Bachelors Degree in Economics

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Constraints to rural household savings a case study of Kajiado District
(Kampala International University(KIU), 2007) Laloine, Sironka Timothy
Analysis of economic performance in war, post war and after war. a case study of Southern Sudan
(Kampala International University(KIU), 2009-11) Mading, M. Gabriel
Women Entrepreneurs in Small-Scale Enterprises and Micro Finance Institutions: A case study of Wajir District, North Eastern Province of Kenya.
(Kampala International University, College of Economics and Management Sciences ., 2010-05) Mohamed, Abdullahi Abayle
The study examined women entrepreneurs in small-scale enterprises and their relationship with microfinance institutions in Arid and Semi-arid areas (ASALs) of Kenya. The study was carried out in Central division, Wajir district in North Eastern Province. The objectives of the study were, to find out the roles of micro finance institutions in empowering women enterprises, to examine the constraints faced bstraints facing women enterprises and to find out the ways forward to overcome these constraints. The study utilized sample survey design. The respondents for the study were drawn through stratified sampling, simple random sampling and purposive sampling. The data collected were analyzed using simple frequency distribution tables, percentages, graphs and pie chmis. Descriptive analysis was also given to explain the information. The findings of the study included; the amount of loan given to women by micro-finance institutions were generally small and therefore could not help them start viable business enterprises.Most of the women entrepreneurs in Wajir central division were illiterates. 33.7% left school at primary level. This inturn affected their record keeping skills which led to the mismanagements of the business enterprises. In respect to the above findings these were some of the conclusions drawn, few women got loans ranging from Ksh 30,000 and above while large number of the women (50%) got less than ksh 10,000 and socially women entrepreneurs were considered inferior to their male counter pmis and hence segregated in terms entrepreneurial development. The following were some of the recommendations of the study; the micro-finance institutions should increase the amount of loan offered to women entrepreneurs in order for women to establish a viable business enterprise. The approval of the loan should not take long time as this would delay the activities of the business enterprises. The government actors should provide and maintain the basic infrastructure at reasonable cost to consumers.
Role of commercial banks in promoting savings among the people of Juba county-Southern Sudan: a case study of Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB)-Sudan Limited Juba.
(Kampala International University, School of Economics and Applied Statistics, 2010-05) Ajak, Michael; Bul
The study examined the role of Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) in promoting savings among the people of Juba County, Southern Sudan. The objectives of the study were to establish the relationship between (KCB) and savings, to determine the saving products offered by KCB and to find out the role of Kenya Commercial Bank in promoting savings. The study was conducted at KCB situated along Yei Road, .Juba District, and it covered period of six months that is, from November 2009 to April 2010. In the literature review, theories were used to support the study and concepts linked and analyzed to bring out and understand the objectives. In the research methodology, the study employed a case study design were both qualitative and quantitative approaches were employed and the study population consisted of management of the bank, bank's employees, bank's clients and 70 respondents were sampled through stratified sampling technique. Both questionnaire and interview methods were used to collect data and the researcher followed all the research procedures on ground besides, respecting all the ethical and logistical considerations of research. Both qualitative and quantitative approaches were also used to analyze data. The findings of the study reveal that Kenya Commercial Bank plays a vital role in promoting savings among the people of Juba-County using different approaches and techniques· like sensitizing and educating the rural poor, improving interest rates, establishing appropriate saving instruments among others'. And the bank offers a variety of savings products such as Amana accounts, Cubs Accounts, Simba Accounts, Students Accounts, Savings Accounts, Fixed Deposit accounts, Islamic Accounts among others hence capturing those rural poor. Conclusively, Kenya Commercial Bank and saving products are intertwined and inseparable.
