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Management challenges faced by NGOS in provision of social services to the HIV/AIDS infected persons in Nsambya Hospital home care
(Kampala International University ,College of humanities and social science, 2006-10) Tumukunde, Aloysius
This study seeks to investigate the management challenges faced by NGOs in provision of social services to the HIV/AIDS infected persons. It also reveals the most key actors involved in the provision of all kinds of assistance to the HIV/AIDS patients. The study reveals the most appropriate ways used to reduce on management challenges faced by NGOs. The study also shows clearly the social services offered by NGOs to the HIV/AIDS patients as well as social problems faced by them in the due course of sickness. The study was carried out on 80 respondents from Nsambya Hospital Home Care in Kampala District. It also evaluated respondents’ responses to a questionnaire which included both open and closed ended items, The research design used was both quantitative and qualitative; it also applied across sectional survey of an NGO. Simple random sampling was also used to select the respondents from the population. Other methods used to collect data from the field include, use of direct observation and face to face interviews. The study found out that a big proportion of the respondents were in support of the NGOs for the social services given to the HIV/AIDS patients. It was realized that, the most management challenges of NGOs are caused by daily increase of the HIV/AIDS patients seeking social services. More evidence also revealed that some of the HIV/AIDS patients are abandoned by their relatives, leaving the entire burden to the NGOs care givers. It was also clearly indicated that some of the 1-1W/AIDS patients are not willing to pay user fee of 1000 shillings per month.
An Assessment of Gender Mainstreaming Policies and Their Implementation in Moyo District-Uganda
(Kampala International University, masters of arts in development studies, 2007-09) Nyango, Ernest
There is discrimination between men and women which has affected ‘tj~e~~~JJ being of most women, girls and the other vulnerable groups of people ih~the ~ district. Efforts to bridge the gap between women and men especially in the development process has been made, which has not yielded any better results. This research therefore investigated the factors that have hindered the realization of this objective. Specifically, Identified the gender policies that are intended to address the issues of gender inequality and gender discrimination in Moyo district; Found out how these policies have been adopted and integrated in the development plans of the district; Assessed the effectiveness of the implementation of the gender policies at all levels in the district; and Found out the challenges to effective implementation of gender policies. The study was also based on two hypotheses that included: “Implementation of gender mainstreaming policies in the development plans would significantly empower the female in the district’ and, SociaI and religious practices in society do not significantly affect the role of women in the development process”.
An investigation into the challenges facing associations of people living with HIV/AIDS in Karongi district-Western province, Rwanda
(College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2007-10) Ong’esa, Lorna Nyaboke
The study is linked to investigating the challenges facing association of People Living with HIV/AIDS in Rwanda, with particular emphasis on Karongi District. The variables treated in the study included factors leading to the formation of APLWHA, the activities they carry out, their challenges and coping mechanisms. The category of respondents included: association leaders, and members, family members, local leaders, medical workers, staff of NGO/FBOs, and PLWHA. The methods of data collection involved were questionnaires, focus group discussion guides, interview guides, and observations on activities of PLWHA. These were useful instruments in the investigation. The major findings of the study reveal that: Poverty, stigmatization of PLWHA, high prevalence of HIV/AIDS, lack of information and the burden of caring for orphans are among other factors that led to the formation of APLWL-IA in Karongi district. The activities undertaken by association members include mobilization and sensitization, home visits, lobbying and advocacy, farming, counseling, food sales and support supervision. The APLWI-IA face the following challenges: poverty, stigmatization of PLWHA, difficulty in accessing ARVs, the burden of caring for orphans and other vulnerable children, lack of collateral and poor loan repayment which had negative implications. The coping mechanisms used by APLWHA include holding of regular meetings, soliciting for help from donors and the government, frequent home visits, and involvement in lGAs. The major conclusions were that it was necessary that the APLWHA be formed so as to enhance care and support being offered to those infected and affected by HIV/AIDS and from these recommendations were made to various stakeholders like government and donors to increase on financial, material, and technical support. These were deemed as essential in implementing the desired changes so that effective and efficient implementation of the association activities and dealing with challenges that they face can be achieved
