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Challenges faced by women in domestic solid waste management in Lubowa-Seguku Parish.
(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2006-09) Nakiryowa B.A, Robbinab,
In order to understand women’s struggle for political independence and other freedoms in Uganda in particular, and Africa at large, it is important to first identify factors which hinder them (women) from freely taking part in the government of their choice right from grass root levels. This study employed a documentary and descriptive model to investigate the reasons for the low participation of women in politics in Uganda particularly and the globe in general. The results indicate that male dominance (patriarchy tendencies), cultural attitudes of society towards women and low educational levels for women increases their inability to participate in political and decision-making affairs of the country. It is seen that women need to be given the freedom and encouragement by their male counterpart such that they can be able to participate freely in decision-making issues of their country and other serious issues affecting them. The study recommends that male politicians should change their ways of perceiving women in negative ways, so that women come out of the marginalization cycles to engage in active politics of their countries. Discriminatory tendencies towards women as regards their education by parents and inferiority feelings among women themselves should be priority issues that need to be critically addressed. The government should establish institutions that can protect the interests of women and their concerns besides the organizations formed by women themselves. Above all women should be allowed the freedom to form and join political parties because this will provide a level ground for them to actively get involved in politics.
Good governance, public policy and capacity building in Uganda. 1986-2006. a critical study
(Kampala International University.College Of Humanities and social science, 2006-10) Azah, Taibu
This research paper debates issues experienced in implementing public policies, the role of good governance and capacity building in Uganda. The paper highlights the complexity and messiness of real world in policy-making and implementation in which institutions are influenced by, among other factors, their beliefs and values, the practices and power of other actors, their networks with other actors, and the political space for debate and negotiation in specific context. Good governance is a controversial issue meaning different thing to different people moreover it is inseparable with public policy making, implementation and the system of governance. The study critically examined the histmy of governance in Uganda while drawing information from different literature by different scholars and then came to a conclusion that the system of governance in a country directly affects the way policies are made, implemented and the extent at which elements of good governance are incorporated in the public policy processes. Secondaiy information was used as a basis of analysis which showed that governments institutions and international agencies play a vital role in the public policy affair however they cannot simply make policy implementation work better through the exercise of their own power alone, a collective effort is needed right from the onset of policy fo1mulation up to policy implementation stage. They need to develop capabilities in managerial skills that allow for the appropriate framework and set a stage for institutional reform. This is the political will required to bridge the 'know do' gap, support effective decision-making through participation, transparency, democracy and responsiveness to sustain policy implementation. viii The paper emphasizes that implementation represents a policy action relationship that 'needs to be regarded as a process of interaction and negotiation, taking place over time, between those seeking to put policy into effect and those upon whom action depends 'and the beneficiaries. The paper further highlights the need to strengthen capacity building at all levels of the policy process and also emphasizes the need for institutional reform. The paper suggests a way forward in which it presents better mechanisms to be considered while implementing public policies and gives alternative perspective on best practices that takes fuller account of the ways in which the exercise of good governance shapes implementation experiences. Then finally the study draws conclusions, summaries and recommendations. All in all this study illustrate that the complex task of managing implementation requires deliberate action to build support for policies among those responsible for their implementation and suggests that interventions are generally seen as resulting from the weak institutions, lack of political will and the failure to hold government accountable for their actions.
