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2003 fisheries management act and compliance of fishermen in Lake Victoria, Igombe fishing village Tanzania
(Kampala International University,College of Economics and Management, 2011-09) Kaizilege, Emmanuel; Rushoke
The main purpose of this study was to investigate the 2003 Fisheries’ Management Act and compliance of Fishermen in Lake Victoria, Igombe Fishing Village Tanzania. A comparison was done between various factors to establish reasons for the prevalent trend. Relevant literature was reviewed based on the study objectives. The study was based on descriptive survey method. A total of 150 respondents from the Igombe fishing community gave responses to Questionnaires that had close and open ended questions. The study followed a paradigm of non experimental descriptive research which was a correlation study research design. Data was analyzed using frequencies and spearman’s correlation coefficient to determine the level of compliance. The major findings study revealed were low levels of education, fishing illegalities, the fish act has lived out its objectives, political interference and high costs of recommended fishing equipment contributed to a negative correlation to the compliance of the fishermen in Tanzania and hindered the implementation and enforcement of the fish act in Igombe fishing community. The study recommended that there should be; All Laws including the Fish Act are dynamic depending on emerging issues. The Fish Act is outdated. As such, there is need to review the Law periodically to address the going concerns that emerge from time to time. There is urgent need for increased staff levels for implementation and enforcement of the fisheries law, and to develop human resources capacity in fisheries management, monitoring, controlling and surveillance, and that of other stakeholders to support government efforts. There is need to increase the capacity of the Department of Fisheries Resources in enforcement and prosecution of illegal, unregulated and unreported fishing and illicit trade in immature fish coupled with acquisition of equipment like patrol vehicles and communication gadgets needed for efficient enforcement of regulations in the Fish Act
4 Working Capital Management And Organizational Performance in Selected Telecommunication Companies in Bosaso, Puntland, Somalia
(Kampala international University college of economics and management, 2012-11) Abdisalam, Hamud Abokor
This dissertation is entitled “working capital management and organizational performance is selected telecommunication companies in Bosaso, Somalia”. The study was carried out based on four specific objectives. The first major objective of this study was profile of respondents in which the study indicates that male dominate (71.4%) female (28.6%) in the three organizations staff, the study also revealed that 49.6% which is the very majority of the employees in the sample were aged below 40 years; 48.1% were 40-59 years old; 2.3% were 60 and above years old. The study shows that selected telecommunication companies, which was established mid 1990s in 200, employed a great number of academicians (46.6%). This is an indication of that selected telecommunication companies attracted and retained highly educated employees who are likely to perform their duties well. In second objective, the study shows that, on the overall, the level of working capital management (as to: cash management, receivable management, inventory management, ) is good (grand mean = 2.67) and in third objective the study indicates that the level of organizational performance was found to be good (grand mean = 2.75). The last objective of the study was to determine whether there is a significant relationship between the level of working capital management and level of organizational performance in selected telecommunication in Somalia. The study used Pearson Linear Correlation Coefficient to measure and describe the relationship between the two variables of the study and to test the null hypothesis. The study also uses regression analysis to rank the effect of the three working capital components have on organizational performance. The level of working capital management was found to be positively and significantly correlated with the level organizational performance (sig. < 0.05 and r-value = 0.417). Based on the findings of the study the following conclusions are drawn: According to the analysis the average mean of level of working capital management is 2.68, which showed that majority of the respondents agreed that the level of working capital management is good because the mean is in between 2.37- 2.93. As indicated in the analysis of chapter four, the average mean of the level of Organizational performance of the selected telecommunication companies is 2.75, this indicated that majority of the respondents agreed that the organizational performance of the telecommunication companies is good according to the average mean which lays in between 2.98-2,41.This study used descriptive survey design and correlation research design. Descriptive in that data collected used to describe a phenomenon; correlation in that it is interested in relating receivable management , cash management , inventory management , to organizational performance. It recommends that there is all employees should be given training in the maintaining the inventory of the organization and control system of all telecommunication companies in Somalia and to carry out their daily work to maximize their performance. The owners of the telecommunication should invest in the technological improvement to keep their business competitive in the market and maintain market sharing to other telecommunication companies in the market, The telecommunication companies should maintain sales volume to the market that the telecommunication companies sharing their competitive in the market.
