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Provision of reasonable accommodation to employees with visual impairment by organisations of and for persons with disabilities in Kampala metropolitan area
No full textx, 88 p. ;The purpose of the study was to explore the provision of reasonable accommodation to employees with visual impairment (EwVI) in organizations of and for persons with disabilities in Kampala Metropolitan Area. The objectives of the study included exploring the perceptions of employers towards the provision of RA to employees with visual impairments among organizations of and for PWVI, establishing the working conditions for EwVI in organizations of and for PWVI, and analyzing the adaptations at the workplace to enable EwVI to work comfortably. An exploratory study design was used and the study was qualitative in nature. Semi-structured interviews were used to collect data. The study participants were thirteen (13), 10 of whom were EwVI and 3 were employers, and these were all selected by use of purposive sampling. The study findings revealed that employers largely had positive attitudes towards the provision of RA to EwVI as recognition for them being contributing agents towards the performance of the organizations, although they found them to be expensive. Yet, the negative attitudes of a few employers towards the provision of RA were largely due to a lack of awareness of their needs, seeing it as a burden and accusing EwVI of poor performance. The study findings also revealed that the majority of EwVI were faced with poor working conditions due to unfavorable work policies that included too much workload with short deadlines, a lack of consideration for salary and transport enhancement, and working under uncomfortable and obstructive work stations. The only favorable working conditions reported by employees with visual impairments were expressed by PWVI, especially the workplace interactions where they freely interacted with their workmates. Lastly, the study findings also revealed that there was a general lack of adapted technology for PWVI in the workplace. The adaptations that were expected included computer application software, information in an accessible format, an obstacle-free physical environment, and ramps for easy mobility, among others. However, a few EwVI had some adapted technological devices, including computers with jaws, screen-reading software, and smartphones with free internet services. It was recommended that employers should be sensitized to be non-discriminative against EwVI, provide them with sighted guides, provide flexible work schedules, cover transport expenses of EwVI, adapted technology and information in different accessible formats, provide adapted computers and smartphones with jaws, digital voice recorders and braille embossers as well as lenses, and modify the physical environment by covering the potholes, removing the tree stamps and broken bricks for easy mobility. Further research was recommended on perception of employers towards the employment of persons with visual impairment in the private sector in Uganda
Diversity management and work engagement of academic staff of kyambogo university, Uganda
No full textThis study examined the influence of diversity management and work engagement of
the academic staff of Kyambogo University in Uganda. Specifically, the study examined
the influence of diversity management policies, diversity management programmes
and diversity management climate on the workplace engagement of academic staff of
Kyambogo University in Uganda. The study employed the correlational research design,
hence adopted the quantitative approach. The sample comprised 188 academic staff of
Kyambogo University. Data was collected using a self-administered questionnaire. The data
was analysed using descriptive and Partial Least Squares Structural Equation modelling
(PL-SEM) using SmartPLS. Descriptive results revealed that the workplace engagement of
academic staff, diversity management policies, diversity management programmes, and the
diversity management climate of the university were moderate. SEM results showed that
while diversity management policies had a positive and significant influence on workplace
engagement, diversity management programmes had a positive but insignificant influence
on workplace engagement, and the diversity management climate had a negative and
insignificant influence on workplace engagement. Therefore, it was concluded that diversity
management policies are vital for the workplace engagement of academic staff, inadequate
diversity management programmes hinder workplace engagement, and a low-level diversity
management climate impedes the workplace engagement of academic staff. Thus, it was
recommended that universities should adopt diversity management policies, leaders of
universities should implement adequate diversity management programmes to enhance
workplace engagement, and leaders of universities should promote a climate that favours
diversity
Field-based methods for measuring greenhouse gases emissions from on-site sanitation systems: A systematic review of published literature
No full textOn-site sanitation systems (OSS) are a source of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Although ef-