Good governance, public policy and capacity building in Uganda. 1986-2006. a critical study
(Kampala International University,College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2006-10) Taibu, Azah
This research paper debates issues experienced in implementing public policies, the role of good governance and capacity building in Uganda. The paper highlights the complexity and messiness of real world in policy-making and implementation in which institutions are influenced by, among other factors, their beliefs and values, the practices and power of other actors, their networks with other actors, and the political space for debate and negotiation in specific context. Good governance is a controversial issue meaning different thing to different people moreover it is inseparable with public policy making, implementation and the system of governance. The study critically examined the history of governance in Uganda while drawing information from different literature by different scholars and then came to a conclusion that the system of governance in a country directly affects the way policies are made, implemented and the extent at which elements of good governance are incorporated in the public policy processes. Secondary information was used as a basis of analysis which showed that governments institutions and international agencies play a vital role in the public policy affair however they cannot simply make policy implementation work better through the exercise of their own power alone, a collective effort is needed right from the onset of policy formulation up to policy implementation stage. They need to develop capabilities in managerial skills that allow for the appropriate framework and set a stage for institutional reform. This is the political will required to bridge the 'know do' gap, support effective decision-making through participation, transparency, democracy and responsiveness to sustain policy implementation. viii The paper emphasizes that implementation represents a policy action relationship that 'needs to be regarded as a process of interaction and negotiation, taking place over time, between those seeking to put policy into effect and those upon whom action depends 'and the beneficiaries. The paper further highlights the need to strengthen capacity building at all levels of the policy process and also emphasizes the need for institutional reform. The paper suggests a way forward in which it presents better mechanisms to be considered while implementing public policies and gives alternative perspective on best practices that takes fuller account of the ways in which the exercise of good governance shapes implementation experiences. Then finally the study draws conclusions, summaries and recommendations. All in all this study illustrate that the complex task of managing
The Role of Community Participation in Improving Social Services to Rural Communities in Uganda: A Case of Decentralized Health Services in Butambala Health Sub-District - Mpigi District
(Kampala International University,Masters in Development Administration and Management of Kampala, 2006-10) Tom, Mulegi
The study mainly set out to analyze the role of community participation 111 improving social services to rural communities in Uganda. The researcher based the study on the fact that, most deaths in the community are due to conditions that could otherwise be preventable . This would be reduced through meaningful community participation and the belief was that decentralization would offer an environment for such participation. It was mainly a field survey of a sample county /Health sub-district in Mpigi District. The main objectives of the study were to identify the effects of the management structures on community participation, to assess the quality of service delivered under a decentralized frame work, and to establish the impact of community participation on health service delivery. A number of research instruments were used in the study ranging from questionnaires, interviews, observation and review of related literature. The Sampling techniques used were: simple random sampling and the stratified random sampling lo ensure that all the population Sub groups were fully and objectively involved in the study. The quality of health services was measured against their accessibility, affordability, availability to the population and the level of community awareness of the service. The major findings of the study are that, though decentralization offered the opportunities for community participation, the community is still not fully involved. This is partly clue to community ignorance pl us the domination of lower level Health Management structures by District level representatives. The study also revealed that the quality of health services delivered is much higher in preventive and promotive services compared lo the curative services largely due to the level of accessibility to these services These challenges demand restructuring and strengthening the lower level health management structures, to ensure that there is capacity and capability to respond to health and social needs. Thus, attention should be drawn to processes that involve community participation but with special attention to vulnerable groups especially the rural poor, women and children Consequently, it is critical to re- examine policy at the national level so as to align it with overall population welfare. It means creating and operationalising a mechanism where PHC and activities in other sectors re-enforce each other.
Decentralization and poverty reduction Butare province; Rwanda.
(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2006-10) Atwine, Bernard; Diisi, Madam
The present study was about decentralization and poverty reduction in Rwanda\ ~‘he study was carried out in Butare province taking Butare town and Save district as the case study. The conducted study is in line with the formulated hypothesis that : Will decentralised Administration with Devolution of Power from Central Levels to the Lower Units of Administration lead to Poverty Reduction in Rwanda? This study was guided by the following objectives; to examine factors that lead to poverty in Rwanda, to establish the institutions of decentralized planning that are intended for poverty reduction, to determine the linkage between decentralization and poverty reduction and to find out best practices of decentralized planning that can lead to poverty reduction in Rwanda To conduct a study of this nature, district, sector and cell officials as well as the local people at grassroots levels were selected as the sample population. A total of 82 respondents were selected to answer the research questions. The researcher employed the “comparative” approach to conduct this research study. The study is based on both primary and secondly data. The primary data obtained was grouped into qualitative and quantitative sections for a thorough analysis. The study used multi-stage sampling technique in the identification of categories in the sample unit whereas the purposive sampling technique was employed in the identification of individual respondents. Data was collected by use of documentary analysis, observation, interview and questionnaire techniques. The study used simple statistical tools for data processing. The findings obtained show that decentralized administration of planning is being implemented in both Butare Town and Save District. The findings also revealed that there existed clear coordination between decentralized planning and poverty reduction strategies. The study therefore established that decentralization can be a better approach to poverty reduction. However, the study suggests that more efforts are needed to gear up the process of decentralization for poverty reduction. Recommendations such as; rural development and agricultural transformation through agricultural extension programs by the ministry of agriculture, local officials should be trained in participatory planning tools, local people should be sensitized on how to become active participants and improve on administrative infrastructure are therefore suggested in chapter five for this program to become a success in the of poverty reduction.