A Critical Analysis of the Doctrine of Indoor Management Rule under Company.
(Kampala International University, Masters of Arts in Law, 2023-09) Amna Ahmed Alnour Jbreel
The study was focused on “a critical analysis of the doctrine of indoor management rule under company law” which analyzed the doctrine of indoor management rule under company law in Uganda. According to this doctrine, persons dealing with the company need not inquire whether internal proceedings relating to the contract are followed correctly, once they are satisfied that the transaction is in accordance with the memorandum and articles of association. The doctrines of constructive notice and indoor management are essentially rules of prudence which facilitate business transactions between a company and an outsider. The indoor management rule is a doctrine under the company law which is globally accepted as it’s an exception to the doctrine of constructive notice and somewhat reducing its harshness. In companies law the doctrine of constructive notice is a doctrine where all persons dealing with a company are deemed (or construed) to have knowledge of the company’s Articles of Association and Memorandum of Association. Therefore, it protects the company from the actions of outsiders while the doctrine of indoor management protects the outsider person from the illegal actions of the company. However the following are the objectives of the study analyzed: To examine the doctrine of indoor management under company law in Uganda, to examine the exceptions to the doctrine of indoor management prescribed in The Companies Act and to assess the application of the doctrine of indoor management Uganda.
A Framework Design for Handling Technical Factors Affecting Deployment of Mobile Networks in Uganda
(2024) Tuhame William
Telecommunications service quality and coverage are major concerns globally, especially in the mobile communications sector. In Uganda, the deployment of mobile networks faces various technical, operational, and business challenges (UCC report, 2022). This study aimed to design a mobile network framework that addresses these technological issues to ensure widespread coverage and high-quality services (QoS) nationwide. Using a mixed-methods approach, the research gathered quantitative data from 109 stakeholders, including mobile telecom companies, infrastructure providers, and the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), alongside qualitative insights. Findings revealed that mobile network deployment in Uganda is moderately high, with emerging technologies impacting deployment at a moderate level. Key factors facilitating deployment included spectrum availability and regulatory support. To enhance network coverage and reliability, the study recommended increasing the number of deployed endpoints, utilizing unlicensed spectrum, and establishing more ad hoc networks in remote areas. It proposed using the Communication and Computing Energy Cost model for rural regions and wireless mesh networks for broader coverage. The designed framework simulated using Packet Tracer, effectively addressed key technical factors, enhancing security, optimizing spectrum usage, and improving infrastructure performance. Recommendations for improving deployment quality and coverage included increasing mobile tower numbers, reducing costs through innovative backhaul technologies and low-cost base stations, and ensuring affordable power supplies. The study also emphasized the need for revised spectrum management policies, collaborative strategies among stakeholders, and increased investment in ICT infrastructure.
A Framework for Monitoring Elders with Underlying Medical Conditions Using Wearable Technologies: A Case Study of Non-Communicable Diseases
(2024) Nalukwago Fadhiila
The rising prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) is a growing concern globally, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, where the burden of disease is transitioning from infectious diseases to NCDs, which are also the principal causes of morbidity globally. Of the 97,600 deaths in Uganda in 2016, NCDs accounted for 1 in 3. These diseases are the leading causes of death worldwide, and carry a huge cost that extends beyond health and trap people in poverty. In all countries, the poorest and most vulnerable populations are those most at risk and the least likely to have access to the services they need to detect and treat NCDs. The evolving technologies therefore, have changed traditional health care into smart health care, enabling people to frequently monitor their health remotely, by adopting Wearable Technologies (WT) to track NCDs. This study was therefore carried out in Masaka City and Masaka District, with the overall aim of designing a smartwatch wearable technology framework that would aid in the application of WT in combating NCDs, among the elderly. The specific objectives of this research were: 1) to investigate the current health status of the elderly people in Masaka; 2) to find out the currently used technologies in monitoring the NCDs; 3) to design a WT framework and 4) to evaluate the framework. In the Ugandan context, there are no WT frameworks taken into account by medical personnel and their patients, which leaves a gap worth a research study. Although Ugandans have used SMS alerts to monitor patients, the technology is not dedicated to the elderly and has no capacity to consistently monitor elderly patients remotely. A mixed research approach, supported by the pragmatism philosophy and abductive approach was used to collect descriptive data, and adopted a cross sectional time horizon. Questionnaires were validated and approved by the Ethical Review Committee (REC). Questionnaires and interviews were used to collect data from a target population of the elderly who were 60 years of age and above, while the analysis tools used were SPSS and NVIVO. The Slovenes formula was used to compute the sample size of 388 elderly people from whom, data was collected using simple random sampling, Cluster random sampling and Quota sampling techniques. Interpretation of the qualitative data, was based on the themes, and patterns that emerged from the videos. The findings of the study indicated that majority of the elderly suffer from at least one of the NCDs, hypertension being the most common NCD at 86.5% of the respondents, and no registered WT framework in the area. It was concluded that, a WT framework was designed based on the gaps identified from previous studies and the UTAUT-3 model constructs, plus other additional features like language, confidentiality and information quality, to test acceptance levels of WT among the elderly for enhanced health care services delivery.