The role of community-based organizations n promoting participatory development in Yambio -County, western equatorial state, southern Sudan
(Kampala International University ,College of humanities and social science, 2007-10) Sakondo Gadino, Joseph
The study was set out to examine the role of Community-Based Organisations (CBO5) in promoting participatory development in Yambio County, by specifically identifying and analysing the contributions of CBOs to participatory development, assessing the challenges faced by CBOs and analysing the strategies adopted by CBOs in overcoming those challenges. An extensive review of literature explored the concepts of participatory development and community-based organisations, underlining the fact that CBOs are viable instruments for promoting people’s authentic and meaningful participation in development. They empower poor people at grass roots to own development programs aimed at bringing about improvements in their own wellbeing. The study was designed as a case study of Yambio County, Western Equatoria State, Southern Sudan, and Eighteen (18) CBOs participated in the study. The study population included members of CBOs, NGO officials, Government officials and local communities of which samples were selected purposively and randomly, to a total of 100 participants. A triangulation of methods with relevant instruments that included face-to-face interviews, focus group discussions and questionnaires, was employed for data collection. The analysis included both qualitative and quantitative methods. It presented CBO profiles and discussed major findings such as capacity building, self-reliance, creating social awareness and promoting agricultural development, which were identified as major contributions of CBOs to participatory development. Challenges such as lack of funds, poor management capacity and poor networking were identified as major constraints which had led to serious decline of CBOs’ activities as well as decline of people’s voluntary, participation in development, with resultant increasing poverty levels in the communities. CBO5 have tried to overcome the challenges by soliciting funding through project proposals, and conducting short term capacity building programs
Contribution of the tourism industry to poverty eradication in Zanzibar Municipality
(Kampala international international : College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2007-10) Omar, Said Ameir
This study was conducted to assess the contribution of tourism industry to poverty eradication for the period between 2001 and 2006 in Zanzibar Municipality. Earning from tourism look impressive. According to the Bank of Tanzania Economic and Operations Report (2003) tourism contributed 25% oi the Gross Domestic Product. It is not clear who benefits the income from tourism activities. Under this study the interest was to know who benefits from tourism industry and whether such economic earnings have anything to do with poverty eradication. The review of relevant literature was done on tourism and poverty eradication. Books, journals, published and unpublished articles, newspapers and official report on tourism were perused to nourish the researcher with wide knowledge of tourism and poverty so as to enable him establish the gap that exist. This was a qualitative study and data was collected by the use of various research instruments namely: questionnaires, interviews and documentary review. Despite the fact that tourism is boosting the economy employment creation and raising national revenue there has been some disadvantages that have been discovered; for example, it has facilitated the evils of drug abuse, environmental degradation, school dropouts and erosion of Islamic culture in the Island. From the findings it was recommended that the government has to put strategies for creating favourable environment for tourism attraction but at the same time ensure that tourism is benefiting both tourist institutions as well as common man working directly or indirectly with tourism industry. As tourism is the mainstay of the economy of Zanzibar Municipality, more efforts are still needed to promote tourism industry worldwide.
Investigating the Importance of Counseling Services to The Communities of Makindye Division, Kampala District
(Kampala International University, Colleges 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 to day 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 are counseled make healthy decisions in the possible development programmes. The study recommended that the government, devevoprnen 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 is 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 in life which may be important when incorporated on the development agenda.