A critical anal sis of socio-economic status of teenage mothers in Nyendo-Ssenyange Division; Saka District
(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2006-11) Bakyaita, Grace
Challenges and opportunities of women economic survival strategies in Tanzania: a case se study of Arusha Women Economic Groups
(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2007-09) Abraham P., Mnzava
The study considered the economic survival strategies, the challenges women and how they deal with them in Arusha Municipality. The instruments used in the study included questionnaires; focus group discussion guides and records perusal documentary analysis. The category of respondents in the study composed of women economic group members, loan officials, municipality staff in Arusha and community members, all totaling one hundred twenty only (120). The major findings were: Income generating activities, group formation, and involvement of women in leadership and implementation of the revolving fund are the major strategies of the women groups in Arusha Municipality. The challenges that women economic groups face in implementing economic strategies include lack of finance, collateral, skills and conflicts among women group members. The existing challenges can be dealt with through fully involving the beneficiaries in providing solutions using a bottom up approach which is releasable and desirable. It is suggested that involvement in IGAs. Increased government and donor support, review of the policies regarding credit schemes, increasing the training. Literacy and development, increased monitoring and evaluation and financial audits. Increased collective bargaining and negotiation could help mitigate the identified challenges. The major conclusions are as follows: Women economic activities are diverse and unviable, women are unpowered and their access to loans is limited by various internal and external factors that may resource mobilization to alleviate poverty difficult. There are some factors that make it hard for women groups to implement their economic strategies in Arusha. These challenges have social-economic, political and skill dimensions. These obstacles can be removed through collective effort. The coping mechanisms facing women as revealed by the studs tend to make them remain dependants. It may not be clear whether these interventions are feasible in terms of financial, human and material resources. Access to credit has conditionalities, which are prohibitive to potential customers. This trend needs to be reversed.
Challenges of implementing fiscal decentralization. A assessment of the harmonized participatory budgeting process in Makindye division
(Kampala International University, Colleges of Humanities and Social sciences, 2007-09) Expedit S, sekyanzi
The study was about the harmonized participatory budgeting process Makindye Division. The variables of the study were: participation and budget intervening variables were poverty levels, political stability and government performance. The objectives of the study were to assess the harmonized budgeting process, to assess the roles of stakeholders in the budgeting process and to assess other factors affecting the budgeting process. Categories of respondents included political leaders, technical staff, community members, and NGOs and CBOs. The methods/instruments used include questionnaires, focus group discussion and documentation. The findings of the study indicated that the budgeting process in Makindye Division is participatory. It involves consultations and negotiations between councilors and various stakeholders. The roles of stakeholders in the budgeting process include planning, implementation of budgets, lobbying for more resources, sensitizing community members, providing information and supplementing the local government budget and monitoring and evaluation. It was established that there were a number of factors influencing the budgeting process. These include unfavorable government policy and the lack of facilitation, technical competence accountability. The study established that various roles of stakeholders are well known despite the fact that the degree of performance of stakeholders varies from one stakeholder group to another. The study recommended that interventions in the areas of mobilization, planning, government policy, facilitation, technical capacity and accountability should be undertaken so as to improve participation of all stakeholders in the budgeting process.