A Logistic Regression Analysis for the Risk Factors Associated with Malnutrition among Children Under 5 Years in Uganda
(2024) Iradukunda Orly Davis
This study investigated the risk factors associated with malnutrition among children under 5 years in Uganda between 2006-2016. The study was guided by the following research objectives: i) to identify the demographic factors associated with malnutrition in children under 5 years in Uganda between 2006-2016; ii) to find out the socio-economic factors by fitting it into regression models, associated with malnutrition in children under 5 years in Uganda between 2006-2016; and iii) to establish the feeding practices associated with malnutrition in children under 5 years in Uganda between 2006-2016. The study adopted cross-sectional studies based on data from the Uganda Demographic and Health Surveys (UDHS) from 2006, 2011, and 2016. The study population was 10,152 participants. The study used multistage sampling technique. Data analysis was performed using binary and multivariate logistic regression. The demographic factors associated with malnutrition in children under five in UDHS 2016, 2011, and 2006 included, age, sex, birth interval, size at birth, and residence. In addition, the study found that breastfeeding practices associated with malnutrition in children under five in UDHS 2016, 2011, and 2006 is ‘not breastfeeding’. The study concluded that the factors associated with malnutrition are: age, sex, birth interval, size at birth, residence, mother’s nutritional status, mother’s education, wealth quintile, and not exclusively breastfeeding a child. The study recommended among others that interventions should be focused on child health promotion and prevention, improvement of household wealth index and food security, including mother’s awareness regarding health nutritional care of children <5 years in Uganda. New policies in nutritional intervention, particularly for mothers with low BMI and children who have smaller size at birth should be implemented by the government to improve health and nutritional status of children <5 years in Uganda
A Machine Learning-Based Model for Predicting Credit Facility Defaulters in Uganda
(2024) Muddu George
Predicting credit facility defaulters in Uganda poses a significant challenge, particularly for individuals lacking formal banking histories. This study aims to address this gap by leveraging machine learning techniques on a diverse set of financial data, including mobile money transactions, FinTech services, and traditional banking records. By developing a more inclusive creditworthiness assessment tool, we seek to enhance financial inclusion for underserved populations. Several machine learning algorithms to predict loan defaults were evaluated, including Logistic Regression, Support Vector Machines (SVM), and Extreme Gradient Boosting (XGBoost). The XGBoost model emerged as the most effective, achieving an accuracy of 95.23%, a recall of 73.32%, a precision of 94.11%, and an AUC of 0.8119. In contrast, the Logistic Regression model attained an accuracy of 89.53%, with a significantly lower recall of 43.24% and precision of 66.59%. The SVM model performed moderately, with an accuracy of 93.21% and a recall of 62.80%, but it still fell short compared to XGBoost. The findings highlight the potential of advanced machine learning models like XGBoost to significantly improve credit scoring systems. By providing a more accurate and inclusive tool for credit evaluation, financial institutions and policymakers can better identify potential defaulters, mitigate loan defaults, and foster economic growth among underserved communities
A Statistical Evaluation of The Effect Of Public Debt On Gross Domestic Product Growth Rate in Uganda (1988- 2022)
(2024) Hassan Sheikh Ali Hilowle
The purpose of this studywas to assess the impact of public debt on the GDP growth rate of Uganda from 1988 to 2022. It aimed at investigating the short-term and long-term correlations between public debt and economic growth, focusing on understanding how varying levels of public debt influence GDP growth over time. The study utilized a 34-year time-series dataset and incorporated macroeconomic factors such as inflation, exchange rates, and government expenditure that ensured a comprehensive analysis. The methodology involved descriptive analysis, trend assessment, and regression analysis, utilizing Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) regression that gauged the association between public debt and GDP growth rate, while controlling relevant variables like inflation, exchange rates, and government spending. The data's stationary was confirmed using the Augmented Dickey-Fuller (ADF) test, and the ARDL bounds testing approach was employed to identify long-term relationships between the variables. The findings indicated that public debt has a negative impact on Uganda's GDP growth rate in the long run, with external debt posing a more significant threat to economic growth compared to domestic debt. In the short term, the influence of public debt on GDP growth was more moderate but still noteworthy. The analysis suggested that surpassing specific thresholds of public debt can result in slower economic growth. Furthermore, inflation and exchange rates were identified as notable influencers of GDP growth during the study period. The study concludes that while public debt is essential for funding development projects, excessive accumulation can impede Uganda's long-term economic growth. To ensure sustainable growth, the results emphasized the need for prudent debt management and a balance between borrowing for development and maintaining debt sustainability. Policymakers are encouraged to implement strategies that prevent adverse long-term impacts on the economy.