forts have been made recently to measure and quantify emissions from septic tanks using various
field-based methods, the vast majority of published literature reporting GHG emissions from OSS
units (e.g., pits and tanks) is based on non-empirical evidence. This systematic review presents an
overview and limitations of field-based methods used for the quantification of GHG emissions
from OSS. Papers published in English were searched in three databases: Google Scholar,
PubMed, and Directory of Articles and Journals. Peer-reviewed papers that reported field-based
methods applied to containment units in OSS were included in this study. Only eight out of
2085 papers met the inclusion criteria with septic tanks as the sole technology reported and were
thus, considered for the review. Most of the studies have been conducted in middle- and high-
income countries. Field-based measurements of GHGs are conducted using a flux chamber (FC)
and the most commonly used FC methods are (a) the modified simple static FC, (b) automated
static FC, and (c) floating FC. Data reported in published studies do not provide sufficient in-
formation on the calibration and validation of the results from the FCs used. The complex FC
designs, laborious fieldwork operations, and reliance on expensive, specialist equipment, suggest
that such methods may not be suitable in Low and Middle-Income countries (LMICs), where re-
sources and access to laboratory facilities are limited. Also, the complexity of pits and tank ty-
pology in LMICs (i.e., unstandardised designs and sizes) may be a challenge to the use of FCs with
fixed dimensions and set operational conditions. The variation in the quantification methods and resulting emission rates among the studies indicates that gaps prevail in the use of existing
methods. Therefore, there is still a need for a simple field-based, easily adaptable FC method with
adequate calibration and validation that can help in reliably quantifying the emissions from
different OSS in any LMICs
Influence of agro-ecological zone on azadirachtin concentration and efficacy of neem leaf powder against sitophilus zeamais in Uganda
No full textxi, 83 p. : ill. (some col.) ;Using synthetic insecticides to control Sitophilus zeamais has raised serious concern on the environment and human health. There is need to adopt a more affordable and eco-friendly option such as neem bio pesticide. Neem is reported to contain AZA active ingredient with insecticidal properties against S.zeamais. Neem leaf powders obtained from four AEZs were evaluated for AZA cone. and efficacy against S.zeamais. Extraction of AZA in neem leaf powders was done in two replicates using 100g of fine powder each obtained from the four AEZ while quantification was done using HPLC. Efficacy of neem leaf powder against S.zeamais was assessed using four doses: 0.5, 1.0, 1.5 and 2.0g. There were significant differences in cone. of AZA in neem leaf powders from the 4 different AEZs. Lake Victoria Crescent which experiences moderate climate with average rainfall had the highest AZA content (35.23 mg/g) while Karamoja dry land with hot climate had the lowest AZA (27.76 mg/g). Further, maize grain treated with neem leaf powders obtained from Lake Victoria Crescent with the highest cone. of AZA had the lowest mean weevil count (13/100g) with lowest mean number of damaged grains (4.8 /100g) while Karamoja dry land with the lowest AZA cone had the highest mean weevil number (25 /100gm) and the highest mean number of damaged maize grains (11. 7/100g). Neem leaf powder dosage of 2.0g effectively reduced the mean grain damage to I 0.0 compared to 20.0 when treated with 0.5g. When using neem leaf powder as an option, customized quantities should be used basing on the AEZ from which the neem leaf product is obtained and those using neem products from Karamoja dry land, should use more quantities compared to Lake Victoria Crescent AEZ
The influence of parenting styles and managerial elements on school readiness in kindergarten-aged children within a community
No full textHumanity's phase-to-phase development necessitates adept management, crucial for
community growth. Employing a quantitative research approach, this study investigates how
familial managerial elements impact children's early school readiness. It scrutinizes two
aspects: the influence of variables on parenting style within families and parenting style's
impact on school readiness. Key variables include parents’ managerial perception, family
socioeconomic status, and family involvement in kindergarten programs. Quantitative
methods, encompassing statistical tests and SPSS analysis, meticulously explore the
relationships and influences among these variables, unveiling significant effects. Importantly,
parental managerial perception positively affects parenting style, socioeconomic status, and
family involvement in kindergarten programs, quantitatively highlighting managerial
elements' impact on child development. Furthermore, a management-focused parenting style
demonstrates a direct and positive quantitative influence on children's school readiness. These
findings underscore the significance of considering managerial aspects in families as pivotal
contributors to children's educational outcomes. This rigorous quantitative approach enriches