The role of civil society organizations in resettlement programme in northern Uganda:
(2007-10) Odongo, Mike
This study was specifically designed to assess the role of Civil· Society Organisations in the resettlement Programme in northern Uganda, taking Moroto County as a case study. This particular part of Uganda had registered a large number of IDPs. This provides palatable ground for data collection in lieu of the role of CSOs in resettlement programme. The study focuses on the contributions made by the CSOs in the resettlement programme in Moroto County. It further seeks to identify the various initiatives made by the local communities as a response to the resettlement. The challenges that the CSOs and local communities go through have been thoroughly attended to. A number of related literatures were reviewed on different themes such as; the Contributions of CSOs, local community initiatives and challenges faced by CSOs and local communities. The researcher applied quantitative methods of data collection supplemented by qualitative. The main methods of data collection were by use of questionnaires, observation, interview and documentation. Data was guided by research questions, objectives and theoretical framework under three main themes; local community initiatives, role of CSOs and challenges faced. A sample population of 114 were selected from the two sub-counties of Apala and Aloi whose total population is 22,412 The study findings indicate that, despite the enormous contributions made by the CSOs in resettlement programme, in Moroto, a lot more is still demanded if the returnees (former IDPs) are to resume their normal lives. The local community initiatives should be encouraged. Besides that, government of Uganda should hasten the Juba Peace Talk since this will bring confidence to the people and assurance of peace and security.
Community support systems for the care of orphans and Vulnerable children (OVC): a case of Kampala central division
(Kampala international University college of humanities and social science, 2007-10) Tumuhaise, Godfrey
A big gap still exists between what has been done and what ought to be done to meet the needs of Orphans and Other Vulnerable Children and protect their rights. This study investigates community responses to the problem of OVC. A case study research design employing both quantitative and qualitative research methods were used to carry out this study. The study population comprised of 600 household heads and 620 OVC. Both household survey questionnaires and focus group discussions were used as data collection instruments. The findings of this study suggest that most OVC are cared for within family lines with women being the majority of care givers. To cope with the large numbers of OVC, households have devised a number of coping mechanisms such as engaging in various income generating activities which include: produce, retail shop keeping, saloning, bar attendants, working in garages, and petty trade. However, these mechanisms are still inadequate in meeting both physical and social needs of OVC, and protecting their rights. This study, therefore, recommends greater involvement of government and other stakeholders to strengthen the existing coping mechanisms to meet the needs of OVC.
Women’s perspectives on domestic gender-based violence a case study of women in Nebbi district
(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2007-10) Alithum, Bruce
This study was set out to analyze the women's perspectives on domestic genderbased violence in Nebbi District. Specifically the study was guided by the three. It also suffices to note that women are more involved in most of the rural chores though their control over incomes is unfavorably looked down upon (Kasente, 1998:9). Reducing poverty and uplifting their status calls for recognition of the contribution of women to development (Kwesiga, 1993: 9) particularly now that 80% are in the country side, illiterate and above all in rural and peri-urban areas like Nebbi.The promotion of gender equality and empowering women by 2015 is enshrined in the third goal of the Millennium Development Goals (MGDs) on which several countries including Uganda are focusing their development attention. Article 14 of the United Nations Convention on elimination of violence against women, lays greater emphasis on the protection of women and the appropriate measures state parties should take in order to address the accruing challenges (Directorate of Gender and Community Development, 2000: 31 ). The above realization of violence emerges from the observed universal oppression and inequality that are grounded in the patriarchal system of female subservience and secondary status (Fenster, 1999:7). This system seems to have a direct correlation with the current gender-based violence (DGBV) in the structures of our societies, that keep women subjugated and maintained as servants to men. With the ever-increasing magnitude, feminists have risen up to question servile position. (Akina Mama WA Africa, 2003: 27). At national level there are high rates of wife battering, particularly from Northern and Eastern Uganda. According to locally available information at the District community development office and the police in Nebbi, there is high rate of defilement, rape and abuse and particularly geared towards the women and the girl-child. Domestic and gender issues needs a systematic attention in the design of adjustment measures that are aimed at redressing the intra-house hold