Abolition of death penalty and its implications for the justice system in South Sudan
(Kampala International University, 2018-10) Nhial, Thiep Lino
Death penalty is a recognized punishment for a number of crimes in South Sudan Criminal Justice System. European Union under the umbrella of International Community, calls for moratorium or abolition of death penalty by the President of South Sudan Salva Kiir Mayardit, without due consideration of law making process in South Sudan and views of South Sudanese people. The main objective of the study is to determine the implications of abolition of death penalty in the criminal justice system in South Sudan. In this dissertation I argue that the facts on ground does not support or permit moratorium or abolition of death penalty. The researcher considered the concepts of capital punishment, history and religious views, discussing the legal dimensions on death penalty and finding out law governing the death penalty in South Sudan and exposition of issues. It was found out that innocent people are subjected to death penalty on the basis of corruption and it begins from investigation up to judgment, lack of a fair trial and lack of Independence Judiciary. Most of victims of death penalty are innocent and from poor families. The conflicts of laws are seen under the Constitution, Penal Code Act and Customary Laws. The majority of the masses in South Sudan still support the retention of death penalty. In most decentralized societies of “Nilotic” mainly Dinkas “Jieng” and others like Nuer the practice is Mosaic Laws (the Law of Moses) of Old Testament which says ‘an eye for an eye and a tooth for tooth’. In any case of abolition it means taking the law back to the hands of communities which may lead to injustice, instability and insecurity. Although the practice of death penalty was imported from Common Law, customarily, Nilotics used blood compensation (Apuk) which is usually paid by cows; today it is still popular among Nilotics. More education should be encouraged because the well-informed people will hold better quality opinions. Governments must ensure that citizens base their views regarding the death penalty on a rational and properly informed assessment. Governments should lead, not follow or hide behind public opinion. Communication channels should be improved because it is clear that the quality of public opinion depends to a large extent on the availability and flexibility of the agencies of public communication, such as the press (newspapers, radio, or television), and public meetings it is further recommended that Courts should take every opportunity to explain the system of judicial review and the independence of the judiciary and also interpret laws on death penalty to find out who it applies to. There ought to be a concerted effort to persuade the public about the importance of judicial independence and impartiality. Courts should fight corruption and administer justice impartially. Judges should undergo further training so that they can realize their roles in administration of justice. Invest in the capacity of courts, and ensure they are properly staffed and have sufficient means to meet the high demand for cases. This includes also the training and vetting of judges and legal personnel. Invest in the capacity of police and administrative services for judiciary. The NGO and National Civil Society organizations should support legal aid programmes and the government in developing a detailed justice reform. The government should review national laws to make them in conformity with the international laws and ratify international human rights instruments
Abolition of death penalty and its implications for the justice system in South Sudan:
(Kampala International University, School of Law., 2018-10) Thiep, LINO Nhial
Death penalty is a recognized punishment for a number of crimes in South Sudan criminal Justice System. European Union under the umbrella ofInternational community, calls for moratorium or abolition ofdeath penalty by the President ofSouth Sudan Salva Kiir Mayardit, without due consideration oflaw makingprocess in South Sudan and views ofSouth Sudanese people. The main objective ofthe study is to determine the implications ofabolition of death penalty in the criminaljustice system in South Sudan. In this dissertation I argue that the facts on ground does not support or permit moratorium or abolition of death penalty. The researcher considered the concepts of capital punishment, histoiy and religious views, discussing the legal dimensions on death penalty and finding 0111 law governing the death penalty in South Sudan and exposition ofissues. It was found out that innocent people are subjected to death penalty on the basis of corruption and it begins frn;ii investigation up to judgment, lack ofafizir