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- The collections in this Community are comprised of Indigenous Knowledge emanating from communities in the neighborhoods of Kabale University. These are communities in the great Kigezi Region.
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Recent Submissions
Community Participation and Development Planning in Local Governments in South-Western Uganda: A Case of Nyarushanje Sub-County Rukungiri District.
(Kabale University, 2024) Ainembabazi, Tricia
Community participation involves the engagement of local community members, groups, and organizations in planning and implementing development projects that affect their lives and well-being. In the context of development planning, this participation includes involving community members in decision-making to identify their needs, priorities, and preferences, ensuring these are reflected in development projects. However, the relationship between community participation and development planning remains unclear. This study aimed to investigate community participation and development planning in Nyarushanje Sub-county, Rukungiri District Local Government, Uganda. The specific objectives were to examine the state of community participation, assess the determinants and challenges of community participation, and identify possible solutions to these challenges.
The study employed a mixed-methods approach, incorporating both qualitative and quantitative data. Qualitative data was open-ended, without predetermined responses, while quantitative data included closed-ended responses, as found in questionnaires. The mixed-methods approach facilitated the systematic convergence of qualitative and quantitative data, integrating different research designs. The findings suggest that community participation is crucial in the development planning process, enhancing community ownership and promoting project sustainability. Additionally, the study highlights the need for increased capacity building among community members and local government officials to facilitate effective participation and collaboration in development planning.
The study concludes a significant relationship between community participation and development planning in Nyarushanje Sub-county, Rukungiri District. Key recommendations include: ensuring community involvement throughout the development planning sessions to foster a sense of ownership; adopting strategic planning for specific projects rather than attempting to address all community concerns at once; and, conducting community sensitization to improve understanding of ongoing projects and their benefits.
Online Banking and Business Sustainability of SACCOs in Rubanda Town Council Rubanda District.
(Kabale University., 2024) Biira, Emily
The study examined the effect of online banking and business sustainability of SACCOs in Rubanda Town Council Rubanda District. 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. The study findings on the effect of online banking on the business sustainability of SACCOs in Rubanda Town Council were; enhanced cash flow management, customer satisfaction, accessibility and convenience, improved security and fraud prevention, and cost reduction. The study findings on the impact of mobile banking on the business sustainability of SACCOs in Rubanda Town Council were; easy access to financial services, enhanced payment efficiency, instant fund transfers, enhanced security measures, and sustainability reporting. The study findings on the contributions of automated teller machines on business sustainability of SACCOs in Rubanda Town Council were; convenient deposit options, employee salary disbursement, flexibility in fund transfer, improved cash flow management, and easy emergency access to funds. The study recommended that SACCOs should regularly update and upgrade the online platform to enhance accessibility, incorporate new features, and adapt to changing technological trends to enhance the business sustainability of SACCOs and SACCOs should offer responsive customer support channels, including chat, phone, or email, to assist members with any queries or concerns related to online banking because this can contribute to their confidence and satisfaction with the service.
Credit Policy and Loan Recovery Among SACCOs In Kabale Municipality: A Case Study of Lyamujungu SACCO Kabale Municipality.
(Kabale University, 2024) Atuheire, Dickson
The study assessed the effect of credit management policy on loan recovery in microfinance institutions in Uganda. A case study of Lyamujugu Sacco in Kabale Municipality. The study was guided by three objectives which were: to establish credit management policies applied by Unique Sacco Kabale municipality, to determine the rate of loan recovery at Lyamujugu Sacco Kabale municipality, to establish the relationship between credit management policy and loan recovery at Lyamujugu Sacco Kabale municipality. A targeted population of 50 respondents was considered for the study. These included top management, cashiers, loan officers, clients, and accountants. Both simple random and purposive sampling techniques were used in identifying the study sample size. The methods that were used in data collection included questionnaires, observation, and interviews. Data collected was edited, coded, entered into the computer, and analyzed with Excel, a Microsoft statistical package, the results were presented in tables. Based on results from the study, 100% of the respondents agreed that there are various credit management policies applied by unique Sacco and these include credit terms that involve both the length of credit period and discount rate, the loan amount recommended by the credit officer, and collateral security. The study findings revealed the rate of loan recovery in microfinance institutions in Uganda's profitability ratio, efficiency ratios, outstanding loans, and real annual average growth rate of loans. From objective three, it was found out as indicated by the respondents from Unique Sacco that there is a relationship between customer credit management policies and loan recovery and these are good credit management provide the institution with reasonable and adequate returns on loans, borrowers are given a small amount of money. The researcher concluded that there are various credit management policies applied at Lyamujugu Sacco. The majority of the respondents reported credit terms involve both the length of the credit period and the discount rate given, offering a uniform interest rate. The study findings further recommend that Unique Sacco should redesign its credit policy so as to make credit management more effective to reduce loan losses and write-offs.