Public Private Partnership in Utilization of Funds in the Health Sector in Tanzania an Analysis of Key Financing Mechanisms
(Kampala International University,Masters in Development Administration and Management, 2007-10) Kamau Kuria, Henry
Purpose As a result of donor apathy, there has been notable decrease in the amount of donor funding to the social sector in recent years. Results of recent studies conducted on the impact of previous donor funding efforts have led to development workers to query if foreign aid works. Noting the importance of the health sector in a country's pathway to development, the purpose of this study is to analyse the key financing mechanisms in the republic of Tanzania with a view to informing the policy makers on the need to design more efficient, equitable and sustainable financing mechanisms. Methodology This study used two main strategies to ensure sufficient collection of secondary and primary data. This included a detailed review of related literature obtained from internet searches, publications and related papers and journals from all over the world but with specific focus on Tanzania. The source of primary data was mainly from interviews with key stakeholders, that is, representatives from donor agencies, leading NGOs, faith based organizations and government departments. Findings. The study notes that public private partnerships in delivery of health services are not new in the republic of Tanzania. The earlier public partnership between the district hospitals and the private not for profit faith based organizations was more focused than the public private partnership between the transnational drug companies and the central government today. Implications. There is need to redefine the objectives of public private partnerships to ensure that partnerships are initiated where they exist in pursuit of a common objective. Policies and legislation are required to ensure where viable partnerships are identified, the ventures are appropriately monitored to ensure the set goals are achieved in an efficient manner.
The Role of Constituency Development Fund on Women Empowerment: A Case of Mathira Constituency, Nyeri North District- Kenya.
(Kampala International University, masters Degree In Development Administration And Management, 2007-10) George, Kimu Nyamu
This study is an evaluation on the role of CDF on women empowerment. Despite the government intervention by empowering of the community through CDF initiatives the wide gap between economic participation and political social power exist. Women involvement in key decision in the development process is not consummated with their level of contribution. They are therefore persisted trends and patterns of poverty level among the women irrespective of government intervention through empowerment of rural community. Several Journals, books, articles and literature written by scholars and international financial organization were reviewed. The literature was reviewed on women empowerment in three items; contribution of development processes challenge!; and strategies of women empowerment. A case study was used to narrate the situation by intensively investigate the CDF structure. Several method c f data collection were employed, interviewed and focus group discussion , questionnaire observation and documentary analysis into three items, contributions, challenges and strategies. The outcome of findings confirmed minimal benefit and less opportunity and women, tr e low contribution of CDF initiatives to the women's empowerment in terms of participation where men dominate. The most challenging factors were fund insensitive systems, traditional and cultural values and social economic and politic 31 dependency of women the most strategic approach on welfare of women was found to be enhancing strategic gender. The study therefore recommended for project free women workload and special programs on women, affirmative action and women will work plus ensure access to relevant of information on CDF communities. All in all special programs which are genders responsive would boost women's negotiation capacities as well as their skills and confidence. Such efforts also increase overall productivity for the community there by maximizing the role of CDF on empowerment of women.