The contribution of Ngos on family welfare: case study of Francois Xavier Bagnoud (fxb) Nyarugenge district Rwanda
(Kampala International University,College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2008-10) Mabete, Niyonsaba Dieudonne
Causes of stress among aged people in Kariakoo village Dare-salaam Tanzania
(Kampala international University college of humanities and social science, 2009-06) Khadra, Hadhb Mohamed
This study was purposely carried out by a researcher as a result of overwhelming number of stress afflicted old aged people whose plight are not given probable attention. It seems as our elders are no longer viewed as integral part of the society, and we would rather live without. This study was carried out on that grounded theory and researcher was keen to investigate on some major factors which can led to the development of stress among old aged people.Main purpose of the study was to investigate the causes of stress among aged people. The study covered Kariakoo village, in Daresalaam, the area was purposely selected because of familiarity to the researcher which can facilitate in conducting data collection process. Data collection methodologies were questionnaires, interview, focus group discussion and documentary analysis. The study was guided by three hypotheses namely; negative attitudes towards aging attributes to development of stress among elders, economic hardship dependency led to stress among elders, and family based care mode is ideal for caring of seniors. The finding of all hypotheses were accepted and researcher was in a position to conclude that negative attitudes can be, among others, contribute to loneliness and isolation, two factors which are conducive to development of stress among old age. Additionally, economic hardship is also a major cause of stress among elders and family based mode of caring is the ideal considering elders are part and parcel of the family .Researcher eventually was able to recommend some tentative measures to be taken by multiple stakeholders to improvise the situation, or to make senior’s life less stressful and easy to live. Government among others was recommended to embark on better use of mass media to sensitize the plight of old aged people, and also to initiate a dissemination of information on preparing people to enter old age stage. Recommendation was also directed to families as to ensure good care of seniors since it is within the family that they can attain peace of mind, and stress free life. Also NGO’s were among group touched by researcher’s recommendation where by it was suggested that they should strategize on how to help old aged people. And lastly, Researchers and Academicians were also recommended that to investigate further on the subject.
Citizens’ participation and success of decentralized services delivery systems in Rwanda: a case study of Rubavu sector
(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2009-07) Ruterahagusha, Roger
The study examined the relationship between citizens’ participation and success of decentralized services delivery systems in Rwanda, using Rubavu Sector in Rubavu District as a case study. The researcher used both a case study and survey research designs. A questionnaire (self administered) was used as the main method of data collection.Nevertheless, informal interview data collection method was also used to supplement and validate data that were generated through the questionnaire. The study findings made four main revelations. First,citizens in Rubavu Sector participate in various decentralized services delivery systems in areas of Health, education, drinking water and sanitation, justice, agricultural extension, seeds and roads. Second,citizens in Rubavu Sector use two modes of participation, namely; direct participation at lower level, and representation (by elected Representatives) at the Sector Level. Third, to participate in decentralized services delivery systems, citizens in Rubavu Sector follow several procedures including, appearing for pubic hearing, attending meetings in person and airing out their views freely, deciding on priorities through voting (and use of majority vote rule to make significant decisions), and use of representatives to air out their views at the Sector Level. Fourth, citizens’ participation in Rubavu Sector greatly promotes to the success of decentralized services delivery systems. It should, however, be noted that not withstanding the foregoing, the study revealed as well that several measures are required to make citizens’ participation more vibrant in enhancing the success of decentralized services delivery systems, in Rubavu Sector, in particular, and Rwanda in general. The researcher, therefore, recommends as follows. First, Local Governments should increase the level of sensitization to make citizens more aware of the importance of decentralized services delivery systems so that they can participate actively. Second, Local Governments should endeavor to implement the lower level decisions/views, more so when and if they are genuine and reasonable. Third, leaders of the Local Governments should be more transparent and more accountable to the citizens at the grassroots. Fourth, citizens themselves at the local level should endeavor to get more information about the decentralized services delivery systems that benefit them. Fifth, Central Government should work hand-in-hand with Local Governments and citizens to strengthen accountability and transparency. Sixth, Central Government should work hand-in-hand with Local Governments to reactivate local people to initiate, implement and monitor decisions and plans that concern them. Finally, Central Government should enhance responsiveness of public administration to the local environment / people
Factors affecting students’ academic performance in development studies in selected higher institutions of learning in Tanzania
(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2009-09) Abdulla, Kheir; Hassan