trial and lack ofIndependence Judiciary. Most of victims of death penalty are innocent andfrom poorfrmnulies. The coi~flicts of laws are seen under the constitutio,l, Penal code Act and Citstonzary Laws. The majority of the masses in South Sudan still support the retention of death penalty. In most decentralized societies of “Nilotic” mainly Dinkas “Jieng” and others like Nuer the practice is Mosaic Laws (the Law ofMose.s,) ofOld Testament which says ~an eye for an eye and a tooth for tooth’. In any case of abolition it means taking the law back to the hands of communities which may lead to iiUustice, instability and insecurity. Although the practice ofdeath penalty was imported from Common Law, customarily, Nilotics used blood compensation (Apuk,.) which is usually paid by cows; today it is still popular among Nilotics. More education should be encouraged because the well-ii~formed people will hold better quality opinions. Governments must ensure that citizens base their views regarding the death penalty on a rational and properly informed assessment, Governments should lead, not follow or hide behind public opinion. coinmzmnication channels should be improved because it is clear that the quality of public opinion depends to a large extent on the availability and flexibility ofthe agencies ofpublic communication, such as the press (‘newspapers, radio, or television,), and public meetings it is Jhrther recommended that Courts should lake every opportunity to explain the system of judicial review and the independence of/hejudiciary and also interpret laws on death penalty to fInd out who it applies to. There ought to be a concerted effort to persuade the public about the importance ofjudicial independence and impartiality, courts shouldfight corruption and administerjustice impartially. Judges should undergoflirther training so that they can realize their roles in administration ofjustice. Invest in the capacity of courts, and ensure they are properly staffed and have sufficient means to meet the high demandfor cases. This includes also the training and vetting ofjudges and legalpersonnel. Invest in the capacity qfpoiice and administrative servicesforjudiciaiy The NGO andNational Civil Society organizations should support legal aidprogrammes and the government in developing a detailedjustice reform. The government should review national laws to make them in conformity with the international laws and rat~fj~’ international human rights instruments
Abyei’s flashpoint for future cooprations and conflict between Sudan and South Sudan
(Kampala International University,College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 2012-05) Hailemichael, Gebresilassie
The purpose of this study was to find out the impact of Abyers flashpoint for future Cooprations and Conflict between Sudan and South Sudan. The first objective was to analyze the underlying causes of border conflict between Sudan and South Sudan in particular Abyei region. The second objective was to examine the challenges limiting efforts to establish peace and stability along the border region between the two countries. The third objective was to propose comprehensive peacebuilding strategies that can be applied to end the conflict and build Abyei region with a solid foundation and to clearly indicate win-win solution for the long standing of border conflicts between the two nations.The cross-sectional research design of the study was used and a case study Abyei region used as an illustrative example. The population was 300,000 all the population was utilized for the study. And of which 120 respondents were used as a representative sample. The researcher concluded that competition for control of natural resources and power were major causes of conflict in Abyei region. In addition, colonial legacy, tribalism, repression of government and lack of political commitment to sit and find a lasting solution for the persistent conflict were other factors that exacerbate the problem. At the end of the study, it was recommended that the complexity of the conflict showed that the success of reaching a resolution lies in, among others, applying bottom-top approach for the problem where by traditional leaders and civil society groups should actively get involved in finding a durable and lasting solution for the problem. Moreover, there should be new and strong political and leadership commitment from both Sudan and South Sudan to find a win-win solution. The researcher also recommended the establishment of a bicameral system in which traditional leaders and religious scholars are given a formal role in the management of the society as well as in the local administration of Abyei region.
Academic difficulties of hearing impaired learners in selected inclusive primary schools in Nyamira North district, Kenya.