The role of government education policy on the social development process of Kitui District- Kenya
(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2007-10) Crispus, iLleLi; Kinuva
In spite of national aim to achieve education for all, basic education remain an elusive dream for many Kenyans, particularly girls in arid and semi arid lands(ASAL).The research study was carried out in Kitui district. It was aimed at finding out the role of government education policy on the social development process of Kitui district. The policy includes UPE, USE, OVC and Street Children education programme and HELB which are geared towards fulfillment of the MDGS. These programmes are aimed at creating gender parity and women emancipation in the country and improving living standards among the people. The study analyzed the contributions made by the government education policy in the development process in Kitui district, Kenya. It . examined the level of involvement and contribution of the local population in the implementation of the government education policies. It also explored on the challenges faced out by the government in the implementation of government education policy. Finally it investigated the strategies put in place by government to overcome the challenges hindering the implementation of education policy. The study examined a sample population of 100 respondents, which include community and opinion leaders, teachers, graduates, DEO, and AEO. The Kitui district is divided into ten (10) divisions. Out of the ten (10) divisions, the study considered only four divisions. For these four (4) divisions was selected using purposive sampling technique and the other two (2) divisions were selected using systematic random sampling. The study investigated how these five clusters of respondents theorized government education policy, their perceptions on the value of UPE, USE, Education for OVC and HELB government education policy programmes. Several pieces of related literature on the roles of government education policy on the development process were read and written in Chapter two. Questionnaire, Focus group discussions and semi -structured interviews schedules and observation constituted the main methods used to get the primary data. Documentary data analysis constituted the main method for secondary data collection. The data was then analyzed for each group Xll according to the themes in the research questions and objectives. The researcher noted that corruption, cultural beliefs, lack of local population participation and mismanagement and disbursement of government funds were the main challenges that were found out by the research findings. The research also found that the following strategies are put in place; youth Polytechnics and Technical Institutions, Capacity Building Programmes, Gender Mainstreaming, Jua Kali Training and Rising the Number of Educational Institution . Finally, recommendations were made regarding the study and these include, provision of adequate instructional materials to schools, government should reduce teacher-pupil ratio to a manageable size such that participatory learning is promoted, government to continue expanding the current physical facilities in primary, secondary schools and tertiary education institutions in an effort to accommodate the large enrollments. GOK should increase capitation grant given to schools by government through UPE, and USE programmes. HELB kitty should also be increased to cater for all the needs of university students.
Investigating the importance of counseling services to the communities of makindye division, Kampala district
(Kampala International University,College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2008-09) Namajja, Khawa
Thus the study was focused on investigating the importance of counseling in the development of communities in Makindye Division Kampala district. The research questions were designed to direct the research in the course of the data collection. The study was built on the theory of Carl Rogers who proposed that counseling services would empower an individual in the psychological growth and maturity and hence make responsible decisions. The study adopted basically descriptive research design. Two research instruments were designed to collect primary and secondary data on objectives of the study. Oral interviews and Questionnaires were also employed. . In section two, the study reflected on relevant literature on counseling and how it changed people's perception of the real world. The study found out that although counseling pronounced today by many development agents, few people are aware of its existence and of course its role on the development process in Uganda and in Kampala International university in particular. The independent variable was counseling in which the development agents must depend on for its helpful ideology in Uganda. The ideology of counseling was that those who a.re counseled make healthy decisions in the possible development programmes. The study recommended that the government, development agencies, and the communities should embrace counseling in their programmes so as to create awareness on the existing human problems and how cope with these problems to achieve development goals. In conclusion, counseling as a practice 1s focused on building responsible citizen, development agents. Social workers. Psychologists, health educators to help people solve their problems and thus sustainable development. As people become increasingly enmeshed in the Life style, accruing from the scientific age, the psychological consequences and behavior become more complex. The need for ht e counseling services in all sectors of development would promise people for realizing their dreams and aspirations m life which may be important when incorporated on the development agenda.
An assessment of complementary feeding practices and their effects on improving chances of child survival in Masindi district, Uganda
(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2008-09) Kabasindi, Annet J.
