Infant and young child feeding practices associated with nutritional status among children attending child welfare clinic in Kericho County, Kenya by Cheruiyot DK, Kamau D, Kahanya WK

“…Approximately two-thirds of caregivers had attained secondary education (n=77, 44.8%). Stunting was prevalent in 25% of the children, while both wasting and underweight affected 23.8%. …”
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Assessing the impact of antimicrobial resistance policies on antibiotic use and antimicrobial resistance-associated mortality in children and adults in low and middle-income countr... by Günther Fink, Jay Patel, Kyaw Zay Ya

“…In general, a multifaceted approach will likely be needed to fight AMR and preserve antibiotics’ effectiveness, including evidence-based policies, targeted education and research.…”
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Barriers and facilitators to utilizing HIV prevention and treatment services among migrant youth globally: A scoping review. by Kevin Li, Natasha Thaweesee, Allison Kimmel, Emily Dorward, Anita Dam

“…At the individual level, education level and fear of infection acted as barriers and facilitators to HIV services. …”
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A reliable supply chain network design for perishable crops with disruption risk consideration (case study: tomato supply chain) by Fateme Letafat, Mohammad Reza Gholamian, Mahsa Arabi

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A social ecological approach to identify the barriers and facilitators to COVID-19 vaccination acceptance: A scoping review. by Penny Lun, Jonathan Gao, Bernard Tang, Chou Chuen Yu, Khalid Abdul Jabbar, James Alvin Low, Pradeep Paul George

“…Some common demographic factors associated with hesitancy were younger age, being female, having lower than college education, and having a lower income level. Most of the barriers and facilitators to acceptance of the COVID-19 vaccines were intrapersonal factors, such as personal characteristics and preferences, concerns with COVID-19 vaccines, history/perception of general vaccination, and knowledge of COVID-19 and health. …”
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Factors Influencing the Uptake of Adolescents’ Sexual and Reproductive Health Services in Rubanda District, South Western Uganda. by Tayebwa, Amon

“…Introduction: Globally, adolescents face a remarkable challenge of insufficient access to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) education and services. However, even where such services exist, often their uptake by the adolescents tends to be low as a result of a number of factors. …”
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Factors Influencing the Uptake and Sustainable Use of Soil and Water Conservation Measures in Bubaare Micro-Catchment, Kabale District, South Western Uganda by Willbroad, Byamukama, Ssemakula, E, Kalibwani, R

“…In this regard, several key recommendations were made which involved extending financial services to the farmers, communication and information access, training and experience sharing, strengthening research and development, education and awareness, providing technical and financial support.…”
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Effect of Poverty and Child Prostitution in Kamuganguzi Sub¬-county Kabale District. by Katusiime, Marvellous

“…The study findings revealed the are several causes of child engagement in prostitution in the Kamuganguzi sub-county and these include lack of education, single parenting, Peer influence, lack of opportunities, and poverty. …”
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The Effect of Alcoholism on Food Security in Rural Areas: A Case Study of Bufundi Sub-County Rubanda District Uganda. by Natukunda, Ruth

“…The findings of the study indicate that there were possible intervention mechanisms for ending alcoholism in the communities including; Increasing alcohol prices, Restricting alcohol outlets, Controlling alcohol advertising and promotion, Better Education and communication, Working with the alcohol industry, government involvement, and Community participation. …”
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The Role of Faith-Based Organizations in HIV/AIDS Prevention in Rwamucucu Sub-County Rukiga District. by Owembabazi, Rabecca

“…Challenges faced by Faith-Based Organizations in HIV/AIDS prevention they include; Social stigma, Inadequate funding, Tension, Un clear faith-based objectives, Sexual violence, and Poor communities and they can be solved by the strategies in place to strengthen FBOs in HIV/AIDS prevention as they include; Policy measures to facilitate the HIV/AIDS prevention, Government awareness, Increase in the provision of textbooks, Gender sensitivity concern, Education and Improving access and prevention of HIV/ AIDS Prevention. …”
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The Effect of Alcoholism on Food Security in Rural Areas: A Case Study of Bufundi Subcounty Rubanda District Uganda. by Natukunda, Ruth

“…The findings of the study indicate that there were possible intervention mechanisms for ending alcoholism in the communities including; Increasing alcohol prices, Restricting alcohol outlets, Controlling alcohol advertising and promotion, Better Education and communication, Working with the alcohol industry, government involvement, and Community participation. …”
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Impact of E-Learning on Pupils Academic Performance in Social Studies: A Case Study of Selected Schools in Ikumba Sub-County Rubanda District. by Tibekyinga, William