This study examined the factors affecting students’ performance in selected Tanzanian Higher Learning Institutions specifically the State University of Zanzibar and the Institute of Finance Management. Different methods were used in collecting the data including literature review, interviews and questionnaires. The data were analysed by the use of statistical package for social sciences (SPSS). The analysed data are presented in the form ofdescriptions, histograms, tables and figures. The study showed that most of the respondents (about 90 percent) agreed that there were several problems that affected students’ performance in development studies though their views differed depending upon their institution. Factors which influenced poor performance in Development studies in Higher Learning Institution included economic background ofthe learners, poor methods of teaching, poor knowledge of the learners concerning development studies (awareness), teachers’ knowledge and competence (mastering the discipline), teachers commitment, poor teaching and materials and modern tools, poor teaching environment, students efforts and commitment in studies, poor governmental and institutional support and many others. All ofthem were reckoned as the major constraints retarding the student’s performai~ce in Development studies in the selected higher learning institutions. The study recommended that the government should place equal status to Development Studies like other subjects in the in University curriculum. Again, government financial supports for the department of development studies by providing adequate subsidy. This, in turn, will go along way in preparing a good environment for the learners the learning, thus helping the learners to socialize life, as it was supported by Jean Dewey in learning by doing in wivw.bgsu.edu/departlnent/acs/1890/dewey Insisting that school should help student’ learn to live and work cooperatively with others but Nyerere, as quoted in xiv (Kassam,Y. 1999) emphasis that student should become self-confidence and cooperative and develop critical and inquiring minds. More over, l~owledge of the teacher and competency should be taken in to accoulits here the Universities and the Ministry concerning Higher education should help their teachers to have an opportunity to extend their knowledge inside and outside the country, teachers becoming up to date and ready especially in teaching development studies hence to motivate the learners to perform well. Lastly, the study also recommends higher students effort student themselves should bear in mind that studying at higher learning institution is not a simple task, students should be hardworking, putting more effort, submissive, committed and prepared, since studying in higher learning needed enough time to learn and searching, all would help the students to perform well.
Factors affecting students’ academic performance in development studies in selected higher institutions of learning in Tanzania
(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2009-09) Abdulla, Kheir; Hassan, Tanzania
This study examined the factors affecting students’ performance in selected Tanzanian Higher Learning Institutions specifically the State University of Zanzibar and the Institute of Finance Management. Different methods were used in collecting the data including literature review, interviews and questionnaires. The data were analysed by the use of statistical package for social sciences (SPSS). The analysed data are presented in the form ofdescriptions, histograms, tables and figures. The study showed that most of the respondents (about 90 percent) agreed that there were several problems that affected students’ performance in development studies though their views differed depending upon their institution. Factors which influenced poor performance in Development studies in Higher Learning Institution included economic background ofthe learners, poor methods of teaching, poor knowledge of the learners concerning development studies (awareness), teachers’ knowledge and competence (mastering the discipline), teachers commitment, poor teaching and materials and modern tools, poor teaching environment, students efforts and commitment in studies, poor governmental and institutional support and many others. All ofthem were reckoned as the major constraints retarding the student’s performai~ce in Development studies in the selected higher learning institutions. The study recommended that the government should place equal status to Development Studies like other subjects in the in University curriculum. Again, government financial supports for the department of development studies by providing adequate subsidy. This, in turn, will go along way in preparing a good environment for the learners the learning, thus helping the learners to socialize life, as it was supported by Jean Dewey in learning by doing in wivw.bgsu.edu/departlnent/acs/1890/dewey Insisting that school should help student’ learn to live and work cooperatively with others but Nyerere, as quoted in xiv (Kassam,Y. 1999) emphasis that student should become self-confidence and cooperative and develop critical and inquiring minds. More over, l~owledge of the teacher and competency should be taken in to accoulits here the Universities and the Ministry concerning Higher education should help their teachers to have an opportunity to extend their knowledge inside and outside the country, teachers becoming up to date and ready especially in teaching development studies hence to motivate the learners to perform well. Lastly, the study also recommends higher students effort student themselves should bear in mind that studying at higher learning institution is not a simple task, students should be hardworking, putting more effort, submissive, committed and prepared, since studying in higher learning needed enough time to learn and searching, all would help the students to perform well.