Income inequality and economic development: a case study of Jinja District- Uganda
(Kampala International University(KIU), 2011) Magala, Henry
Tariffs and government revenue productivity in southern Sudan: a case study of Nimule border
(Kampala international University, College of Economics and Management, 2011-01) Garang Ajok, Paul
The research examines and establishes the relationship between tariffs and government revenue productivity in Southern Sudan. In achieving this, the researcher also found out forms of tariffs collected at Nimule, contribution of tariffs for the people of Southern Sudan and challenges facing the custom officials at the border. In the literature review, theories were used to support the study and concepts linked and analyzed to bring out and understand the objectives. In the research methodology, the study employed descriptive design where both qualitative and quantitative approaches were employed and the study population consisted of staff of the branch and some of their clients and 45 respondents were sampled through random and purposive sampling techniques. Both questionnaire and interview methods were used to collect data. The findings of the study reveal that tariffs play tremendous role in the government revenue productivity constituting 26 percent of the GDP and 3 percent of GNP. It was also clear that the net revenue obtained increases over years. This means that there is growing business opportunity in the region due to improving security hence attracting many business partners. The researcher concluded that tariffs are very vital to the development process of Southern Sudan since they form greater part of government revenue in terms of GDP and GNP. The researcher therefore recommends that more efforts needs to be put in place to expand the base of tariffs such that the government revenue productivity can grow through ensuring total security in the region and encouraging local production for export.
External debts and economic growth in the democratic republic of Congo from 2000-2010
(Kampala International University, College of Economics and Management, 2011-02) Mbuyu, Ilunga Grace
This study was guided by three objectives that includes; i) Establish the relationship between external debt and economic growth, ii) Investigate the impact of external debt on economic growth, and iii) Determine the positive and negative effects of external debt on economic growth in Congo DRC. Using a descriptive, comparative correlation and longitudinal study survey the researcher administered a questionnaire to 80 respondents out of a study population of 100 using Solvene’s formula to arrive at the sample size of 80. Using Pearson’s Linear con-elation coefficient showed that; i) Relationship between external debt and economic growth is negatively correlated with external debt (r 0.896, sig 0.630); ii) Impact of external debt on economic growth is negatively correlated (r= 0.922, sig= 0.560); and iii) The positive and negative effects of external debt on economic growth is negatively correlated (r0.925, sig~ 0.600). Basing on these findings, the researcher concluded that; an increase in external debt leads to a reduction in economic growth and that the reverse was true, the researcher implied that better planning and proper management of public funds will enable the country to increase its economic growth and development over a given period of time, and that higher external debt will lead the government to levy heavy taxes on the future generations in order to serve that debt, therefore worsening the country’s economic growth and development. The researcher recommended that; in order to improve the wellbeing the their population, officials of Congo DRC should adopt an export-oriented as the development strategy to enable the country experiencing more rapid export and economic growth than employing import—substitution policies, to avoid debt problems. They must fully be engaged in export-led growth, because this requires import liberalization and increase openness of the economy, which will expose the country to larger and more developed markets.
Telecommunication Companies and Socio-Economic Development in Punt land State of Somalia: A Case Study- Golis Telecommunication Company
(Kampala International University, bachelors degree in economics, 2011-04) Abshir Mohamed, Abshir
The study on the "Telecommunication Companies and Socio-Economic Development" was carried out in Punt land State of Somalia, with specific aims of; examining the role of telecommunication company; in improving people's standard of living; creation of employment and in improvement of health and education. A review of related literature was carried out on already existing information on the specific aims of this study as a way of comprehending the problem and enriching and supplementing the study findings. This was through quantitative and qualitative research designs under which questionnaires and interviews were administered to a sample of 100 respondents who were both randomly and possessively selected. It was established that, the telecommunication company has improved people's standards of living through; improving business performances, cementing relationships, promoting research, improving market opportunities, creation of awareness among others. The Telecommunication company has also created jobs by; recruiting on merit, building capacities of the young people, direct and indirect job creation and developing ICT. While in the health and education sectors, the company has paved way for; Corporate social responsibility; enabled on-line courses; provided scholarships construction of schools and health centers, among others. The study concluded that, although the company has created employment avenues, it should avoid duplication of roles and focus on economically sustaining jobs and by playing a corporate social responsibility role, companies should take initiative to raise awareness on shortfalls of the systems and develop a policy of crime detection. The study recommends; opening more lines for telecommunication for wider outreach; inclusive programmes; develop an implementation base linked to local problems; demonstrate transform procedures for the education and health sectors among others.
