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Cultural identity and learning of amakondeere music among the Baganda in Kassanda district, central Uganda
(Kyambogo University (Unpublised work), 2024-11) Kibuuka, Moreen
This study investigated how cultural identity influences learning of amakondeere music, a traditional royal gourd trumpet of the Baganda people, within Kassanda District. It focused on understanding how a sense of belonging to the Baganda culture impacts individuals' interest in learning and performing amakondeere music and how this can inform music education in schools. Given that, the performance of amakondeere music is on a great decline, which possess a great threat of extinction to such rich cultural heritage, this study resurrects the significance of amakondeere music, bringing to mind its contribution to music education in Uganda. In particular, this study aimed at establishing how participation in cultural practices enhances learning of amakondeere music, by paying close attention to the role of customs and traditions in the learning process. The study also explores how language and other cultural values contribute to the transmission of amakondeere music in Kassanda District, Central Uganda. A phenomenological research design was employed to capture participants' lived experiences. Data was collected through interviews, focus group discussions, and observations of amakondeere engagements, then transcribed, translated, and thematically analyzed. The analysis revealed that children and youths in Kassanda learn amakondeere music as part of their cultural identity, with learning being reserved for males of all ages and social statuses from the Nnyonyi-Nnakinsige clan. It is a holistic process, where learners must know how to craft, play, and maintain the instruments. Amakondeere learning engagements emphasizes okukolera awamu (working together), where experts mentor novices through hands-on learning and observation. The process is culturally meaningful, driven by a passion for improving both individual and community well-being. Luganda language, customs, beliefs, obulombolombo (rituals), and emizizo (taboos) are integral to learning, as they embed a sense of identity and encourage participation. Based on the findings, the study recommends that music educators recognize the importance of cultural identity in motivating learning. Buganda kingdom officials, the National Curriculum Development Center (NCDC), and schools need to collaborate with the amakondeere music community in Kassanda to integrate amakondeere music and other similar cultural music forms in the curriculum, to expand career opportunities for aspiring musicians. Additionally, there is a need for royal authorities to collect and archive amakondeere music for future reference.
The potential of using different substrates in producing black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) larvae used as a feed supplement in livestock production
(Kyambogo University (Unpublised work), 2024-03) Wamboga, Milton
A study was conducted on potential of using substrates in producing Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae used as feed supplement in livestock production. The objectives were to: establish the nutrient composition substrates; determine the influence of selected substrate types and quantities on growth of BSF larvae; determine the influence of selected substrate types and quantities on protein of BSF larvae. Nutrient composition was determined by testing for crude protein (CP), carbohydrates and crude fat. Growth was determined by measuring weight and length of BSF larvae. Laboratory analysis of protein was used to determine protein of the larvae. Data were analyzed using a two-way Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) and Lowest Significant Difference (LSD) used to separate means. Across substrates, Mixed substrate (MS) recorded the highest crude protein, carbohydrate and crude fat as follows; 7.33%, 45% and 9.60% respectively. Brewers’ waste (CONTROL) also recorded high values for crude protein, carbohydrate and crude fat as follows; 12.07%, 58.7% and 9.0% respectively. Brewers’ waste (CONTROL), Jack fruit waste (JFW) and Mixed substrates (MS) recorded the highest length of the larvae of 10.06%, 10.30% and 11.33% respectively (P<0.05), at 750g and 1000g of substrates. MS and JFW had the highest weight of 0.318g/FM and 0.212g/FM respectively (P<0.05), at 1000g of substrate. BW and MS had the highest Survival rate (SR) of 96.19% and 96.01% respectively (P<0.05). According to the values, CONTROL had higher CP compared with RC of 19.19% and 17.89% respectively (p<0.05). The findings showed that MS and RC significantly influenced growth and protein of BSF larvae respectively.
Contract management and value for money in health centre IIIs construction works in uganda. A case of Tororo district local government and Tororo municipal council in Tororo district
(Kyambogo University (Unpublised work), 2024-11) Eroni, Deogracias
This study sought to examine the relationship between contract management and value for money in the construction of health center IIIs in Tororo District covering Tororo District Local Government and Tororo Municipal Council. The objectives which guided the study were; to examine the relationship between contract implementation plan and value for money, to assess the relationship between contract monitoring and value for money, and to evaluate the relationship between contract completion schedule and value for money. The Principal Agency theory and institutional theory guided this study since these two theories resonated well with the study variables. The researcher used a cross sectional research design, in which both Quantitative and Qualitative research approaches were employed. The study population consisted of; accounting officers, PDU staff, Members of the user department, the contract managers/supervisors, contractors and the contracts committee members. The study population was 98 respondents from which a sample of 92 respondents was chosen (86 for quantitative and 6 respondents for qualitative). For quantitative study, 84 respondents returned the questionnaires constituting 97.6% response rate while for qualitative study, whereas for qualitative study only 4 respondents gave their responses during the interview sessions out of the targeted 6 respondents giving a response rate of 66.7%. The overall response rate for both qualitative and quantitative studies was 82.2%. The findings revealed a moderate and positive relationship between contract implementation plan and value for money (r = 0.625**, beta=.18.7, p<.05), the study also revealed that contract monitoring and value for money have a strong, positive and significant relationship (r=.729**, beta=.547, p<.05). Relatedly, a moderate and positive relationship was discovered between contract completion schedule and value for money was established (r=.506**, beta=.093, p<.05). The findings from the regression analysis further revealed that contract management (contract implementation plan, contract monitoring and contract completion schedule) account for 54.6% of value for money in TDLG. The remaining 45.4% was accounted by other factors outside the scope of this study. The researcher recommends that TDLG and TMC should ensure prompt payment of suppliers, regular supervision, use skilled staff in management of contracts and adopting an electronic system in which contractors with multiple contracts can be identified early. Also there is need to increase the staff in the engineering/works department and need to employ at least one technical person monitor of government contracts at each sub county to help supervise construction works to enable the local government attain value for money.
