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Item Risk factors for helminth infections and effects of participatory hygiene and sanitation transformation on intestinal helminths in children under five in Luweero district, Uganda(Makerere University (unpublished work), 2006-03) Dumba RobinahLuweero district health records reveal high cases of intestinal worm infections that take third or fourth position among the top IO diseases in the out-patient diagnoses. Helminthiasis has caused morbidity ranging from 5.0% to 9% in recent years 1997 to 2004 in the under fives in the district. Despite this position, neither the cause of the high prevalence nor the impact of any intervention had been investigated. A three-phased study to assess the effect of Participatory Hygiene and Sanitation Transformation methodology (PHAST) on intestinal helminths in children less than five years was therefore carried out in 19 villages of Luweero district in Uganda, for 3 years ending April 2003. Phase l was a cross-sectional descriptive baseline survey that investigated the prevailing helminth status and risk factors that promote helminth transmission. Stools from 727 children were examined for presence of helminth ova using Kato/Katz technique and questionnaires administered to all respondents. Phase 2 investigated the viability of PHAST intervention in controlling helminthiasis: PHAST training was conducted thrice in the experimental villages while all the subjects in the study were dewormed with a single oral dose of 400-mg albendazole depending on age. Phase 3 was a follow up on the effect of the intervention. Overall, there was a prevalent rate of27.6% (201/727) of children in(ected with helminth ova; with an arithmetic mean of965.0 eggs per gram of faeces (epg). Out of201 children, 82.0% were infected with Ancylostoma duodenale and/or Necator americanus, 18.9% with Ascaris lumbricoides, 7.0% with Trichuris trichiura, 1.0% with Enterobius vermicularis, and 0.5% with Hymenolepis nana. Risk factors strongly associated with helminth infections included methods of anal cleaning, methods of hand washing after Latrine visits: maintenance of compounds and latrines, rearing of pigs as well as age of the subjects.Item Tobacco and Christianity a case study on the impact of tobacco growing on Anglican Christianity in Madi/West Nile diocese(Kyambogo University {un published work}, 2007-06) Tayua Simei, NelsonThe study highlights the impact of growth of tobacco on the Anglican Church, in Madi West Nile Diocese and in Arua District in particular from 1940s up to today. Chapter one focuses on the general introduction of the study, it clarifies the aim of the study, its importance, the methods used for the study and problems encountered during the research. Chapter two focuses on the growth of tobacco in Madi Nile west Nile Diocese and in Arua District in particular. It covers the whole season from sowing the seeds in the nursery beds, transplanting and maintaining the crops in the field, harvesting and curing the tobacco leaves. It also highlights the pests and diseases of tobacco and their control. The purpose of this chapter is to show the intensity of work in Tobacco growing. Chapter three talks about the impact of tobacco, not only on the Christians, but on the whole community in Madi/West Nile diocese and Arua district in particular. In the chapter is mentioned the positive and negative impacts of tobacco and the various diseases caused by tobacco, i.e. lung cancer etc. caused by the use of tobacco, mainly caused by smoking. Chapter four focuses on the different responses/attitudes of the different groups of people to the existence and growth of tobacco in Arua district. This includes attitudes and the preaching of the church. Chapter five as the end of-1he study, comprises of conclusions and suggestions or recommendations. It covers the positive and negative impacts of tobacco growing in Madi/ West Nile Diocese. On the positive side, tobacco growing in Madi/ West Nile diocese has led to education of some people. Some money and vehicles have been brought into the Diocese because of the presence of tobacco in Arua district. has also negative impacts in Madi /West Nile Diocese and in Arua district in particular, such as deforestation, and change of weather. There is also misuse ofItem Assessment of health-related fitness status of 6-9 Year old primary school pupils in Mukono and Wakiso districts, central Uganda(Kenyatta University (unpublished work), 2010-11) Nsibambi, Constance A. NDespite a world-wide increase in health-related diseases and conditions among children, little information is known about the children's health-related fitness status in Uganda. Assessment of the fitness status of pupils aged between 6 and 9 years in Mukono and Wakiso districts in central Uganda was conducted using physical fitness testing. The study also determined their level of engagement in physical activities. A cross-sectional survey research design was used to assess four health-related fitness components. These were cardiovascular endurance using a 9-minute run test, body composition using BMI method, low