Foreign Direct Investment and Employment: "A Case Study of Three Selected Foreign Direct Investments in Juba County"
(Kampala International University, College of Economics and Management Sciences ., 2011-06) Akuei, Kuereng Awai
The research examines and establishes the relationship between foreign direct investment (FDis) and employment opportunities in the case study Juba County, South Sudan. It was based on the followi~g objectives at ways of attracting the FDis, how government benefits from FDis and how FDis also benefit from their business. Lastly, challenges facing the FDis in the area were also looked into. In the literature review, what different authors and theories have stated have been analyzed such that objectives can easily be understood. In the research methodology, the study employed descriptive design where both qualitative and quantitative approaches were employed and the study population consisted of the employees of the FDis selected, local government administrators, students and natives of Juba County. Ninety respondents were sampled through random and purposive sampling techniques. Both questionnaire and interview methods were used to collect data. The findings of the study reveal that foreign direct investment has been instrumental in creating employment opportunities to the people of South Sudan. The confirmation from the secondary data also confirmed that each FDis selected for this research employs more than 60 percent of the local population as skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled employees. The government uses strategic ways to attract and sustain the activities of foreign investors in the country. In conclusion, it was established that there is a significance relationship between the foreign direct investment and employment opportunities in Juba county South Sudan The researcher therefore recommended that the government needs to continue enacting favorable policies and stable and favorable political environment besides developing social and economic infrastructures hence promoting and developing FDis for more job creation.
The role of micro-credit on poverty eradication: a case study of BRAC Sudan limited in BOR County, South Sudan
(Kampala International University.College Of Economics and Management, 2011-07) Daniel, Ateny Mayom
The study was conducted in order to assess the role of micro-credit on poverty eradication in Sudan using Brae Sudan limited in South Sudan. The study sought to; assess the activities offered by micro-credit facilities among the family households, establish the implications of the major derivatives which related to poverty eradications and micro-credit establishments and establish the relationship between Brae Sudan Ltd and poverty reduction strategies in Bor County, Southern Sudan. The literature review was conducted with the aim of establishing and shading more light on the role of micro-credit on pove1ty eradication in the area under study in developing counhies and developed countries. And the study used a descriptive cross-sectional survey design based on quantitative and qualitative techniques of data analysis. The researcher collected the necessary data using questionnaire and interview methods of data collection. Data was tabulated and then analyzed in order to draw inference from the data collected. The information collected from the respondents through questionnaires and interview guide questions were used in order to answer the objectives of the study. The study fund out that, Brae Sudan Ltd, as a provider of micro-credit, has a key role in ensuring not only the survival of its borrowers and their family members during crisis but also during their rehabilitation alter it. The crisis management capacity of Brae Sudan Ltd borrowers was found to be higher than others. It was concluded that, poverty reduction is undoubtedly a doable proposition. It can be significantly and rapidly reduced with Brae Sudan Limited micro-credit programs provided; the required funds are available to the nascent micro-credit industry at reasonable costs, a professionally, competent and motivated staff is engaged in performing the operational tasks, This study recommended that in order to enhance the participation of farmer in accessing loans for agricultural production aimed at reducing poverty at household level, incentives must be provided, such as development of financial markets to improve credit access to private traders, reduce taxes on imports of purchased inputs, and improve transaction rules/regulations.
Food production, arable land size and population growth in Uganda from 1990 to 2010
(Kampala International University, College of Economics & management., 2011-09) Wakiku, Fred
This study set out to investigate the relationship between food production, arable land and population growth. The objectives of this study were; to examine the relationship between Food Production, Arable Land Size and population growth in Uganda, determine the level of food production in Uganda from 1990 to 2010, determine the level of arable land size in Uganda from 1990 to 2010, and the level of population growth in Uganda from 1990 to 2010. The study employed a cross-sectional survey design since it examined data for a short time; it was also descriptive-correlation and export facto. The Population of this study was the published and non-published reports on the variables of the study from 1990 to 2010. The study targeted annual reports by the semi-autonomous bodies. The study found out that the level of food production has been increasing since 1990 to 2010. It also revealed that population has been increasing linearly since 1990 to 2010. The level land was also increasing although in some years it was static. The study established a significant relationship at 0~05 level of significant between; Food production and population growth, Food production and Arable land size, and Arable land Size and Population growth. Basing on the findings the researcher recommended government cooperation with local Non-Governmental Organizations with activities related to land, agriculture, food security and population, strengthening the existing policies concerning population, food and land use.
