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Effects of Managerial Competences on Financial Performance of Savings and Credit Cooperatives in South -Western Uganda: A Case of Selected Saccos in Bushenyi-Ishaka Municipality
(Kampala International University; Faculty of Business and Management, 2023-05) Namara Beatrice
This study sought to establish the effects of managerial competences on the financial performance of SACCOs in Bushenyi-Ishaka Municipality. The study was induced by the managerial incompetence’s experienced in the Sacco leading to low performance. This study thus aimed at enhancing the understanding of the impact of managerial competences on financial performance of Sacco’s. Due to the significant adaptability of the locals, the savings and credit cooperatives (SACCO) industry is currently growing swiftly throughout east Africa. Micro Finance Support Centre (MSC) claims that SACCO performance in Uganda has been below average. The research was guided by the following objectives: To establish the correlation between technical skills on financial performance of SACCO’s in Bushenyi-Ishaka Municipality, to determine the relationship between conceptual skills on financial performance of SACCO’s in Bushenyi-Ishaka Municipality and to investigate the relationship between Interpersonal skills on financial performance of SACCO’s in Bushenyi-Ishaka Municipality. Data was collected using Self-administered questionnaires. The Population of the study was 100 respondents and the Sample size was 80. The correlation research design was used in this study. Findings indicated a positive significant correlation between technical skills on financial performance of SACCOs in Bushenyi- Ishaka Municipality (P=0.000, P< 0.05), the study also revealed a positive significant relationship between conceptual skills on financial performance of SACCOs in Bushenyi-Ishaka municipality (P=0.000, P<0.05), the study further revealed that there was no significant relationship between interpersonal skills on financial performance of SACCOs in Bushenyi Ishaka-municipality ( P=0.000, P=0.121 or P>.051). According to an adjusted R2 value of (.625), managerial abilities explained 62.5% of variances in financial performance. According to this study, the conclusion was the performance of the financial sector is significantly influenced by technical and conceptual managerial skills. Therefore, the study recommended that the financial performance of the SACCOs in the Bushenyi-Ishaka municipality may be improved by holding seminars and workshops focused at enhancing technical, conceptual and interpersonal skills in order to achieve maximum Sacco’s financial performance.
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Corporate Transformation and Organisational Effectiveness in the Tea Industry in Bushenyi District South Western Uganda
(Kampala International University; Faculty of Business and Management, 2021-12) Asuman Bateyo
The purpose of implementing changes in organizations is to improve their effectiveness. The implementation and management of these changes has faced several challenges which has made organizations ineffective. One of these changes is corporate transformation. This study therefore aimed at establishing the relationship between corporate transformation and organizational effectiveness. The specific objectives included: To establish the relationship between (i) reframing, (ii) restructuring, (iii) revitalization and (iv) renewal and organizational effectiveness. The target population was 482 with a sample size of 224 respondents. The study adopted a pragmatic philosophy, mixed methods approach using cross sectional and correlation designs for quantitative and phenomenological design for qualitative approaches. Data were collected using non-standardized instruments and in-depth interviews. The parametric tests were performed and all passed the linearity requirements. Data were analyses using descriptive statistics, Pearson Linear Correlation Coefficient, regression analysis and thematic content analysis.
The findings of this study indicated that there is a positive and significant relationship between reframing, revitalization, renewal and organizational effectiveness but showed no significant relationship between restructuring and organizational effectiveness. The recommendations suggested that the factory should maintain active mobilization for change, have a strategic vision, review implementation of restructuring programmes inform of creation of economic models, redesigning work architecture and aligning physical infrastructure and planning for the factory new and future businesses
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Chemo-protective Effects of Ascorbic acid on Fluoxetine-induced Spermatotoxicity in Male Wistar Rats
(Kampala International University; Faculty of Biomedical Sciences, 2023-05) Aruwa Ojodale Joshua
Depression has become a common mental disorder worldwide, affecting more than 280 million people of all ages, and it has been noted to be one of the leading causes of disability and suicide, and it is one of the major contributors to the global burden of diseases. Fluoxetine (FLX) is a Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI), and it is a common medicine used as a first-line treatment of depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. It is capable of causing infertility in the male reproductive system through the release of Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS). Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) is a natural exogeneous antioxidant which has been used for centuries to treat and prevent diseases. It has been shown to improve proliferation, apoptosis of tumour cells, and reproductive functions. Over 280 million people of all ages worldwide suffer one form of depression or the other, therefore, is a proportionate increase in the use of antidepressants. Due to the use of Fluoxetine in the management of depression among male adults, spermatotoxicity is induced by the release of reactive oxygen species. The protective effects of Ascorbic acid against sperm toxicity was studied on sperm fertility indexes, relative testicular weight, and histological changes of the testes in adult male wistar rats treated with Fluoxetine, and the aim of this study was to shed more light on how male fertility can be improved, especially among fluoxetine users.
