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Designing and Construction of a Traditional Hand Bellow Device.
No full textA traditional hand bellows is a manual device designed to produce a strong burst of air to fuel a fire. It typically consists of a hollow tube containing a propeller and a piston, which is manually operated. By turning the wheel connected to the axle via the piston, the air is drawn in through a hole, channeled through the tube, and directed toward the fire to intensify the flames. Hand bellows have been utilized for centuries across various cultures to control and maintain fires for purposes such as cooking, heating, and blacksmithing. The main advantage of a traditional hand bellows is its cost-effectiveness in producing a strong airflow for fire management. However, a key limitation is that once the propeller stops spinning, the airflow diminishes, reducing the fire’s intensity. The mechanism involves pushing and pulling the piston to force air through the tube, which increases the flame's intensity. Blacksmithing, an ancient craft involving the shaping and forging of metals such as iron, steel, and copper, relies heavily on tools like the bellows. Blacksmiths create diverse items, including tools, weapons, decorations, and architectural components, using techniques like hammering, bending, and cutting. The combination of bellows and burners plays a critical role in generating heat for metalworking processes globally. These devices typically comprise two main components: a flexible structure that channels air to oxidize fuel and a heat-resistant base that serves as a container for the intense heat required for metal smithing. Bellows and burners are vital in the metal industry for service delivery and income generation. However, limited attention has been given to improving the design and functionality of these tools, particularly for small-scale industries, which could benefit greatly from operational and financial advancements. This study explored the challenges in the metalworking industry related to the design and operation of bellows and burners. Using descriptive and experimental methods, the study aimed to document the procedures involved in developing a new design for these tools. Data were collected through purposive sampling from 480 respondents using interviews and observations. As a result, a mechanized, two-way operational bellows and burner system was developed, addressing the identified challenges and offering significant improvements for the metal smithing industry
Impact of Small and Medium Enterprises to Peoples’ Household Income in Kabale District: A Case Study of Kabale Municipality Kabale District.
No full textThe study examined the impact of small and medium enterprises on peoples’ household income in the Kabale district a case study of Kabale municipality Kabale district. The objectives of the study were to assess the contributions of SMEs to the development and growth of Kabale municipality, to determine the limitations for the growth of Small and Medium Enterprises in Kabale municipality, and to identify the possible solutions to the limitation of Small and Medium Enterprises in Kabale municipality. The study used a descriptive research design and data was collected using interviews and questionnaires. The study findings on the contributions of SMEs to the development and growth of Kabale municipality were; Job creation, Addressing economic, social, and racial inequalities, Sustaining the rural economy, Enhancing social cohesion and reducing social conflict and contribution to income, and poverty eradication. 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. The study recommended that Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) employ professionals to manage their businesses as this will improve their performance since these will establish and strengthen internal controls as regards financial resources to reduce mismanagement and misappropriations Small scale business operators should widen their markets so as to reduce competition this should be done by integrating market information into the planning process because marketing is the lifeblood of a competitive marketplace
Factorisation Theory in Submonoids Of (ℕ, X).
No full textThis research investigates the factorization behavior in submonoids of (ℕ, x). In particular, it identifies and describes specific submonoids of (ℕ, X) that have non-unique factorizatios of elements. Furthermore, it investigates the sets of lengths of elements in certain submonoids of (ℕ, X). For instance, we have proved the existence of atoms (irreducibles) in Hilbert`s monoid and Meyerson`s monoid giving a basic description of their sets of lengths and how they differ based on their factorization into their atoms (irreducibles) in ℕ
Effect of Alcoholism on Household Income in Katuna Town Council Kabale District.
No full textThis study was focused on the effect of alcoholism on household income in rural areas of Katuna Town Council, Kabale District, Uganda. The study employed a Descriptive research design. The study findings indicate that there causes of alcoholism were Stressed mind, Leisure, Environment, Illiteracy level of community members, Peer influence, Poverty, and Religious beliefs. 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. Most of the youth end up drinking alcohol due to peer pressure from fellow friends. The findings of the study indicate that there were effects of alcoholism on household income among the communities including loss of income, Malnutrition among children, Family conflict, marital dissatisfaction, and higher levels of famine among the community members. The majority of the respondents that were interviewed reported that loss of income which was at 35% was a major effect of alcoholism on household income in Katuna Town Council. The findings of the study indicate that there were possible intervention mechanisms for ending alcoholism in the communities as 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. Respondents who were interviewed revealed that increasing beer prices would be the best mechanism to reduce alcoholism among community members. The study recommends that; there is a need to enormously implement government policies such as the New Alcohol Control Bill 2016 of the Liquor Act, Cap. 93 which prohibits the selling of alcohol anywhere in Uganda to persons below 18 years without a license and this will reduce on alcoholic beverages to the community members which reduces their income
Effect of Gender Based Violence on Women’s Health and Wellbeing in Northern Division Kabale Municipality.