(Kampala International University, College of Education, Open distance and learning, 2012-08) Ronald, Asamba
The learners who are hearing impaired have for years been stigmatized and despised although their potentiality is performing duties does not differ from that of non-hearing impaired learners. Due to this, the study on academic difficulties of hearing impaired learners in selected inclusive primary schools in Nyamira North District, Kenya specifically determined to further the following; determine the academic difficulties of the hearing impaired in inclusive schools, the extent and establish if there was a significant difference between male and female hearing impaired learners. The objectives of the study were meant to examine the academic difficulties faced by hearing impaired learners and then find out ways of assisting the learners academically. The researcher used descriptive survey design specially the descriptive comparative strategy, characteristics and behavior of hearing impaired were described and then compared between male and female hearing impaired learners. The researcher selected 109 respondents from a total of 150 teachers in selected inclusive primary schools. The researcher used a face sheet to gather data on the respondents’ demographic characteristics. Researcher devised questionnaires were used to collect data. The study established that learners with hearing impairments have a wide range of academic difficulties which have not been fully catered for to enable them learn effectively. The study concludes that majority of the teachers lack special skills in teaching learners with hearing impairment, MOEST does not consider hearing impairment as exceptional children in general to their need for extra funding in free primary institutions. The learners are discriminated against by their peers both outside and inside the classroom. Finally, the researcher recommends that the government to sponsor training programs on special needs, education to all teachers, provision of support services, teaching! Learning materials by the government, curriculum modification to suit the learners, guidance and counseling to the parents, teachers, siblings and the learners themselves to enable them accept in the free learning education programs.
Academic difficulties of hearing impaired pupils in selected primary schools in Rachuonyo South District, Kenya.
(Kampala international international : College of Education Open, distance and Learning, 2012-09) Pamela, Adoyo Auma
This study focused on the Academic Difficulties of Hearing Impaired Pupils in Rachuonyo South District, Kenya. The specific objectives of the study were to determine the profile of the respondents as to age, gender, and highest education qualifications, to establish the level of academic difficulties of male and female hearing impaired pupils and to establish whether there is a significant difference in the level of academic difficulties among the hearing impaired pupils. The methods used to collect data were descriptive survey design. The descriptive correctional, descriptive comparative and ex post facto. The research instrument used was questionnaire. In chapter four, the findings were presented and interpreted in relation to the study objectives and research questions. While linking the existing literature, results included demographic characteristics, frequency and percentages. Based on the findings, observation indicated a positive significant difference between the male and female hearing impaired pupils in terms of academic difficulties. In chapter five, development of solutions to the problem, summary of the findings and conclusions were attempted. The findings suggested recommendations on areas pertaining to the level of the teacher’s education, the teaching methods and the provision of teaching learning materials.
Academic Performance Between Foster Children and Pupils in General Population in Selected Primary Schools of Save Our Souls Children’s Villages Rwanda
(Kampala International University, college of Education,open and distance -learning., 2011-09) Dusingizimana, Vincent
This study focused on Foster Children and academic performance in selected Primary Schools of Save Our Souls (SOS) Children’s Villages Rwanda. The study was guided by the following objectives: (1) to find out the profile of respondents in terms of age and gender; (2) to determine the category of SOS foster children; (3) to determine the level of academic performance of SOS foster pupils and pupils in general population; (4) to establish the significant difference between SOS foster pupils’ level of academic performance and pupils in general population. The study utilized both descriptive comparative and ex post facto research designs. The data were collected from the sample of 152 pupils of both groups’ SOS foster pupils and pupils in general population, frequencies and percentage distributions have been used to determine the profile of pupils. The means have been used to compare the level of academic performance of SOS foster pupils and pupils in general population. Then t-test was used to determine the difference in the level of academic performance between SOS foster pupils and pupils in general population using Statistical Package of Social Sciences (SPSS). The findings of the study were retrieved as following: (1) the majority of the SOS Foster Pupils were 10 years old while Pupils in General Population were 12 years. Age did not significantly correlate with any of school performance tests; (2) more than 50% of SOS Foster Pupils were male while Pupils in General Population were female and gender did not have a significant effect on performance; (3) A