Adult male wistar rats were divided into 6 groups: Group 1 Control (received distilled water), Group 2 (treated with Fluoxetine 20mg/kg), Group 3 (treated with Vitamin C 100mg/kg), Group 4 (treated with Fluoxetine 20mg/kg + Vitamin C 50mg/kg), Group 5 (treated with Fluoxetine 20mg/kg + Vitamin C 100mg/kg), Group 6 (treated with Fluoxetine 20mg/kg + Vitamin C 150mg/kg). Animals were treated by oral gavage once daily for 60 days. The testicular tissue was assayed for oxidative stress parameters, sperm functions, hormone, relative organ weight, and histological changes. The results showed that treatment with Fluoxetine generally had a detrimental effect on fertility parameters, and a combined treatment of Fluoxetine with Vitamin C showed improvement. Vitamin C ameliorated alterations in parameters measuring oxidative stress changes, sex hormone, sperm functions, relative organ weight, and histological changes. From our study, we conclude that protection against Fluoxetine-induced alterations by Vitamin C in reproductive parameters was partly due to its antioxidant effect. It is recommended that markers of oxidative stress should constantly be evaluated in humans that are on Fluoxetine therapy, and they should be given Ascorbic acid alongside to counteract the toxic effects caused by the administration of Fluoxetine. It is also recommended that the study be carried out in females to ascertain the level of Fluoxetine toxicity and possible chemo-protective effects of Ascorbic acid.
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Resources Allocation and Success of Relief Projects: A Study of World Vision Relief Projects In Juba City, South Sudan
(2026) Emmanuel Gabriel Ziwe
The study examined the effect of resource allocation on the success of relief projects, using World Vision relief projects in Juba City, South Sudan, as a case study. The study was guided by Resource Dependency Theory and Project Success Theory and specifically focused on the effects of financial, human, and material resource allocation on project success. The study adopted a descriptive mixed-methods research design, combining both quantitative and qualitative approaches to obtain comprehensive insights into the relationship between resource allocation and project outcomes. Data were collected from 286 respondents comprising project staff, beneficiaries, government officials, and community leaders, of whom 245 provided valid responses for analysis. Quantitative data were analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS), while qualitative data obtained through interviews were analyzed thematically.
The findings revealed that financial resource allocation had a statistically significant positive effect on the success of World Vision relief projects in Juba City. Adequate and timely funding enhanced project implementation, operational efficiency, and service delivery, although challenges such as delayed disbursement processes, rigid donor requirements, and limited budget flexibility constrained project responsiveness. The study further established that human resource allocation significantly influenced project success through improved staff competence, coordination, and service effectiveness. However, centralized staffing structures and inadequate localization of personnel reduced adaptability to community-specific needs. In addition, material resource allocation was found to have a significant positive effect on project success by improving the availability and distribution of relief supplies, though inefficiencies in resource sharing, logistics, and needs-based distribution affected the effectiveness of interventions.
The study concluded that effective allocation of financial, human, and material resources plays a critical role in determining the success of relief projects in fragile and humanitarian settings such as Juba City, South Sudan. Nevertheless, structural and operational constraints, including bureaucratic funding systems, insufficient local participation, and limited flexibility in resource deployment, hindered the achievement of optimal project outcomes. The study recommended the adoption of decentralized and adaptive budgeting systems, enhanced donor engagement through transparent accountability mechanisms, strengthened localized human resource deployment, and institutionalized participatory planning for material resource distribution. These measures were considered essential for improving the responsiveness, efficiency, and sustainability of humanitarian relief projects in South Sudan.
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Procurement Practices and Project Performance: A Study of Salaam Road Construction Project in Dusamareb District, Somalia
(2026) Burhan Siad Hussein
This study examined the effects of procurement practices on project performance, focusing on the Salaam Road construction project in Dusamareb District, Somalia. The objectives were to determine the impact of technology integration, assess the effect of equipment utilization and maintenance, and evaluate how financial resource allocation influenced project performance. A cross-sectional research design was adopted, and data were collected using both questionnaires and interviews, which enabled effective information gathering from participants. The study targeted 320 individuals, with a valid response rate of 83%, yielding 148 usable questionnaires. Respondents were selected using a combination of random and purposive sampling techniques.
Descriptive statistics were used to summarize the data, while correlation and multiple regression analyses were employed to test predictive relationships. The significance of the regression models was assessed using ANOVA, and the coefficient of determination (R²) represented the proportion of variance in project performance explained by the predictors. The findings revealed that technology integration had a strong positive effect on project performance (mean = 3.21, SD = 0.89, F = 27.538, Sig. = 0.000). Equipment utilization and maintenance were also recognized as critical for enhancing project performance (mean = 3.61, SD = 1.71, F = 27.038, Sig. = 0.000). imilarly, financial resource allocation significantly influenced project outcomes (mean = 3.37, SD = 1.65, F = 26.538, Sig. < 0.05), highlighting the importance of adequate funding and effective budgeting. The study concluded that investing in technology, ensuring effective equipment management, and implementing robust financial planning were essential for the successful execution of construction projects in Somalia. The study recommended that stakeholders provide comprehensive training for personnel to utilize new technologies effectively, establish systematic maintenance programs, and develop strong financial management frameworks. This research contributed to knowledge by demonstrating how procurement practices enhanced project performance in fragile contexts and provided practical recommendations for project managers, government agencies, and development partners aiming to improve construction project outcomes in Somalia.