Factors influencing the identification of entrepreneurhip opportunities in Iganga District - Busoga Region, Uganda
(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2009-09) Ntalo, Julius
Impact of Community Participation on Socio-Economic Development of Eastern Uganda Case Study of Bulamagi Subcounty Iganga District
(Kampala International University, Colleges of humanities and social sciences, 2009-10) Kasadah, Charles
This study examines the impact of community participation on socio economic development while taking the phenomenon of all categories of people in Bulamoji Sub-County in Iganga District as a case study. In doing so, the research handled the purpose of the study, the challenges facing community participation, the measures to the challenges and the role of community participation on the socio-economic development. The research reveals that although community participation is important and promotes a clear evaluation and quick community development, a lot is still desired to promote it since it is faced with a nu8mber of challenges inclusive of corruption which cannot be done away with in just a minute. In the cause of Bulamagi sub-county, corruption has hindered the area so much were by local leaders, citizens and the service providers all are involved in the act. However, some measures have been put in place by government curb down the challenges whereby there has been introduction and promotion of democracy to give a chance local people to vote faithful and transparent people in big offices, promotion of education to enable the locals realize the role during service delivery, but still the challenge are many. The research concludes that community participation is an important aspect in achieving sustainable development and fighting corruption which are the key factors to achieve the socio-economic development in a community.
Challenges of human rights organizations in promoting human rights: a case study of foundation for human rights initiative (FHRI) Kampala-Uganda
(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2009-10) Marion, Nakimuli
The study looked at challenges of Human Rights Organizations in promoting Human Rights. It was carried out by Foundation for Human Rights Initiative, Kampala — Uganda. Its specific objectives were to find out the process through which the effectiveness of FHRI is evaluated, to identify the importance of impact assessment as far as FHRI is concerned and to investigate major challenges facing FHRI towards its effectiveness. It was also based on the views of various scholars through a deductive approach from qualitative measures of the study. The study findings on Human Rights effectiveness revealed that evaluation is done by an employee of the organization at the end of the year. There is also staff participation in the clarification of the organization’s mission and its activities. Findings on the benefits associated with evaluation included, need for continuous growth support, access of information, balancing transparency and security. However the challenges faced included; illiteracy and poverty among beneficiaries, balancing donors’ demands and organizational goals, cultural practices contradicting with the ideas of human rights organizations, financial problems and language barrier. It was concluded that, after the clarification of the organization’s mission and activities, evaluation of external and internal sources is done to review available resources in order to set performance indicators, FHRI gets support from various stakeholders for continuous growth support and identification of long term problems in performance and the major challenge was the illiteracy among beneficiaries. The study recommended need for FHRI to; conduct evaluation regularly, involve stakeholders in the evaluation process, adopt an uplifting reporting system, strengthen learning communities and maintain constant collaboration and to make an effort to identify the needs of its beneficiaries.
Challenges limiting efforts to establish peace, stability and a functioning government in Somalia
(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2009-10) Mohamed, Abdirahman; Mohamud
The purpose of this study was to investigate the obstacles to peace and stability in Somalia. Hence it examined the root of Somali conflict, the challenges to peace and stability in Somalia and the way forward. In gathering information the research study employed both pnmary and secondary sources. The primary sources were mainly the distributed questionnaire and the secondary sources were the literature work and internet. This study used cross-sectional survey as its research design; the data were collected purposely from Growe city. However, in selecting the respondents cluster random sampling was used. Three hundred seventy eight in six categories were selected to make sample population. The tables' charts were used in organizing the data and both qualitative and quantitative was the technique employed in analysing the collected data. From the finding of the study it was revealed that the origin of Somali conflict were competition for power and resources, repression of the former dictatorship Siad Bare and colonial legacy. The findings futiher indicate that there are external and internal challenges to peace and stability in Somalia. And from the previous peace agreement the role of tradition leaders in resolving the conflict were ignored. The study recommended that the external actors should stop their intervention in the Somali internal affaires. Further more, to provide the traditional leaders and clan leaders a good atmosphere through which they could come up with the way forward to solve these conflicts.
