Challenges in the Implementation of Fiscal Decentralization and It’s Effects on the Health Sector in Uganda by George Stanley, Kinyata, Siraje, Kaaya

“…Abstract: This article was written to show how decentralized services such as health do not match with adequate financial resources for Local Governments to deliver health services effectively in Uganda. …”
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Superbugs-related prolonged admissions in three tertiary hospitals, Kano State, Nigeria by Alkali, Bashir, Garba, Iliyasu, Adamu, Almustapha Aliero, Abdurrazak, Kibiya, Muhammad, Hassan Abubakar, Ibrahim, Ntulume, Faruku, Sarkinfada, Ezera, Agwu

“…Results: One hundred and thirty eight (138) isolates were recovered, from the studied participants. More than 80% of the nosocomial infections (Nis) were caused by Gram-negative bacteria, predominantly Escherichia coli, Klebseilla spp, Proteus spp, Pseudomona spp, and Acinetobacter spp. …”
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Community Development in the Rural Areas through Traditional Indigenous Knowledge by Godfrey, Barigye, Siraje, Kaaya

“…The process gets people to overcome their differences, to begin dialogue on an equal basis and to determine issues that affect their community, enabling communities especially the poor and other marginalized groups to participate, negotiate, demand, change and hold accountable institutions that affect their livelihoods and well-being, ease access to community- driven development. …”
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The Influence of Folktales on the Teaching and Learning of English Language in Secondary Schools in Rukungiri Municipality South- Western Uganda. by Ndyamuhaki, Eulyne

“…Using simple random and purposive sampling techniques, a total of 109 respondents were selected to participate in the study. Questionnaires, interviews, and observation methods of data collection were used in this study. …”
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The Effect of Monetary Rewards on Employee Productivity in Rukungiri District: A Case Study of Kebisoni Sub-county. by Tukamushaba, Dativah

“…The administration should create other monetary rewards like life insurance and vacation days Employees should be allowed to participate in decision-making. This makes them feel that they are recognized in the organization. …”
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Management and Utilisation of Land Resources to Attain Economic Sustainability among Christians in West Ankole Diocese, Uganda. by Ahereza, Madelean, Ocan, Johnson, Adyanga, Francis Akena

“…Using these methods, researchers observed the behavior of study participants and made inferences about their responses and operations. …”
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Assessment of Records Management Storage Practices in Medical Centers: Case Study of Rugarama Hospital. by Akello, Deborah

“…Data was collected from 44 participants, including department heads, records section staff, and medical staff at Rugarama Hospital, using self-administered questionnaires and interview guides. …”
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Employee Motivation Strategies and Sales Performance: A Case Study of Hawk’s Eye Lodge Bunyonyi. by Kihembo, Linnet

“…The study employed descriptive research design across a sample of 50 respondents and data collection tools such as interviews and questionnaires were used to collect data from the participants. The findings of the study were that the research emphasized the significance of creating a positive work environment characterized by open communication, teamwork, and supportive leadership. …”
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Wetland Conservation and Management Practices in Rubanda District South-Western Uganda. by Turyasingura, Benson, Saturday, Alex, Hirwa, Hubert, Fatima, Sule Mohammed, Ruhiiga, Tabukeli Musigi, Ayiga, Natal

“…A total of 109 people participated in the study using simple random and purposive sampling approaches. …”
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Business partnership, women empowerment and support to women living with HIV/AIDS in Kabale, Uganda. by Mwosi, Fabian, Eton, Marus, Aluonzi, Burani, Olupot, Simon Peter, Alia, Richard

“…Women taking ARVs were identified from the points where they were collecting their ARVs and were given questionnaires after consenting to participate in the study. Results: Women empowerment increased decision-making power, while business partnerships decreased dependence on male partners. …”
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Challenges to Teaching and Learning of Agriculture in Secondary Schools in Rubanda West Constituency Rubanda District. by Ariyo, Vincent