No full textThe study was about the effects of Gender Based Violence on Women’s Health and Wellbeing in the Northern Division, Kabale Municipality. The study was guided by three objectives which were: (i) to find out the forms of Gender Violence in Northern Division, Kabale Municipality, (ii) to determine the impact of Gender Violence on the well-being of people in Northern Division, Kabale Municipality, (iii) to suggest the possible measures of curbing down Gender-Based Violence in Northern Division, Kabale Municipality. A targeted population of 60 respondents was considered for the study. These included the principal town Clerk of the Northern Division, CDO, Staff, and community members. 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 a 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 there are various forms of Gender-Based Violence in the Northern Division, Kabale Municipality. These included Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Psychological Abuse, Emotional Abuse, Economic Abuse. The study findings revealed the impact of Gender Violence on the wellbeing of people in Northern Division, Kabale Municipality and these included the low economic status and poverty of women within and outside of marriage, women in abusive relationships frequently change or lose their employment. Gender Violence has also resulted in women losing time needed for productive work, Gender Violence also has an impact on girls' education, and Gender Violence often sabotages women’s efforts to gain employment, and acquire job skills. From objective three, it was found out as indicated by the respondents from Northern Division, Kabale Municipality that there are possible measures for curbing Gender Based violence in Northern Division, Kabale Municipality. These included understanding the specific root causes of GBV in each country and community, believe and supporting survivors, engaging men as allies and partners, challenging other gender norms, pay special attention to high-risk groups. The researcher concluded that there are some forms of Gender-Based Violence in the Northern Division, Kabale Municipality. These included Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Psychological Abuse, Emotional Abuse, Economic Abuse
Supervision and Employee Performance: A Case Study of Kigezi Industries Limited in Kabale District.
No full textThe purpose of this study was to examine the effect of supervision on employee performance in Kigezi Industries Limited in the Kabale district. The study was guided by the following objectives: to identify the role of supervision on employee performance in Kigezi industries, to identify the employee performance indicators in Kigezi industries, to establish the relationship between supervision and employee performanc
Factors Affecting the Teaching and Learning of English Language in Primary Schools in Kitumba Sub-County Kabale District.
No full textThe study examined the factors affecting the teaching and learning of the English language in primary schools in Kitumba Sub-County, Kabale District. It aimed at finding out the factors affecting the teaching and learning of English in Primary schools of Kitumba sub-county, Kabale district, analyzing the effect of the failed attempts to teach and learning of English in Primary schools of Kitumba sub-county, Kabale district, and examining the attitude of pupils to the teaching and learning of English in Primary schools. The study will be carried out Kitumba sub-county, Kabale district. The area is chosen because it will enhance the relevance, precision, and applicability of research findings and it’s nearer for the researcher. Both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies were employed as the research design. The study population ranged from staff members from the selected schools to pupils. Most of the respondents comprised primary teachers and head teachers from the selected schools. The study used both simple random sampling and purposive sampling procedures. The data filled in the questionnaires was copied and analyzed by tallying it and tabling it in frequency tables identifying how often certain responses occurred and later evaluation was done. The information was later recorded in terms of percentages. The recorded data was later edited and interpreted which ensured uniformity, legibility, and consistency. Also, interview results were coded on frequency tables and calculated in terms of percentages and presented in this study. Data was analyzed using various statistical techniques. Regression analysis and Pearson’s coefficient of correlation were carried out using the statistical package for social scientists (SPSS). The study findings showed that was lack of instructional materials is identified as the most significant factor affecting the teaching and learning of the English Language, as indicated by respondents other factors were Low teacher qualification/competency, Limited parental involvement, Overcrowded classrooms, Language barriers, Inadequate training on the new curriculum and poor school infrastructure. The findings obtained in the study indicated that the effect of the factors affecting the teaching and learning of English in Primary schools were reduced access to quality learning resources, ineffective teaching methods, poor Pupil outcomes, lack of support at home, decreased motivation, limited individual attention, poor classroom control, difficulty in comprehension, slower language acquisition, challenges in curriculum delivery, teacher frustration and distraction. From the study findings, it was concluded that there were several critical factors that significantly impacted the teaching and learning of the English language in primary schools. These factors, ranging from resource availability to teacher qualifications and parental involvement, collectively created an environment that could either enhance or hinder English language education. It was recommended that there is a need to allocate increased funding to ensure schools are well-equipped with necessary instructional materials, including textbooks, workbooks, and digital resources and to establish community outreach programs that emphasize the importance of parental involvement. Provide resources and training for parents to support English learning activities at home
Factors Associated with Male Partner Support During Pregnancy and Child Birth in Kabale District.