our comprehension of these influences and informs policies and interventions, enhancing
school readiness and community development
Self-concept, parental support and academic satisfaction amongst students in selected public secondary schools in mukono municipality, mukono district
No full textxii, 74 p. ;This study examined the relationship between self-concept, parental support, and academic satisfaction of students in public secondary schools in Mukono Municipality. Using a correlational survey design, data was collected using a structured questionnaire from a random sample of 298 students, selected in three public secondary schools. Data was analysed using descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation and linear regression analysis. The findings revealed that a positive significant relationship existed between self-concept and academic satisfaction (r=29, p=.01); and between parental support and academic satisfaction (r= 407, p=. 01). Both parental support and self-concept positively predicted (β =.27, p<. 05) academic satisfaction of students. Parental support increased the contribution of self-concept to academic satisfaction. This means that, parental support is a very important factor in determining whether the self-concept of students can help them to have a positive perception of their academic lives. Therefore, ensuring good parental support can increase students' interest in academic pursuits, leading to higher academic satisfaction. It is recommended that to increase academic satisfaction and success of secondary school students, parenting programmes should be initiated on media and at community level to train parents on the skills of building their children's self-concept through their daily interactions and effectively using these interactions to mould better interest and involvement in their education
Evaluation of the effect of wetland conversion on quantitative soil properties and water quality in namutumba district, Uganda
No full textxii, 68 p. : ill. (some col.) ;There are many land use changes happening in Uganda whose impacts have not yet been well studied. This study determined the land use changes that occurred in Namutumba districts between 1988 and 2018 and determined the effect of wetland conversion on soil properties and water quality. Landsat images of resolution of 30 m were downloaded from landsat.org for a period of 30 years; 1988, 1998, 2008 and 2018. Image classification was done using Maximum Likelihood Classification and percentage change in areas under different land uses were determined for years; 1988-1998, 1998-2008 and 2008-2018. Representative soil samples and water samples were collected from cultivated wetlands and uncultivated wetlands in the different water systems of Naiyede, Mpologoma, Naigomba and Namakoko in Namutumba district. The soil and water samples were assessed for pH, organic matter (OM), nitrogen (N), phosphorous (P), potassium (K), boron (B), calcium (Ca), magnesium (Mg), copper (Cu), zinc (Zn), iron (Fe), sodium (Na), manganese (Mn), cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb), colour, total hardness (TH), total dissolved solids (TDS), total suspended solid (TSS), turbidity, nitrates (NO3-), total solids (TS), pH, alkalinity, conductivity (Co), chromium (Cr), phosphates (PO43-), chloride (Cl), Cd and sulphates (SO42-). Results of land use change indicated a reduction in areas under open water, wetlands, woodland and bush lands and increase in built up areas and wetlands. Cultivation of wetlands significantly (p0.05) affected by cultivation. It can be concluded that most of the fragile ecosystems in Namutumba District is being converted into built up areas and farmlands and it is negatively affecting some of the soil and water quality parameters. These results are crucial in informing policy makers in designing by-laws and policies for protecting fragile ecosystems such as wetlands from degradation
Using Social Media Platforms to enhance marketing of library services by staff at Hamu Mukasa Library, Uganda Christian University, Mukono.
No full textThe study focused on use of social media platforms by library staff to market library services at
Uganda Christian University, Mukono. The study objectives included; to identify the types of
library services offered by the library, social media used in marketing library services and
challenges faced by library staff. The study adopted a case study research design. The study
population consisted of 12 library staff who were selected purposively. Data was collected using
in-depth interviews and observation methods and was analyzed qualitatively using content and
thematic analysis. The study findings revealed that both traditional and online library services
were provided to patrons in the library. Various social media platforms were used for marketing
library services. Library staff faced various challenges in marketing library services using social
media; patrons had limited awareness of existing social media platforms for the library, there
was no policy to guide staff on how to use social media platforms. The library had limited
computers and related computer accessories to support provision of library services. Some
library staff also lacked the knowledge and skills to provide library services using social media.