Socio-economic utilisation and macropropagation of upas tree, Antiaris toxicaria Lesch: a case study of Mabira central forest reserve, Uganda
(Kyambogo University (Unpublished work), 2024-07) Ntawubizigira, Emmanuel
Upas tree (Antiaris toxicaria Lesch) is a monoecious and medicinal tree species belonging to the Moraceae family. In various countries, the tree is known for its medicine, plywood, and veneer. In some countries, over-exploitation, degradation of habitats, and environmental challenges have been decreasing its population size. Various socio-economic and disturbance factors are negatively affecting the seedling regeneration of Upas tree in Mabira Central Forest Reserve. The present research contributes to its sustainable utilization, increase in propagation, conservation, and livelihood improvement. The main objective of this research study was to assess the socio-economic utilization of Upas tree and establish macropropagation as an alternative strategy for its regeneration and conservation. The present study employed a Cross-Sectional Research Design and a factorial experiment by using a Completely Randomized Design with 2 factors, notably cutting media and plant growth hormone treatment. A semi-structured questionnaire, supplemented by the researcher’s participant observations was used during data collection. Purposive selection of 2 divisions of Buikwe district, 10 villages from the Divisions, and a random selection of 410 households were done. A total of 160 cuttings of Upas tree were collected from Mabira Central Forest Reserve and planted into 4 different cutting media, each with 40 cuttings with a half treated with a rooting hormone. The experiment was done with 2 treatments. IBM SPSS software was employed, while χ2 and descriptive statistics were used for data analysis. Residence duration (p-value: 0.000), Occupation (p-value: 0.002), and household monthly income (p-value: 0.028) were significantly associated with the utilization of the multipurpose tree (all p-values<5%). Illegal tree cutting (28.8% at SD: 3.328) was the highest affecting and the most worrying disturbance factor of the tree’s regeneration. The best cutting medium was the forest top soil, while rooting hormone had no effect on the rooting system of the cuttings. The overall survival, sprouting, and rooting of cuttings of the macropropagation experiment was 15 %, 3.75 %, and 0 % respectively. There is a possibility of macro propagation of the tree if the experiment is improved, primarily by increasing stimulation of root formation. The cutting media: only forest topsoil and a combination of forest topsoil, sand, charcoal dust, and saw dust should be preferred for the subsequent experiments. Further socio-economic and propagation studies are needed for other important medicinal trees of the forest. It is recommended that cuttings should be treated with different rooting hormones at various concentrations and planted directly. There is a need to study other propagation techniques on the tree. National Forest Authority should put more effort into the management of the Mabira forest reserve through its protection, promotion of the tree’s domestication, and restoration of the forest, mainly focusing on the conservation of important tree species like the A.toxicaria Lesch.
Keywords: Socio-economic, Antiaris toxicaria Lesch, Utilisation, Disturbance factor, Mabira Central Forest Reserve, Conservation, and Macropropagation.
Assessing occupational safety and health hazards at workplaces in Uganda : a case of four engineering materials testing laboratories
(Kyambogo University (Unpublished work), 2024-07) Lusundo, Moses Fred
Workplaces in Uganda are mandated to satisfy the requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), 2006 regarding the Occupational Safety and Health of workers. Despite of the above, many workplaces in Uganda including Engineering Materials Testing Laboratories have continued not to satisfy the above requirements.
Although different strategies to manage OSH risks have been devised and several entities like Safety committees and Ministry of Gender Labour and Social OSH in engineering materials testing laboratories has remained a challenge; thereby exposing staff and visitors to the laboratories to serious OSH hazards including physical injuries and long-term health risks like cancer. It is these compliance gaps that this study is set to examine, using the case of Engineering Materials Laboratory EML), Central Materials Laboratory (CML), Geotechnical Foundation Services Ltd (GFS) and Geotechnical Engineering and Technology Laboratory Ltd (GET). The study used both quantitative and qualitative research designs. Quantitative data collection was supported by the use of questionnaires with closed ended questions administered to 60 respondents and then qualitative data, by use of an interview guide.
The study findings indicate that for all laboratories, risks due to chemical hazards ranked highest, followed by risks due to accident hazards. Risks due to physical hazards ranked third for EML as opposed to risks due to ergonomics and psychosocial factors that ranked third for CML, GFS and GET. Risks due to ergonomics and social factors ranked lowest for EML as opposed to risks due to physical hazards factors that ranked lowest for CML, GFS and GET. Consequently, the assessment of the level of compliance to Uganda’s OSH regulatory framework indicated that GET, GFS, EML and CML were 88%, 83.4%, 79.7% and 76% compliant respectively, implying that there are still gaps in the implementation of OSHA, 2006. In conclusion, the study attributes these gaps to inadequate financial resources allocated for OSH operations and laxity in implementing OSH management strategies by the various key players among others.