The study aimed at carrying out an assessment of complementary Feeding practices and their effects on improving chances of child survival in Masindi district. It was guided by specific objectives; to assess the effect of complementary feeding practices on infants, to establish the factors affecting safe and appropriate complementary feeding practices, to evaluate the impact of complementary feeding practices on nutrition status and mortality rates. Sampling was done according to Standardized Monitoring and Assessment of Relief and Transition (SMART) Nutrition survey Guidelines. Anthropometric measurements were taken on children ranging (6-24 months). One set of structured questionnaires was administered. Qualitative data was obtained through interviews with Focus group discussions and Key informant. The results obtained indicated that breast feeding was widely practiced with 60% and 51.8% in Miirya and Nyangahya sub counties respectively. Timely complementary infant food was practiced and mothers introduced appropriate foods between 6-10 months. It was found that 46% in both Miirya and Nyangahya feed children on milk tea and there was also wide spread feeding of liquids and foods in this age group. Vaccination coverage in children of 6-24 months was determined by vaccination card record 49%in Miirya had cards and 51% in Nyangahya. For DPT3 was 49% and 51% in measles vaccination it was 48% and 52% in Miirya and Nyangahya respectively. The feeding of Infants and young children was not in line with the Infant and Young Child Feeding Policy with less than 1 % of children receiving 5 meals a day and almost half of the children sharing a plate with adults. This therefore revealed that there is need for a comprehensive social mobilization strategy with an Information, Education and Communication campaign on maternal and infant and young child feeding with specific focus on complementary Feeding. Provision of health and nutrition education by community health workers with more emphasis on breastfeeding and complementary feeding practices, food preparation, hygiene, and sanitation targeting is also very crucial. Strengthening of the Maternal and Child Health programs should be done to cub down the prevalence of preventable diseases such as diarrhea and cough. Therefore with all the above, reducing childhood malnutrition requires a multi-sectoral approach that included a variety of interventions to address its major cause.
The role of some sector programmes in poverty reduction in Rwanda: a case study of Rwamagana District
(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2008-09) Nahayo, Sylvere
This study determined the role & some sector programs in poverty reduction in Rwanda: A case study of Rwamagana District.The objectives of the study were to establish the role of rural roads in poverty reduction, to find out the role of primary health care in poverty reduction and to find out the role of agriculture extension services in poverty reduction in Rwanda.This study employed a case study design to determine the role of some sector programs in poverty reduction in Rwanda. To achieve the objectives of the study and answer research questions, a stratified method was used to sample the target population of Rwamagana District. Semi structured questionnaire, books and written documentary were used to obtain data. Frequency and percentage were the statistical treatment utilized. The findings revealed that there are roads established in the last six years in Rwamagana District and these roads contribute to the development of the District. All respondents said that, the construction of new roads in Rwamagana District has given communities access to agriculture and other economic actMties. access to school, health and other community services in order to reduce poverty. The study revealed that the majority of respondents were aware of the role of health care services in poverty reduction and that the primary health care is a key determinant of economic growth while ill health reduces economic growth and limits the resources. More than a half of respondents live within 4km of a health centre and the majority have mosquito nets in their household which means that health and health related services have improved in Rwamagana District. It was also revealed that land use management is a fundamental tool in poverty reduction. The majority of informants use fertilizing products and improved seeds to increase productivity. It was concluded that strategies implemented by government of Rwanda in sector programs have a significant role in poverty reduction.It was therefore recommended in increase financial resources at the local government units where sector programs are being implemented, to promote both agricultural and non agricultural activities and to direct both national and foreign investors to invest in Rwamagana District.
The impact of selected Catholic teachings on women development: a case study of Kansanga Parish, Kampala Archdiocese
(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Science, 2009-05) Kabonesa, Clare R.
The major aim of this study was to explore the impact of selected teachings of the Catholic church on the development of women in Kansanga Parish. The study was based on three major objectives, which were; to examine the impact of sacred ordination of baptized men in the Catholic church on the development of women; to examine the impact of ratified consummated marriage in the Catholic church on the development of women; to examine the impact of the indissolubility of a valid marriage in the Catholic church on the development of women. The study employed both quantitative and qualitative methods of research. It involved a total of 430 respondents from the selected zones. The instruments used for data collection included questionnaires, interviews guides and documentary reviews. Findings indicated that women are particularly oppressed and challenged by the teachings on ratified consummated marriage and indissolubility of a valid marriage especially in today's developing society and changing times, and this has greatly limited their ability to take part in economic, social and political transformation of the society. The study recommended that; all stakeholders in the Catholic church need to be more open to the possibility of religious liberation as a means of promoting the growth of all Catholics to religious maturity and conviction; fundamental revision and gradual amendment of the Catholic teachings and laws on ratified consummated marriage be considered to suit the changing society; the authorities of the church need to embark on religious and educational campaigns to raise the awareness of their congregations about their own human dignity and worth, as well as enhancing their critical judgment so that they do not just believe what they are taught or what they presume without being analytical and asking questions.