The library Wifi was unstable and costly to be consistently used by reference library staff to
support their work. The study recommended that trainings should be organized for both library
staff and users on how to access, and retrieve information resources from the library social
media platforms. Library patrons should be informed about the library official social media
platforms. Also library management should develop a clear policy to guide staff on the use of
social media platforms in marketing library services, acquire modern computers, relevant
computer accessories and provide stable internet to support reference librarians and IT staff to
market library services and information resources in the library
Exploring investment practices of persons with disabilities in informal microfinance groups: the case of selected disability groups in Ibanda district, Uganda
No full textxi, 64 p. ;Access to informal micro finance institutions for the poor and marginalized is critical in poverty reduction. However, most persons with disabilities have no or limited access to informal micro finance institutions due to a myriad of barriers (WHO, 2015). Anecdotal evidence shows that persons with disabilities periodically consume their savings and do not invest in ventures with financial benefits and such practices may not contribute to poverty reduction (Nuwagaba, et al, 2017). Most persons with disabilities encounter difficulties running their businesses. Persons with disabilities are perceived by ordinary members and informal micro finance institutions as unable to return the borrowed money (Musinguzi, 2019). The study aimed at exploring the investment practices of persons with disabilities who save and get loans from informal micro finance groups. The study objectives were threefold: To explore the perception of persons with disabilities regarding investment, saving and borrowing from informal micro finance groups, analyze what influences persons with disabilities investment choices as individual and as group members of informal micro finance, and to explore how persons with disabilities acquire knowledge and skills they use while investing resources obtained from informal micro finance groups.
The study employed a qualitative research approach deploying a case study design. Participants of the study included: People without disabilities and persons with physical, visual, hearing, disabilities who are members of informal micro finance groups.
The study found out that, the unfavorable policies imposed by informal micro finance institution on failing to pay the borrowed funds make persons with disabilities develop a negative attitude towards their finances. Participants reported that, failure to refund the loan informal micro finance institution sells their property and others are imprisoned. Irrespective of the unfavorable policies, persons with disabilities have a positive attitude towards saving and borrowing from IMFI because of realized benefits. They reported that, through groups they have improved their savings, businesses and can now live an independent life. The persons with disabilities because of mobility and communication challenges prefer to save and invest alone. They prefer to work from or near their home to ease accessibility. However, the persons with mild disabilities prefer to work in groups with other ordinary persons due to benefits like big capital, loss sharing and support persons. Findings too reveal that, most persons with disabilities do not regularly attend group meetings, training and workshops due to their unattended needs like unmodified environment, lack of assistive devices and sign language interpreters. This leads to limited knowledge and skills in income generating activities. The little knowledge used in their business activities is acquired from informal micro finance trainings, community-based rehabilitation training and home learnings. In conclusion, there is a need for Government through the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development to work with community rehabilitation workers, community development officers and families of persons with disabilities for socio-economic empowerment. Based on the study finding, there is a need for awareness raising by disability stakeholders on what is disability, community roles responsibilities and informal micro finance opportunities. Persons with disabilities need to be supplied with assistive devices to ease mobility and communication in order to access informal micro finance services and start income generating activities for independent living
Food culture of the bagisu during the pre- colonial, colonial and post colonial eras in mbale district
No full textxiv, 157 p. : ill. (some col.) ;The plain drive for this research was to explore forces involved in the food cultural continuities and changes of the Bugisu food culture with a focus on food choices as influenced by the socio-economic and political factors in the traditions of the Bugisu culture. The study was inspired by existing literature which suggested that while culture interests and tastes were evolving, there was a cultural scholarly gap in the factors that determined food preferences, continuities, and changes in food choices, their preparation and serving in a historical perspective. Thus, the academic knowledge limitations in the food cultural choices, continuities and changes from the pre-colonial, colonial and post colonial periods which did not over emphasize on the food culture of the Bagisu, essentially inspired the current study. The research also intended to analyze the merits of food culture as related to the establishment and reinforcement of cultural relationships for harmonious societal existence. Guided by the cultural transformation theory, the study was directed by four specific objectives that comprised; The food culture of the Bagisu from pre- colonial times, how and why the cultural foods were prepared and served in a historical context, the changes and continuities in particular choice foods over time.
The case study of the research design based on a qualitative approach. Data were collected using documentary review, observation, focus groups and face-to-face oral interviews guided by interview guides. The findings established new perspectives on food culture which emphasize a new direction in research that indicates that food culture has played a central role. There’s need to emphasis the food culture to the people of Bugisu or else it may fade and lose value in the people’s lifestyle in the emerging socio-economic set-up of society