significant number of SOS Foster Pupils exhibited different infections comparing to Pupils in General Population; (4) majority of SOS Foster Pupils are double orphan; (5) majority of Pupils in General Population excelled than SOS Foster Pupils. It was concluded that (1) the hypothesis of no significant difference between the levels of academic performance of Save Our Souls (SOS) foster children and pupils in general population was rejected; (2) the hypothesis of no significant relationship between the levels of academic performance x between SOS Foster Pupils and Pupils in general population was confirmed because SOS Foster Pupils regress. Based on the findings of this study, the recommendations were drawn to these aspects: (1) teachers in SOS primary schools should be re-trained to use more practical-oriented approach to teaching pupils with emotional and behavioural or low intellectual ability problems such SOS foster pupils in particular. This will make them realize the importance of the lessons taught and not regard them as abstract. Interest will therefore be created in the foster pupils and their desire to be in school would be increased. Teachers need to motivate the children. When these are working at full power in an individual, remarkable feats of learning can be achieved. It is therefore in the teacher’s interest to take the trouble to see that the child’s interest and appropriate desires are aroused before trying to teach him/her; (2) to strengthen the efforts in providing positive psychosocial and educational counseling support to foster children especially in the area of foster care centres such as SOS Children’s Villages and (3) to introduce compensatory academic support to fostered children in their early years of schooling even in the absence of evidence of psychosocial problems.
The academic performance of orphans in selected secondary schools of Busongora county Kasese District-western Uganda
(Kampala International University, 2016-09-22) Bwambale, Yokonia
The objective of this study was to establish the causes, problems and solutions to problems affecting the orphans towards their academic achievement; and the administration of these orphans in the secondary schools of Busongora County – Kasese District in Uganda. This study involved the use of both primary and secondary data sources. Primary data was collected from primary sources. The main method of data collection involved the use of questionnaires, which were designed in English. This method was chosen because it enabled respondents to answer personal questions more accurately than face-to-face interviews with a researcher.
Academic staff motivation and student's academic performance in secondary schools in Sironko town Council, Uganda
(Kampala International University, 2017) Masaba, Washington
The study established the level of academic staff motivation and student's academic performances in secondary schools in Sironko town council,Uganda
Acceptance of Electronic Health Records for Improving Quality of Health Service Delivery: A Case Study of Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital Kano State, Nigeria
(School of Computing and Information Technology, 2016-12) Shehu, Ibrahim
This research work focused on the acceptance of “Electronic Health Record for Improving Quality of Health Service Delivery. The study was carried out at Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital, Kano State, Nigeria with three specific objectives: investigating the level of Acceptance of Electronic Health Records; Extent at which Electronic Health Records Improves the Quality of Health Service Delivery; and to establish the relationship between Acceptance of Electronic Health Records, Employee Satisfaction and Quality of Health Service Delivery. Quantitative research method with descriptive correlation analysis was the approach adopted. Data was analyzed using SPSS. Findings of the study indicated that, 43.8% (majority) of the participants amongst the departments surveyed, were educated to a diploma level, 16.4% are Bachelor degree holders, while 11 .0% are educated above Bachelor degree level. Majority are between the ages of 20-30 years. Most of the employees accept and use Electronic Health Record System in order to enhance their job performance and they also believed that the system is very useful in their work. The research further revealed that Electronic Health Record improves Service Quality in Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital. The result of running correlation analysis revealed a moderate significant relationship between Performance Expectancy and Quality of El-IR Service (r=.342~*, p<.Ol); a very low significant relationship between Performance Expectancy and Employee Satisfaction (r.274*, p<.O5); a very significant relationship between Effort Expectancy and Quality of Health Service Delivery (r.516**, p<.Ol); a very low but significant correlation between Effort Expectancy and Employee Satisfaction (r.228*, p<.05); a moderate significant association between Social Influence and Quality of Health Records Service Delivery (r=.369**, p<.O1); a moderately significant relationship between Social Influence and Employee Satisfaction (r.407**, p<.Ol); a moderately significant correlation between Facilitating Conditions and Quality of Health Service Delivery (r=.445**, p<~01)~ a moderately significant relationship between Facilitating Condition and Employee Satisfaction. The general findings suggest that the performance of the hospital will keep on increasing due to potential benefit of the use of Electronic health Record in health informatics organizations. The researcher recommends to the management the provision of facilities that support the Use of Electronic Health Record; to provide enough bandwidth and efficient throughput to reduce the downtime of network, to always support the adoption of health technologies to enhance the performance of the hospital for competitive advantage. and adoption of electronic health record to other departments
