Creation of new districts on economic development of Uganda: a case study of selected Sub-Counties in Kasanda District
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2019-02
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Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between creation of new districts
and economic development of Uganda. The study was guided by three research objectives
specifically to examine the pattern for the creation of local government jurisdiction in Selected
Sub-Counties, assess the political, economic and socio-cultural reasons for the creation of local
government jurisdictions and assess the challenges that frequent creation of districts poses to
economic development. The study was covered using a descriptive survey study research design
which seemed applicable to examine the relationship between creation of new districts and
economic development. The study was based on a structured questionnaire which seemed
suitable in a survey that involves a large number of respondents. A total of 144 employees were
randomly selected, although at last only 74 were retrieved. Data was analyzed using frequency
tables and percentages and the study concluded that the creation of new districts is based on a
pattern of bringing services closer, although the legal procedures are at times not followed. The
study recommends the government to consider the outcry of different local communities
especially health to reduce on the maternal mortality rates and also improving livelihoods of the
community because a healthy free community creates development.
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A research dissertation submitted to the Department of Public Administration and Political Studies in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Award of a Bachelor’s DegreeOf Public Administration of Kampala International University
Keywords
New districts, Economic development, Kasanda District, Uganda