back flexibility using the sit and reach test and abdominal muscular strength/ endurance using the s it up test. The target population comprised of 25,500 school children drawn from public and private schools. Four thousand pupils formed the sample for the study. The actual sample consisted of 1929 pupils with 922 day scholars and 1,007 in boarding schools. Data was analysed using frequencies, percentages, means and standard deviation and one way analysis of variance at 0.05 level of significance. The AAHPERD (1980) percentiles and the WHO (2007) CDC-BMI for sex- age-growth charts percentiles to determine the fitness status of the pupils. The results showed that out of the 922 day scholars 250 (27. l %) had weak cardiovascular endurance, 27 (2.9%) were underweight, while 58 (6.3%) were overweight, 29 (3.1 %) were obese; 707 (76.7%) had poor flexibility and 798 (86.5%) had weak abdominal muscles. On the other hand, out of the l 007 pupils in boarding schools 307 (30.5%) had weak cardiovascular endurance, 50 (5%) were underweight, while 79 (7.8%) were overweight, 50 (5%) were obese, 824 (81.8%) had poor flexibility and 814 (80.9%) had weak abdominal muscles. The results revealed significant differences in cardiovascular endurance, body composition and abdominal muscular strength/endurance between day and boarding pupils (p>0.05) with day scholars having higher mean distance run scores, lower mean BMI scores and lower mean sit up scores. There were no significant differences in the mean sit and reach scores between day and boarding pupils. However, majority of pupils achieved the recommended standard for the cardiovascular endurance and normal body composition. There were also significant gender differences in all the health-related fitness components. The boys had higher mean distance run scores, lower mean BMI scores, lower mean sit and reach scores and higher mean sit up scores. This implies that more boys had better cardiovascular endurance, normal weight and better muscular strength/endurance than girls. On the other hand, more girls were flexible than boys. The study revealed that the pupils demonstrated poor health-related fitness status especially in abdominal muscular endurance and low back flexibility. The study al so revealed that most pupils met the recommended 60 minutes of daily physical activity although the activities they engaged in were not appropriate enough to develop most of the health related fitness components. It is recommended that more physical activities that develop the health-related fitness should be integrated in the school curriculum and children need to engage in more active behaviours.Item Learner support systems in enhancing the delivery of distance learning programmes for in-service teacher education in Uganda: the case of Kyambogo University(Kenyatta University (unpublished work), 2011-05) Otto, Aron YonaThe focus of this research study was on learner support systems in enhancing the delivery of distance learning programmes for in-service teacher education in Uganda: the case of Kyambogo University. The study recognizes the development of distance learning in Uganda in general and the use of distance learning in improving the training of teachers in particular. The study stresses the need for better trained teachers whose roles are changed from being expositors to that of facilitators of learning activities. Such teachers must be provided with an educational environment which is conducive to learning, replete with resources of various kinds, print-based, audio visual, ICT and mechanical devices where possible to support such learners. This study was carried out in nine Primary Teachers' Colleges co-coordinating centres. These are: Kibuli, Busuubizi, Nkokonjeru, CTK Gulu, Lodonga, Kabwangasi, Bukedea, lbanda and Kiyoora. The research design used was cross-sectional survey. This design helped the researcher to gather information from different categories of samples at the same time. The primary data was collected by use of questionnaires, interview and observation tools. The secondary data was obtained from reference books, magazines, journals, periodicals and internet materials. A total of 420 respondents were used for the study. The data collected were analysed using both qualitative and quantitative methods in an inter-complementary manner. Qualitative analysis was used to analyse views of the respondents, while quantitative data were entered into the computer and analysis was done using computer statistical package for social sciences (SPSS). The results of the study revealed a number of challenges associated with learner support system in enhancing the delivery of distance learning programmes at Kyambogo University. The key challenges the study identified were, lack of provision of a variety of learner support services, poor facilitation skills by lecturers, lack of library uses by the distance learners, poor co-ordination of the distance learning activities between Kyambogo University and the PTC co-coordinating centres, delay in release of results and lack of Government involvement in supporting distance education programmes