Food security and economic welfare in south Sudan:
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2018-03
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Kampala International University, College of Economics and Management
Abstract
The research carried out on “Food security and economic welfare in South Sudan: A case Study of Juba County” was aimed at establishing the relationship between food security and economic welfare in South Sudan. The focus of the research also analyzed the economic welfare techniques and how this would enhance and improve the lives of poor households. The investigation was also based on the metrics relevant to economic welfare and the effective mechanisms required in establishing a procedural technique reflecting better food security scenario in South Sudan. The significance of improved agricultural approach as well as aided system of food security has been analyzed in chapter two. The researcher applied the statistical data and use method of empirical research in order to define and make relevant summaries from the data factors. The method that was used to carry out the research was based on exploratory approach and this involved using descriptive survey as an ideal method of getting relevant information that involves food security and economic welfare. The sampling was by randomized means and this was aided by differences in the respondents’ classes. The findings of the study showed that food security is an important factor in economic welfare. The research also found out that poverty can be controlled through improved farming techniques and this is as well important in ensuring that farmers are provided with relevant information regarding new farming practices. Chapter five provides a comprehensive conclusion indicating a positive relationship between food security and economic welfare in South Sudan. From the viewpoint of welfare economics, optimal resource allocation depend on the technological characteristics of the invention process and the nature of the market for enhanced food security situation in the country.
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A Research Report Submitted to the College of Economics and Management in Partial Fulfillment for the Award of Bachelor of Arts in Economics of Kampala International University
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Food security, Economic welfare, south Sudan, Juba county