Records Management Practices and Business Sustainability of Small-Scale Business: A Case Study of Kindly Services.
(Kabale University, 2024) Ainebyoona, Ritah
This study was focused on records management practices and business sustainability of small-scale businesses in the Rukiga district. The study employed cross sectional survey design across respondents of Kindly Service. The study findings indicate that there were causes of poor records management practices on sustainability of small scale business as they include; lack of accountability, lack of knowledge, greediness for money, exposure of skills, lack of proficiency, emblements of funds, and heavy taxes. 81% of the respondents agreed that embezzlement of funds is one of the causes of poor records management sustainability of small-scale businesses. Findings of the study indicate that there were contributions of records management practices towards financial sustainability of small-scale businesses as they include; effective financial management, follow-ups in books of accounts, evaluation of proposed source, easy workload, support of rural livelihoods, easy accountability, and business analysis. 78% of the respondents agreed business analysis was one of the contributions of records management toward the financial sustainability of small-scale businesses. The findings of the study indicate that there were challenges faced by small-scale businesses including; limited access, rapid, rapid changes and advancement in technology, absence, of policies, lack of diversity and verification, competition from existing firms, and lack of accountability. 80% of the respondents indicate that lack of diversity and verification was a major challenge faced by records management practices on the sustainability of small-scale businesses. The study recommends that the government should restrict laws on the businesses that do not have proper records management practices, this encourages more to exercise it hence better financial sustainability as their operations are concerned and all business owners, operators, and customers should ensure that colleagues in department as business system is concerned are having records management in order to retain their financial sustainability as advisor and IGG’s (Inspector General Government) to them.
Outsourcing and Material Availability: A Case Study of Crown Beverage Bottling Company Kabale Branch.
(Kabale University, 2024) Kemigisha, Mary
The study was about the impact of outsourcing on material availability in bottling companies. A case study of Crown Beverage Bottling Company, Kabale Branch. The study was guided by three objectives which were to assess the out-sourcing factors considered in the material availability, to find out the challenges associated with material availability in Crown Beverages Company, and to find out the effect of out-sourcing on material availability. A targeted population of 59 respondents was considered for the study. These included 1 general manager, 2 managers 1 cashier, and 55. Both simple random and purposive sampling techniques were used in identifying the study sample size. The methods that were used in data collection included questionnaires, observation, and interviews. Data collected was edited, coded, entered into the computer, and analyzed with Excel, a Microsoft statistical package, the results were presented in tables. Based on the results from the study, 100% of the respondents agreed that crown beverage bottling companies experience the outsourcing factors considered in the material availability and these included the industry expertise of the outsourcing firm, the cost involved, recruitment and HR support, risk management, the Resources and Technology, service-level agreement, cost Savings, top-quality talent, pricing. The study findings revealed the challenges associated with material availability in Crown Beverages company and these included demand variability, poor estimation of materials quantity, poor workmanship, quality of material, inconsistent demand, inclement weather, government restrictions, shortage of raw materials, origin or availability of materials, regulatory compliance, inventory control, and supplier reliability. From objective three, it was found that the effects of outsourcing on material availability and including outsourcing can lead to the loss of critical skills and the potential for innovation in the future, outsourcing has significant social implications for an organization, cost increases also can be among the effects of outsourcing, outsourcing together with an increased use of strategy often caused by competition, loss of strategic resources, outsourcing does not seem to work well in areas where a specific or unique knowledge of the business is required.