An analysis of the level of practice of gender mainstreaming in decentralized local government in Uganda: a case study of Wakiso district.
(Kampala International University, Colleges of Humanities and Social sciences, 2009-09) Maiso, Grace William
Gender Mainstreaming has developed worldwide and is being promoted as a new approach to policy essentially concerned with the integration of equal opportunities, principles, strategies and practices into every day work of government and other public bodies. The United Nations endorsed and promoted the concept of gender mainstreaming in the platform for action which was adopted at the end of the 1995 United Nations Fourth World conference on women in Beijing. Many countries including Uganda subsequently adopted a national plan for gender mainstreaming. Scholars like Charles worth (2005), and Moser and Moser (2003) have already shown the limited impact of the gender mainstreaming practice. In Uganda several efforts at national level have been undertaken to gender Mainstream. But is this the case with decentralized local governments? Using the theoretical framework of Gender and Development, the main objective of the study is to contribute to the understanding of how gender concerns have been mainstreamed under the decentralization process in Uganda with a view of determining the levels attained so far in relation to the global trends and standards and thereby come up with solutions and ideas for those involved on how best to improve and attain the best levels of gender mainstreaming as posited by the UN. Wakiso district is used as a case study. The findings of the study show that Wakiso District has taken a number of critical steps in an attempt to gender mainstream however the steps are disjointed and not coordinated. It is also apparent that there is a misunderstanding between including gender statements in projects and documents and the whole aspect of gender mainstreaming. The district administration and political heads in the District have not given gender mainstreaming the attention it deserves. We recommend that comprehensive research on gender aspects in decentralization be done as a precursor to any efforts on gender mainstreaming and this be coupled with increased budget allocations for gender activities and the leadership giving it the attention it deserves.
The e impact of employee motivation on service delivery in public institutions: a case study of President’s Office Public Service Management -Tanzania
(Kampala International University,school of Postgraduate studies and research, 2009-09) Alois, Donath
The purpose of this study was to describe the importance of certain factors in motivating employees in Presidents’ Office Public Service Management. Specifically, the study was intended to describe the ranked importance of some motivating factors and their impact on service delivery, job security, interesting work, working conditions, wages, promotions, growth in the organization and full appreciation of work done. The specific objectives of the study were to assess the quality of service rendered by the Presidents Office Public Service Management, to identify the motivating factors of employees in Presidents’ Office, Public Service Management, to identify the constraining factors to quality of service delivery in Presidents’ Office Public Service Management and to explore the strategic policy options to improve service delivery by the Presidents’ Office Public Service Management. The literature reviewed indicated what various scholars had written about motivation and how it affects employee performance, however, none of the scholars had written about the impact of motivation on service delivery in the Presidents’ Office Public Service, which gap was filled by this study. The methodology used in this study was both qualitative and quantitative and the use of questionnaires was the major tool of data collection. The relationship between various motivating factors and service delivery was measured by using Pearson’s correlation coefficient. The findings revealed that there is no single magical formula for motivating employees. Many factors affect a given employees motivation to work and therefore improve service delivery. And of course, not all employees are motivated by the same values, needs, desires, or wants. Some employees are motivated by the approval of others, some by overcoming challenges, while others are motivated by high pay as well as good working relationship. Basing on the findings of the study, the researcher recommended that there is need for employers to identify the motivating factors for employees since different employees are motivated differently. However, there is need for increase in pay, train employees, improve working condition and working relation among workers, as well as enhancing job security since these variables are very important motivating factor.

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