“…A total of 67 respondents participated, with purposive sampling used for headteachers and agriculture teachers, and simple random sampling for students. …”
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Readiness of Christian Religious Education (CRE) Teachers and Implementation of Competence-Based Curriculum (CBC) in Nyakabande Sub-county Kisoro District. by Mugwaneza, Allen

“…Stratified random sampling ensured a diverse representation of participants from various school types. The findings of this study reveal the current state of preparedness among CRE teachers and identify specific obstacles hindering the effective implementation of CBC. …”
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Effect of Soil Erosion on Crop Production in Kyanamira Sub-County Kabale District. by Turyamushanga, Serapio

“…A total sample of 114 out of 225 targeted populations was selected to participate in the study. The targeted population were family heads (75) Chairpersons L.C. …”
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Assessing the Accessibility and Utilization of Agricultural Credit Facilities in Ruhinda Sub-County Rukungiri District. by Tukahirwa, Horus

“…The research adopted a descriptive design, utilizing a multistage sampling technique to select participants. Initially, the study area was divided into clusters, followed by random sampling to choose specific villages within each cluster. …”
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Strengthening ethical Values and accountability in Local Governance: Citizen-Led Strategies in the Greater Kigezi Sub-Region of Uganda by Mucunguzi, Abel, Katusimeh, Mesharch Walto, Chrysostom, Oketch, Kakuru, Robert, Ahabwe, Macklean

“…Findings reveal that while local government initiatives often fall short in involving citizens adequately, empowering communities through education, sensitization and active participation in decision-making processes is identified as a key strategy for fostering ethical values and reinforcing accountability in local governance. …”
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Rural Women’s Cooperatives and Family Standard of Living in Rwanda: A case of Urugero Cooperative in Gatsibo District. by Tharcisse, Maniragena

“…Finally, the study also found out that some measures had to be put in place towards encouraging creation of rural women’s cooperatives in order to enhance woman’s participation in the economic development of the country. …”
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Teacher training and Academic performance of Secondary Schools in Rwanda: A case of Secondary Schools in Nyagatare District. by Frank, Kahangwa

“…A significant relationship was also found between teacher training and academic performance in secondary schools which was reflected in students’ grades and improvement in students’ classroom attendance and participation. The study recommends the government of Rwanda to sustain teacher training in form of in-service training of the unqualified teachers still existing in secondary schools to help them acquire teaching knowledge and skills. …”
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Motivation and Employee Performance: A case Study of Kabale Municipal Council, Kabale District. by Juliet, Nalusiba

“…The study found out that there was a relationship between motivation and employee performance, limited funds, dependency on the central government, inadequate fringe benefits; discrimination in appraising and promoting public employees, incompetence in leadership hampered motivation efforts for effective performance and among strategies required for effective performance and adequate rewarding; increasing salaries, recognition of employees’ achievement, adequate fringe benefits, career development, participative management. The researcher recommended that local government administrators should use the identified motivation strategies in restoring the lost value of motivation for employees to enjoy the benefits of motivation thus improving their performance…”
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Child maltreatment, cognitive functions and the mediating role of mental health problems among maltreated children and adolescents in Uganda by Herbert, E. Ainamani

“…Results: In total, 232 (100%) of the participant reported to have experienced at least one type of maltreatment in their lifetime including emotional, physical, and sexual violence as well as neglect. …”
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Dispensing antiretrovirals during Covid-19 lockdown: re-discovering community-based ART delivery models in Uganda by Henry, Zakumumpa, Christopher, Tumwine, Kiconco, Milliam, Spicer, Neil

“…Between June and September 2020, we conducted qualitative interviews with district health team leaders (n = 9), ART clinic managers (n = 36), representatives of PEPFAR implementing organizations (n = 6).In addition, six focus group discussions were held with recipients of HIV care (48 participants). Qualitative data were analyzed using thematic approach. …”
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