Micro economic indices of poverty and their prevalence among rural households in selected sub-counties in Bushenyi District, Uganda:
(Kampala International University, school of Economics and Management, 2011-10) Agaba, David
The study was to establish quantifiable and intractable dimensions of poverty among the rural households; to assess the level of poverty based on the quantifiable and intractable dimensions of poverty identified; to establish the relationship between poverty and marital status, number of members in a family and income levels and to propose solutions based on the findings of the study. This was done following a total sample size of 375 households in the three sub-counties of Bushenyi district. The study used a descriptive survey on population of rural households in selected sub counties in Bushenyi district. Both quantifiable and intractable dimensions of poverty were considered and their means were got to prove on their level of significance by testing the hypothesis. The mean of intractable dimensions of poverty was 69.08 and for quantifiable it was 27.39 the study measured the level of poverty following such mean ranges in the three sub-counties of Bushenyi district. Data was collected using simple and purposive sampling techniques. A questjonnaire, interviews and observation checklist were used. Data was then analyzed using SPSS. The level of significance of both intractable and quantifiable dimensions of poverty was considered to be 0.05. This meant that there was a correlating significant difference between such variables and poverty in the households of Busheyi district. It was evidenced that, most of the socio-demographic characteristics of the respondents were given out like age, gender were given out in relation to the levels of, poverty among the rural households and their means were calculated as well to determine the extent at which poverty had affected the most households of Bushenyi district. This has indeed brought poverty irrespective of such socio-demographic characteristics of the respondents and Quantifiable and intractable dimensions of poverty among rural households were given out like resources owned by the households, micro-economic indices of poverty like price fluctuations and low levels of per-capita incomes were given out. Poverty affected everybody irrespective of marital status and number of members in a family however the level of income had a high significant relationship with poverty. Therefore, it is recommended that, Poverty Alleviation interventions by governments, donors, CSO and Communities should focus on married, single, divorced or widowed, nucleus and extended families and improvement in the level of income in the households of Bushenyi District
Impact of savings and loans on employees: a case study of Metropolitan Teachers' Sacco Ltd in central Kenya.
(Kampala International University, School of Business and Management, 2011-11) Ng'ang'a, Teresiah W
Role of Islamic banks in welfare improvement: case study First Community Bank, northern Kenya Wajir Branch
(Kampala International University,School of Business and Management, 2011-12) Hussein, Aden Mohamud
The people of Wajir have a long time and still earning their living from livestock keeping like camels, cattle, goats, sheep and very few from peasantry agriculture where bananas, maize, mangoes, tomatoes are grown majorly for subsistence purpose. The minority of people in Wajir district are dealing in motor vehicles mechanics, taxi drivers. The majority women inclusive are petty traders with retail and wholesale business in Wajir district: The research focused on the role played by First Community Bank Ltd as an Islamic commercial Bank to the society in Wajir District. During the study period oral interviews, observation, questionnaire, journals and review of library materials were used to collect the necessary data. It was recommended that the feasible way to foster welfare improvement in Wajir district is by extending/offering credit services to the society by Islamic banking institutions and also to mobilize their saving culture and target them to profitable microeconomic ventures. In this way, many will get access to funds which can be invested and in time they may raise enough so as to fend for themselves. It is hoped that when the number of people who get access to those credit services increase in Wajir district, welfare improvement will be as well be checked.
The effect of credit management on loan recovery in the banking sector: a case study of Diamond Trust Bank, Uganda main branch Kampala
(Kampala International University; College of Economics and Management, 2012-02) Thon, Bul A.
Credit management in any society depends on how planning and provided adequate management of credit through the application of relevant recovery procedures. This is supported by various economically active approaches which are applied to create adequate levels of investments within the financial institutions. The study researched the aspects of credit management and credit acquisition in enhancing development in Uganda. The purpose of the study was to establish the relationship between credit management and loan recovery within the banking sector, case study carried out at Diamond Trust. The study was prompted by the changing trends in the key issues of credit management across the globe and the relevance of loan recovery schemes within the financial institutions. The study examined the impact of credit management within the banking sector and provided a comprehensive analysis of the relevance of the process within which loans are acquired, sustained and managed. In gathering information the research study employed both primary and secondary sources. The primary source was mainly the questionnaires and interview guides while the secondary sources were the library work and internet. The study used descriptive survey as its research design. Four research areas in this project were identified and these provided the overall study area as a number of sampling techniques were applied to obtain relevant data. Frequency tables, charts and graphs, means as well as Spear man's correlation coefficient were used to analyze collected data.