No full textBackground: Pregnancy and childbirth are natural processes but by no means risk-free. Efforts to improve maternal and child health services have been made, but poor outcomes of pregnancy and child’s birth remain high in Sub-Saharan Africa. The study sought to assess factors associated with male partner support during pregnancy and childbirth in selected public and faith-based health facilities in Kabale district in Uganda.
Methods: The study employed a descriptive cross-sectional design using a quantitative approach to assess 318 mothers using a convenience sampling method. Both predictor variables including health facility service factors, social-cultural factors, and demographics as well as support as an outcome were assessed using a semi-structured questionnaire. Quantitative data generated from the field was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics and presented in frequencies and percentages, and logistics regression was used to trace the associations between study variables and male partner support during pregnancy and childbirth at a 0.05 level of significance.
Results: The main findings of the study indicate that 216/318 (68%) had low male partner support during pregnancy and childbirth and only 102(32%) had high male partner support during pregnancy and childbirth. The study found a significant association between health-related factors and the support women receive from their male partners (OR=1.16, 95%CI: 1.08 to 1.25, p<0.001). Additionally, contextual / social-cultural-related factors were also significantly associated with the support women received from their male partners during pregnancy and childbirth (OR=1.19 95%CI: 1.03c to 1.38, p=0.017).
Conclusion: The study recommends building the capacity of health workers on male support, prioritizing the adoption of a resource package for engaging men in pregnancy and childbirth and its implementation, awareness through outreaches and media, incentives at each facility for male partners support and community engagement on male support in pregnancy and childbirth
Work Environment and Employee Performance in Rubanda District.
No full textThe study examined the work environment and performance of employees in Rubanda District. The study was guided by three objectives which were: to assess the work environment factors that influence staff performance in Rubanda district, to examine the effect of working environment on employee performance in Rubanda district, to identify the factors that affect employee performance in Rubanda district. A targeted population of 50 respondents was considered for the study. 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 about the work environment factors that influence staff performance in Rubanda district and these included air factor, temperature factor, sound factor, space factor, physical work environment, psychological work. The study findings indicated that 3(6%) of the respondents mentioned air factors among the Work environment factors that influence staff performance. Respondents agreed that air quality is a critical aspect of the work environment that affects employee health and performance. Poor indoor air quality can lead to health issues such as respiratory problems and allergies, which in turn can reduce productivity. The study findings further revealed the effect of the working environment on employee performance in the Rubanda district and these included work environment is the physical location and the environment of the workplace, workplace Flexibility, un-conducive work environment creating a feeling of un-fulfillment, psychological work Environment, the physical layout of the workplace, excessive noise can lead to distractions, stress, optimal room temperature enhances productivity and reduces stress, social Support, and Engagement. According to objective three, the study findings showed the factors that affect employee performance in Rubanda district and these included motivation, organizational culture, organizational Commitment, employees don't perform in a vacuum, employees must be qualified to perform a job in order to meet expectations, technical training by employees’ affects employee performance in most companies, organizations without clear goals are more likely to spend time on tasks, morale and company culture are both difficult to define but employees. The study findings concluded by showing the factors that affect employee performance in Rubanda district and these included motivation, organizational culture, organizational Commitment, employees don't perform in a vacuum, employees must be qualified to perform a job to meet expectations, technical training by employees’ affects employee performance in most companies, organizations without clear goals are more likely to spend time on tasks, morale and company culture are both difficult to define but employee
Portrayal of Corruption in the Novel Devil on the Cross by Ngugi wa Thiong’o.
No full textThe study examined the Portrayal of Corruption in the novel Devil on the Cross by Ngugi wa Thiong’o. The study was to be guided by the following Objectives: first, to analyze Ngugi Wa’Thiongo's portrayal of corruption in Devil on the Cross, second, to investigate the underlying causes and motivations driving the instances of corruption depicted in Devil on the Cross and third, to evaluate the impact of corruption on the lives of characters within the novel. This study employed a qualitative research design and a close reading that explored the elements of corruption in the novel Devil on the Cross by Ngugi Wa Thiongo. I used this approach to examine the text in contextual analysis and interpretation of Ngugi wa Thiong'o's idea of corruption in the novel. The research technique used was a close reading of the novel Devil on the Cross and analyzed the themes, symbols, and techniques of writing. Critical works relevant to the area of representation of corruption in post-colonial African countries were also considered. The data that was collected for the study was analyzed through close reading and textual analysis and I identified the forms of corruption in the novel Devil on the Cross by Ngugi Wa'Thiongo. In the discussion chapter, I discuss different forms of corruption which include; nepotism, bribery, fraud corruption, moral corruption, political corruption, and extortion as portrayed in Devil on the Cross. I also discuss the causes and motivations driving the instances of corruption in the novel as well as the impacts of corruption on the lives of characters in the novel