most of the patients were newly diagnosed with cancer and for some respondent’s metastasis had set in.
 Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy Patients facing challenges receiving palliative care could adopt group psychotherapy, including cognitive-behavioral, informational, non-behavioral, social support, and using unusual treatments such as music and art therapy to curb cancer. Administrators and medical staff in the palliative care units should create awareness and encourage the attending patients to source for a health insurance cover e.g. National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to cater for the cancer disease both outpatient and incase of hospitalization. This will ease the financial burden of cancer on the patient, family and community.

Task-oriented leadership style on students’ academic achievement in public secondary schools in Nyeri county, Kenya

Introduction: The concept of school leadership has attracted the attention of many stakeholders in education sector. Students’ academic achievement is greatly determined by the decisions made by the school governance. The leadership style used by leaders influences the decision making process, communication process and implementation of decisions made. Purpose: The study sought to find out the extent to which task-oriented leadership style used by school heads in public secondary schools in Nyeri Central Sub-County affects students’ academic achievement. Methodology: The study used descriptive research design to obtain accurate information concerning the current existing phenomena. The sample consisted 590 statistically sampled using Krejcie’s and Morgan’s table of sampling. Data was collected using structured questionnaires and interview schedules. After pilot study, the researcher checked validity and reliability of the tools. The reliability value of the tool was 0.8. To enhance consistency of the tool, test-retest reliability technique was used and yielded a coefficient of 0.76. Pearson’s Correlation Coefficient was used to determine the relationship between task-oriented leadership style and students’ academic achievement. Results: The study found that principals who practiced task-oriented leadership style posted high mean mark in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE). The study also revealed that majority of principals practiced relationship-oriented leadership style hence, it was the most prevalent leadership style in Nyeri Central Sub-County. The study found a strong positive correlation between task-oriented leadership style and students’ achievement. Recommendations: It is recommended that principals’ should incorporate different leadership styles depending on the situation at hand to promote high students achievement.

Nutrition counselling and knowledge on iron and folic acid supplementation among pregnant women in Nyeri County, Kenya

Background: In the world, a deficiency of iron is the most common nutrition disorder affecting more than 30% of the global populace more so children and women. Countries in the developing world are working in programs on implementing the iron and folic acid supplementation (IFAS) although the effectiveness of curbing anemia is usually affected by non-compliance to iron and folic acid supplements by women who are pregnant. The government of Kenya has come up with strategies to deal with anemia which include supplementation of iron and folic acid, implementation of focused antenatal care even though they have encountered a few hurdles resulting to sub optimal coverage and low levels of compliance.Methods: This was a mixed method study whereby both qualitative and quantitative data was analysed. A sample size of 385 pregnant women were interviewed. Data was collected using questionnaires. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze the quantitative data which was presented in form of frequency and percentage tables, bar graphs and pie charts. Results: Results show that 96% of the expectant women indicated that they were advised to take fruits while 86% indicated that they were advised to take green vegetables. This shows that pregnant women in the study had good knowledge of their dietary needs.Conclusions: The study concludes that expectant women had high nutrition knowledge on foods that raise the haemoglobin levels during gravidity.