HIV disease and adolescent reproductive health programs in Rubaga division (case study Muvubuka Agunjuse)
(Kampala International University, College of Economics and Management Science, 2012-06) Abe, Julius; Peter
Effects of telecommunication on economic growth in Hormuud telecom, Mogadishu, Somalia
(Kampala International University, College of Economics and Management, 2012-08) Jama, Hassan Salad
The study of the effects of telecommunication on economic growth Mogadishu state of Somalia was carried out on Hormuud Telecom. The study had three objectives. To examine the impact of Homiuud Telecommunication Company on improving people’s standard of living in Mogadishu. To establish the contribution of Hormuud Telecommunication Company on employment creation in Mogadishu of Somalia. To assess the relationship between Telecommunication and economic growth in Somalia The study findings revealed that the telecommunication company has brought about an improved standard of living in the community by; improving the performance of business through improved communication created awareness by promoting people’s access to information through internet and has also enabled people to learn some ICT application. The study revealed that the telecommunication company has created direct and indirect jobs. Additionally, the company has also enhanced the capacities of youth to train, develop and empower them with skills fit to compete in the advancing technological world. Telecommunication sector has produced a position impact on the economy and society. The telecommunication sector is indispensable for economic development. This is because Telecommunication infrastructural investment can lead to economic growth in several ways: transaction costs of data collection, placing and receiving orders have greatly reduced due to the availability of advanced telecommunication infrastructure. The study findings showed a significant relationship between telecommunication and economic growth with a significant level of 1%. This was an indication that Hormuud Telecom has played a significant role in the economic growth of Mogadishu in Somalia.
Civil war and economic development in bakara market in Mogadishu, Somalia
(Kampala International University, College of Economics and Management, 2012-08) Naima, Abdikarim Sheikh Ibrahim
The study on the “civil war and economic development” was carried out in Bakara market Mogadishu, Somalia, with specific aims of; examining the role of civil war; in improving people’s standard of living; and in improvement economic development. A review of related literature was carried out on already existing information on the specific aims of this study as a way of comprehending the problem and enriching and supplementing the study findings. This was through quantitative and qualitative research designs under which questionnaires and interviews were administered to a sample of 50 respondents who were both randomly and purposively selected. It was established that, the relationship between the civil war and economic development in Bakara market in Mogadishu, Somalia exists (sig 0.05) the results also indicated that civil war correlated positively with economic development (r- value>0.05).The null hypothesis is rejected hence accepting the alternative hypothesis which indicted that there is significant relationship between the variables. The study concluded that, although the economic development has created employment avenues, it should avoid duplication of roles and focus on economically sustaining jobs and by playing a corporate social responsibility role, economic development should take initiative to raise awareness on shortfalls of the systems and develop a policy of crime detection.
Income contribution of fish farming on households: A case study of Bushenyi district
(College of Economics and Management, 2012-08) Murokora, Moses Begumanya
The study was carried out with the aim of finding out the income contribution of fish farming to households in Igara County-Bushenyi District. The data was collected using a questionnaire which was edited, coded, entered and cleaned using Epi-data and then was analyzed using the statistical package for social scientists. It was found out that fish farming is actually a source of income as it has opportu11ities for gain full employment. The industry provides the fish farmers with incomes and food proteins and this contributes to their social productive roles as they can afford to purchase goods and services. It was deducted that the survey results reflected and agreed that the fish farming sector has a significant impact on the incomes of the fish farmers in Igara County and Bushenyi District. As one of the recommendations the fish farmers in Bushenyi should strive and work hand in hand with the fisheries office and fish farmers association of Bushenyi so as to strengthen their bargaining power in their endeavours such as the acquisition and expansion of markets for their products.
Wages and labor productivity at HR and management agency Uganda
(Kampala International University, College of Economics and Management, 2012-09) Charles, Ngumba
The study was conducted as a requirement for the partial fulfillment for the award of Bachelors of Economics and Applied Statistics at Kampala international University. The study was aimed at analyzing wages and labor productivity at HR and Management Agency in time. The literature review shows the level of productivity, measurement of productivity, different theories explaining wage effect just to mention a few. The study used secondary data from the organization for the analysis. The major findings include: Wages was linked to the overall strategy of improving labor productivity for unskilled employees and general employees, The organization labor productivity has increase significantly with time since 1997 to 2004. This was attributed to increase in wages of most employees of the organization. The study findings also indicated labor productivity has a positive trend in time series. At most there was no significant relationship between wages of unskilled employees and labor productivity while, this means that other factors that affect productivity for both general employees and unskilled employees had more significant effect on labor productivity than wages.

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