Access To and Use of Library Resources in Selected Secondary Schools in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
(Kampala International University, masters in Educational Management and Administration, 2010-09) Petro, Fitina
This study aimed at examining the use of library resources in Secondary Schools. The study employed the sample size of 330 respondents where 300 were Students, 20 were Teachers and 10 Librarians. These were conveniently selected from Kambangwa. Kiluvya and St.Peter’s St Marys, Kimara B, Zanaki, Azania and Jangwani, Kibamba, and Kibwegele Secondary Schools, all from Dar es Salaam. Simple random and purposive sampling techniques were used in selecting samples for this study. The major findings of this study show that, the accessibility and usage of libraries in Secondary Schools is still low. The shortage of time of using a Library, inadequate Library resources, shortage of space, lack of trainings to students and the lack of qualified Librarians were the problems facing Libraries. However, the study also found that, Students were aware of the importance of the library. This study therefore recommends that Libraries should have well documented selection and acquisition policy and allocation of enough funds for libraries. Also, Students should be trained on how to use a library. Based on the findings above this study concludes that, accessibility and usage of library resources are poor in Dar es Salaam. For any Secondary School library to meet its goals, School library resources should be utilized effectively by the students.
Accountability and performance of local government programs. A case study of national agricultural advisory services (naads) in Rukungiri district
(Kampala international international, College of Economics and Management, 2011-09) Keneth, Byaruhanga
This study has been done with the aim establishing the relationship between accountability procedures and performance of Local Government programmes, a case study of National Agricultural Advisory Services (NAADS) in Rukungiri district. The study adopted both qualitative and quantitative approaches to analyze the data from respondents. The population included the stakeholders of NAADS with the experience in handling activities of NAADS in Rukungiri district. These respondents were sub county chiefs, sub accountants, former beneficiaries of NAADS, present beneficiaries of NAADS, Sub County NAADS coordinators, District NAADS coordinator, District planner. The respondents in this study responded to a 5-point likert scale survey instrument and open ended questionnaires. 270 respondents were given questionnaires and all the 270 questionnaires were returned fully answered representing a response of 100%. The data was analyzed using descriptive statistics and correlation analysis. The results have revealed that there exists a relationship between accountability procedures and performance of NAADS activities in Rukungiri district. On the basis of the findings from the field, the researcher recommends that there is need to place an increased focus on the involvement of NAADS officials in accountability procedure programmes in order for them to enhance performance.
Accountability and Socio-Economic Development in Middle Shabelle Region, Somalia
(2024) Ali Abdi Yusuf
This research aimed at investigating the effects of accountability on socio-economic development in the Middle Shabelle region, Somalia. The objectives were to examine the effects of political accountability on socio-economic development, to determine the effects of administrative accountability on socio-economic development, and to find out the effects of legal accountability on socio-economic development in the Middle Shabelle region, Somalia. This research study was underpinned by the liberalism theory stated by John Locke (1632–1704). The researcher used a correlational research design to establish the facts regarding political instability and economic development in the Middle Shabelle region, Somalia. Data from the questionnaires were edited, coded, and entered into a computer, and the Statistical Package for Social Scientists (SPSS) program was used to analyze it. The test of significance for the regression model was determined by using ANOVA. The coefficient of determination, (r2), was the square of the sample correlation coefficient between outcomes and predicted values. Findings showed that the results on the Pearson's Linear Coefficient Correlation showed that r = 0.298, Sig. value = 0.005 < P value at 0.05. The overall mean reveals that the effects of legal accountability on socio-economic development in Somalia had a mean rate of 2.88 and a standard deviation of 0.78, estimated at 78%, and was high. Additionally, the results on the Pearson's Correlation Coefficient were r = 0.493, Sig. value = 0.000 < P value at 0.05. The researcher concluded that political accountability is one of the fundamental prerequisites for successful socio-economic development in a country. The researcher recommended that the Federal Government of Somalia should undertake serious and long-term reforms on the leadership aspect, especially reinforcing administrative accountability so that it can remain and contribute to the socioeconomic aspects of the country.

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