Prevalence of Bacterial Urinary Tract Infections and Associated Factors among Patients Attending Hospitals in Bushenyi District, Uganda by Martin, Odoki, Adamu, Almustapha Aliero, Julius, Tibyangye, Josephat, Nyabayo Maniga, Eddie, Wampande, Charles, Drago Kato, Ezera, Agwu, Joel, Bazira

“…Escherichia coli was the most prevalent bacterial uropathogen with 36/86 (41.9%) followed by Staphylococcus aureus 27/86 (31.4%), Klebsiella pneumoniae 10/86 (11.6%), Klebsiella oxytoca 6/86 (7.0%), Proteus mirabilis 3/86 (3.5%), Enterococcus faecalis 3/86 (3.5%), and Proteus vulgaris 1/86 (1.2%). (is study has demonstrated that age ≤19 years, female gender, married individuals, genitourinary tract abnormalities, diabetes, hospitalization, indwelling catheter <6 days, and indwelling catheter >6 days had statistically significant relationships (p < 0.05) with UTI. …”
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Youth in Politics and Social Service Delivery in Kasese District: A Case Study of Kamulikizi Cell Nyamwamba Division. by Kamanzi, Julius

“…The study recommends that the government should aid the youth in nurturing them in line to be good leaders and give the necessary career guidance in addition, put a standard age for one to compete in any political and social service position not saying 18 years but can be lifted to 25 or so. …”
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Youth in Politics and Social Service Delivery in Kasese District: A Case Study of Kamulikxzi Cell Nyamwamba Division. by Kamanzi, Julius

“…The study recommends that the government should aid the youth in nurturing them in Iine to be good leaders and give the necessary career guidance in addition, put a standard age for one to compete in any political and social service position not saying 18 years but can be lifted to 25 or so. …”
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Impact of English Language on Academic Performance of Learners in Selected Primary Schools in Southern Division Kabale Municipality Kabale District. by Kyarimpa, Jackline

“…Data collection was done using a questionnaire with both closed ended and open-ended questions. …”
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Information Access and Promotion of Human Rights: A Case Study of High Court Kabale Municipality. by Akwasiibwe, Bonitah

“…The study assessed access to information, effects promotion of human rights about the High Court in Kabale Municipality, the objectives of the study were to analyze the state of access to information and promotion of human rights at the High Court in Kabale Municipality, to identify the challenges facing access to information and promotion of human rights and to highlight opportunities, best practices and positive aspects inherent to free access to information and the promotion of human rights. The study used a descriptive research design. The study results on the state of access to information and promotion of human rights at the High Court in Kabale Municipality were; availing of information through constitutions, provision for the timely processing of requests for information, provision of the right to truth about human rights violations and ensuring inaccessible laws under the principle of ignorance of the law is no excuse. …”
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Influence of Human Activities on the Rate of Soil Erosion in Ihunga Hill Nyarushanje Sub-County Rukungiri District. by Tugumenawe, Dancun

“…The objectives of the study were to identify the causes of soil erosion, to establish the implications of soil erosion to the local community, and to identify the control measures to reduce soil erosion in lhunga Hill Nyarushanje Sub¬County Rukungiri District. A descriptive study design was used and a sample of 70 respondents was used for the study. …”
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Teachers' Competence as an Avenue for "Learning Through Play Pedagogy" in Preschools: A Case of Makindye Ssabagabo Division. by Ngalonsa, Luciana, Ocan, Johnson, Adyanga, Francis Akena

“…The purpose of this study was to establish whether teacher competence can enhance the use of learning through play (LTP) pedagogy in preschools. …”
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Impact of Continuous Assessment on Pupils’ Academic Performance in Primary Schools in Southern Division Kabale Municipality. Kabale: Kabale University. by Tumwesigye, Gidion

“…A total sample of 100 was selected to participate in the study. …”
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Mobile Banking and Financial Performance of Micro Finance Banks: A Case Study of Pride Microfinance Limited Kabale. by Arinanye, Charity

“…The findings revealed that Pride Microfinance Ltd offers services such as bill payments via mobile banking, and money transfers across accounts, all of which can be accessed through the bank. …”
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Employee Welfare Schemes and Performance of Health Facilities: A Case Study of Rugarama Hospital-Kabale. by Amutuheire, Elizabeth