“…The recommendations of the study included the following: E-learning is here to stay and can make a much stronger contribution to higher education in the years to come. However, there are some negative effects of online learning, as it does not offer real face-to-face contact and interaction with teachers and imposes a time commitment and less accountability on pupils. …”
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Examining the Influence of Field Study on Academic Performance of Geography Students: A Case Study of Rock High School in Southern Division Kabale Municipality. by Turyamwijuka, Ronald

“…From objective two above, it was found out that were are several limitations associated with field study in the field of geography and these included the needs of teacher trainees are not considered, time allotted to geography in most schools is not enough, students cannot relate things they learned with the real, geography teaching programs prepared by the Ministry of Education (ME) is not consisten. From the research, objective three it was found the ways of improving field studies in promoting academic performance and included choosing a location for a field experience is important, successful fieldwork requires preparation by students and instructors alike. , instructors also need to prepare their equipment…”
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Experiences of Mothers and Health Workers With Momcare and Safecare Bundles In Kenya And Tanzania: A Qualitative Evaluation. by Izudi, Jonathan, Owoko, Henry Odero, Bagayoko, Moussa, Kadengye, Damazo

“…Findings revealed that among mothers, the care bundles eased access to health services, ensured easy access and optimal ANC use, provision of respectful care removed financial constraints, and led to the receipt of sufficient health education. Health workers reported that the care bundles offered them a new opportunity to provide quality maternal and newborn care and to adhere to the standard of care besides experiencing a positive and fulfilling practice. …”
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Examining the Challenges Faced by Women Employees in Tourism Industry in Kabale District. by Kamugisha, Serestine

“…From objective three, the study indicated measures to solve the challenges women employees are facing in the tourism industry in Kabale district including regular training of the new workforce (female) on a regular basis is the only remedy available, need to create a more inclusive and equitable work environment, anti-discrimination policies, leadership and management training, flexible work arrangements, diversity and Inclusion Initiatives, education and skill development.…”
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Role of Community Based Organization on House Hold Income in Kitumba Sub-County Kabale District. by Niwagaba, Alex

“…Based on results from the study, 100% of the respondents agreed that there are several services offered by CBOs for the society in the Kitumba sub-county Kabale district they include; Health activities, Environmental management, Children well well-being, Training programs, Education services, Poverty alleviation programs and Community sensitization. …”
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Impact of Small and Medium Enterprises to Peoples’ Household Income in Kabale District: A Case Study of Kabale Municipality Kabale District. by Kule, Enock

“…The study findings on the limitations for the growth of Small and Medium Enterprises in Kabale municipality were; poor infrastructure and marketing strategies, financial constraints, improper business feasibility and increased competition, lack of managerial knowledge and lack of education, and outdated technology. The study findings on the possible solutions to the limitation of Small and Medium Enterprises in Kabale municipality were; improved infrastructure and market enlargement through government help, forming groups with a common cause to raise capital and also being able to borrow money from the bank, carrying out market and business research and ensuring business security, employing experts and training other employees while at work for management purposes and establishment of entrepreneurship trainings and learning centers, providing modern technology to SMEs owners. …”
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Impact of Agro-forestry on Soil Conservation in Kayonza Subcounty: A Case Study of Rutendere Parish. by Ayebale, Anxious

“…The study recommended that farmers should be highly sensitized and mobilized to attend seminars and agricultural talks, the government should encourage the farmers in Rutendere Parish the formation of farmer groups through which grants could be given inform about seedlings and other useful inputs, and adult education should be encouraged to enhance conservation and diversify farming system as against mono-cropping system which compromise soil to nutrient loss and soil degradation.…”
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Impact of Land Degradation on Irish Potato Production in Hamurwa Sub-County Rubanda District. by Ahimbisibwe, Columbus

“…This should be done along with good husbandry practices such as crop rotation, and rotational grazing to avoid exhausting a particular plot of land in a short period, which in most cases forces people to exhaust land, there is a need for policymaking concerning land use through a forestation thus discouraging or reducing deforestation and there should education of masses should be encouraged relating to the efficient use of land use practices on Irish potato production through sensitizing people on dangers of destroying agricultural and its related effects.…”
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Effect of Financial Literacy on the Profitability of Small-Scale Enterprises in Rubaare Town Council Ntungamo District. by Tugumisirize, Fiona

“…The study, therefore, recommended that financial education and training programs should have to be given by the government along with other institutions, to encourage the application of financial knowledge to activities of business owners. …”
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