The role of national agriculturl advisory services (naads) in poverty reduction among rural communities: a case of Ayivu County, Arua District
(Kampala international international : College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2010) Munguleni, Manson Alfred
This study is an inspired effort to examine the role of National Agricultural Advisory Services (NAADS) towards poverty reduction in Ayivu County, Arua District. The study was conceived under the assumption that poverty reduction through NAADS is dependent on the level of empowerment of the active poor, that the successes of NAADS programme to increase rural household income is influenced by intervening variables (such as acceptance/attitude change, political will and economic environment). The study adopted a case study design with more emphasis placed on qualitative methods of data collection and analysis; supplemented by quantitative method. The key findings were: - that there was significant evidence of increased access and use of improved technologies; deepened understanding of decentralization; NAADS contribution in supporting other government programmes like Universal Primary and Secondary Education, Immunization, Sanitation and HIV/Aid. However, the results of the study showed challenges like: political interference, counterfeit inputs, corruption, inadequate funding, poor attitude, unreliable rainfall, frequent pest and disease built up, high cost of farm inputs, lack of access to agricultural finance, rain fed agriculture. The study therefore suggests recommendations and mechanisms that NAADS programme can adopt to minimize these challenges to transform rural farmers from subsistence to commercial farming to realize improved livelihood
The effects of training and development on employees performance case study of mtn Uganda, Kampala district
(Kampala International University,College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2010-03) Abdullahim, Abdisalan Ahmed
The study entitled "the effects of training and development on employee's performance" was carried out at MTN Uganda-Kampala District, located in Central Uganda. It was intended to determine the relationship between training and development of employees and their performance at work. The study was guided by four objectives. The first one was to investigate the benefits of training and developing employee to a company. The second, one, was to find out the relationship between employee training, development and their performance. The third one was to find out the challenges in training and development of employees. And lastly to recommend training and development strategies to be adopted by companies to effectively improve employee performance. The questionnaires and interview were used as a tool together data from 120 respondents. The data was analyzed both qualitatively and quantitatively. The study findings revealed that, MTN Kampala-Uganda had greatly benefited from the training and development of its employees. This was in following ways : creating a pool of readily available and adequate replacement for personal who may leave or move up in the organization, enhancing the company's ability to adopt and use advances in technology because of a sufficiently knowledgeable staff, building a more efficient, effective and highly motivated team, in which enhances the company's competitive position and improves employees morale, ensuring adequate human resource for expansion into new programs, increased productivity, reduced employee turnover, increased efficiency resulting in financial gains and degreased need for supervision. In addition, challenges faced by MTN Uganda in the effective management of Human Resource (HR) Training and development (T&D) varied from concern about the lack of intellectual HR professionals in telecommunication, and this suggests that employers viewed HR T&D as a function secondary to HRM and perhaps considered it as being of lesser important.
The livelihood problems of Somali Refugees in Western Uganda, (Nakivale Refugee Settlements).
(Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences., 2010-03) Ahmed, Gelle Shire
The study was conducted in Nakivale Refugee Settlements in Western Uganda; the purpose of the study was to identify the livelihood problems of Somali refugees in Western Uganda (Nakivale Settlement). In the world today, millions of people endure war, genocide, famine and natural disasters. Often, they are forced to flee in search of safety, seeking temporary shelter until they can return home and rebuild their lives. But for many refugees and other displaced people, the homes they loved are gone forever the crowded camps where refugees live are designed to be temporary, but many of the world’s displaced people become permanent residents in the camps.Thousands of Somali refugees live in Nakivale of refugee camp in Western Uganda, therefore, the study considered their livelihood in the camp.. On the other hand livelihood refers to the ways in which people access and mobilize resources that enable them to increase their economic security and thereby reduce the vulnerability created and exacerbated by conflict, and pursue goals necessary for their survival and possible return. According to this definition, the pursuit of livelihoods in conflict situations thus bases on three different elements (Jacobsen, 2002).The research carried out through cross-sectional survey, data was conducted on January 2010 using questionnaires, Interviews, and Observation the sample size was 230 derived from 4000 Somali refugees living in Nakivale refugee Camp. 230 questionnaires were accepted by the respondents and were used in the data analysis while some questionnaires were rejected by the respondents. In addition 12 community leaders, headmasters and hospital officers were also interviewed. According to research study findings Somali refugees face many problems in the oamp including; shortage of food, lack of proper health care, and lack of clean water as well as lack of proper education. Therefore, study recommends the situations of the refugees should be improved by all stakeholders of the refugees both internationally and locally.
The Contribution of Ngo’s In the Promotion Of Girl Child Education In Kampala District, Uganda.
(Kampala International University, College of Economics, 2010-05) Fozia , Jama Yusuf.
Education is a Fundamental human right. It is guaranteed under the United Nations Convention on the rights of the child. This research work explores the extent to which Non-Governmental Organizations provide support to the girl child education in Kampala district. The report is based on both primary and secondary data analysis. More specifically, the Study aimed to (i) establish the contributions of NGOs in educating the girl child; (ii) identify some of the factors that limit the girl child education; (iii) examine the challenges and (iv) provide solutions to the challenges encountered by NGOs in promoting girl child education. The study employed a qualitative approach and data was collected by using instruments through the use of extensive literature review supported by qualitative interviewing of key role players in the education system. The data returns reported similar factors influencing or hindering girls’ education e.g. girl’s, parent’s and community’s negative attitudes and therefore, the informants emphasised on community sensitization and awareness activities to address negative attitudes towards the girl child. The results indicated that one of the major factors impacting management efficiency of Non Governmental Organizations is reduced funding which has affected their capacity to effectively lobby, develop, deliver and sustain themselves to support the education of the girl child adequately. As a way of increasing access to the girl-child education, the study recommended that NGOs, teachers, parents and guardian should be educated and be reminded of their primary responsibility in caring for and ensuring that their children especially the girl-child obtain minimum formal education.
The role National Agricultural Advisory Services (NAADS) in poverty reduction among rural communties: a case of Ayivu county, Arua district
(Kampala International University, School of Post Graduate Studies and Research, 2010-08) Mungulem, Manson; Alfred
This study was an inspired effort to examine the role of National Agricultural Advisory Services (NAADS) towards poverty reduction in Ayivu County, Arua District. The study was conceived under the assumption that poverty reduction through NAADS is dependent on the level of empowerment of the active poor, that the successes of NAADS programme to increase rural household income is influenced by intervening variables (namely: acceptance/attitude change, political will and economic environment). The study adopted a case study design with more emphasis placed on qualitative methods of data collection and analysis, supplemented by quantitative method. This study was carried in Ayivu County, Arua District due to indicators of high poverty level reported in 2002 Uganda Population and Housing survey report. The study adopted a sample population of 150 respondents comprising of two sample units (30 key formants and 120 households). The key finding were: that there were significant evidence of increased access use of improved technologies; deepened understanding of decentralization; NAADS contribution in supporting other government programmes like Universal Primary and Secondary Education, Immunization, Sanitation and HIV/Aids. However, the results of the study showed challenges like: political interference, counterfeit inputs, corruption, inadequate funding, poor attitude, unreliable rainfall, frequent pest and disease built up, high cost of farm inputs, lack of access to agricultural finance, rain-fed agriculture. The study, therefore, suggests recommendations and mechanisms that NAADS the programme can adopt to minimize these challenges to transform rural farmers from subsistence to commercial farming to realize improved livelihood.

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