“…For the effect of medical cover on performance, the findings showed that medical insurance availability increases employee motivation and satisfaction, enhances productivity by maintaining employee health, improves retention rates, reduces absenteeism, and ensures that healthier, present employees can provide high-quality patient care. Regarding employee allowances, the results indicated that allowances motivate employees to perform well, increase retention, boost employee satisfaction, enhance productivity, improve service delivery, and provide job satisfaction through benefits like housing, transport, or meal allowances.The study recommended developing a comprehensive medical insurance policy that meets all staff needs and ensures equity. …”
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Role of Commercial Banks on the Performance of Small Scale Businesses in Uganda: A Case Study of Centenary Bank Kabale Branch Uganda. by Akatwijuka, Isaac

“…The study concluded that there is a need for the government, small-scale business owners, and commercial bank management, including Centenary Bank, to collaborate closely to address the numerous challenges faced by all parties. …”
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Effect of Alcoholism on Household Income in Katuna Town Council Kabale District. by Nabaasa, Elizabeth

“…It was found that peer influence was due to youth who don’t want to engage in other economic activities like agriculture and they resort in bars. 20% of the respondents agreed that poverty was a major cause of alcoholism in Katuna Town Council. …”
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Recruitment Practices and Health Service Delivery in Local Governments of Uganda: A Case of Kabale Regional Referral Hospital. by Atuheire, Janet Joice

“…Based on the earlier discussions, the following can be recommended; conducting background checks to fight fake documents and detect panelists’ biologically related candidates, adopting contract-based employment, conducting a thorough analysis of the best suitable candidate methods, increasing the frequency of the job adverts run, Payment of adequate incentives and allowances in addition to a strict vigorous standard monitoring of the panelists and recruitment processes.…”
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Online Banking and Business Sustainability of SACCOs in Rubanda Town Council Rubanda District. by Biira, Emily

“…The objectives of the study were; to examine the effect of online banking on the business sustainability of SACCOs, to identify the impact of mobile banking on the business sustainability of SACCOs, and to examine the contributions of automated teller machines on the business sustainability of SACCOs in Rubanda Town Council. A descriptive research design was used and data was collected using interviews and questionnaires. …”
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Financial Literacy and Women Economic Empowerment in Mutara Sub-County Mitooma District. by Ainembabazi, Julian

“…Key findings showed that financial attitudes had a positive, strong association with women's economic empowerment. …”
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Student Gender and Support by Compassion International Influences Achievement Goal Orientation among Adolescents in South-western Uganda. by Ndyareeba, Eunice, Zanna, Clay, Biirah, Judith, Kasawo, Henry Kibedi

“…The adoption of mastery approach (MAP) and performance-avoidance goals (PAV) was found to be predicted by Gender, whereas mastery goals (approach and avoidance) and performance approach goals (PAP) were predicted by support from Compassion International. …”
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Experiences of Participants in An Agricultural Livelihood Support Initiative for People Living With HIV In Central Uganda. by Tumwine, Christopher, Addo, Isaac Yeboah, Zakumumpa, Henry, Seeley, Janet, Oucul, Lazarus

“…These findings have relevance to the broader field of livelihood programming. Future interventions can draw from the experiences of our participants while also taking seriously into consideration the different circumstances of individuals in a targeted population so as to increase the chances of producing more positive outcomes.…”
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Role of Political Leaders in Promoting Effective Service Delivery in Central Division Kabale Municipality. by Akampurira, Allan

“…In terms of accessibility to services, the study revealed that political leaders play a crucial role by creating and enacting policies and legislation, ensuring equitable resource distribution, promoting infrastructure development, decentralizing services, advocating for laws and policies, and raising public awareness to inform citizens. …”
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Impact of Human Capital Development on Economic Growth in Uganda. by Nuwagaba, Christopher

“…A well-educated workforce can contribute to reducing income inequality, enhancing social mobility, and promoting social cohesion. …”
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Mauvaise Culture de la Lecture chez les Etudiants de FLE en Ouganda: Éléments de Réponses. by Kateregga, Abubakar

“…L’article part de l’hypothèse selon laquelle les pratiques médiocres en lecture scolaire sont influencées par deux facteurs majeurs : D’une part, les apprenants ont des objectifs amoindris qui associent l’acte de lire exclusivement à la lecture de notes de cours ne serait-ce que pour réussir aux examens au lieu de lire pour s’amuser, pour se divertir, pour s’informer, pour jouer. …”
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