in Uganda. In view of these challenges, key recommendations were made, notable are that, Kyambogo University should review its learner support services to improve programme delivery systems, study materials be provided in time for the distance learners to access, staff training in distance education should be enhanced and effective guidance and counseling services be provided to improve support services. Prompt release of results to the distance learners should be done timely to encourage them to work harder in their studies. Above all, practical work and library facilities should be made available for the learners and facilitators to access and utilize in order to improve teaching and learning at a distance.Item Higher educational programmes in the development of Uganda cases of development studies programmes of Uganda martyrs and Makerere universities(Uganda Martyrs University (unpublished work), 2011-06) Lubaale, GraceThe study is on the Higher Educational programmes in the development of Uganda. This is because in recent years, Higher Education (HE) has received considerable attention from major development agents like the World Bank, governments, public and private sector agents plus families having been widerrated for some time yet vital in the area of training human resource and research. In Uganda, enrolment in HE has increased more than 1000 % in the last three decades with more than 200 programmes in the 28 universities by 2008. The study specifically focuses on the Development Studies (OS) programmes of UMU and MUK whose graduates are meant to propel development in Uganda yet gaps in the development process are still evident. Tben:fore, the study aimed at examining the curriculum, pedagogy, assessment, contributions, challenges and opportunities of OS programmes in the development of Uganda. Both qualitative and quantitative approaches were employed so as to provide the necessary triangulation for getting a more composite data to articulate better the findings. Further, a descriptive research design specifically a case study was adopted in order to secure in-depth data regarding OSprogrammes and graduates. The study used a sample size of 24S respondents using research instruments of a semi-stJUCtured questionnaire, interview guide, discussion guide, and check list. The study found out that graduates are making contributions to the development of Uganda panly because of HE. However, there are still gaps in the development process which graduates have not been able to close because of the limitations in the curriculum, pedagogy and assessment techniques,and the existence of internal and external challenges affecting them. The study identified the following opportunities for OS programmes as; a new area of study, able to attract sponsorship, wide range of employment opportunities, and increased number of applicants. The study made the following recommendations ; improve on the inputs process-outputs of education, scholastic materials, establish a development Think Tank, tighten admission criteria, academic staff, and tutor-students mentoring. The study concludes by recommending for curriculum review which will reflect the cognitive, affective and psychomotor domains in order to produce more competent graduates for the development of Uganda.Item The challenges facing the clergy of church of Uganda Case study: Mukono diocese (1984-2010)(Kyambogo University (un published work), 2011-11) Kiwanuka, Dunstan MazingaThe study set out to identify the major cultural background in relation with the challenges faced by the clergy in Mukono Diocese, as well as to establish their plausible remedies. By their social status, Clergy are a special spiritual group in society who are expected to help the community meet their social, physical and spiritual needs. However, the many challenges have not enabled the clergy in Mukono Diocese to play their social role very effectively. Chapter one discussed the background of the study, mission statement of the Diocese, role and position of the clergy, statement of the problem, Hypotheses, Objectives of the study, Scope, significance of the study, Literature review, methodology, research limitations and delimitations, as well as defined the operational key terms of the study. Chapter two discussed the major ethnic group and early missionary activities. Focus was put in the origins, religion, economy, marriage, death and social characteristics of the Baganda. The early missionary work in Uganda was also taken note of especially the Diocese of Uganda (1897-1961), the province of the church of Uganda, and the number of church of Uganda adherents as given by the 2002 population census. Chapter three discussed the financial and administrative challenges of the clergy in Mukono Diocese. Here the researcher's main emphasis was put on the causes of these challenges in the Diocese. Chapter four discussed the pastoral challenges of the clergy. These are challenges that arise out of the clergy's attitudes towards their career, how they relate with theirItem Changing gender relations and poverty levels in Uganda during the 1979-2007 war: a case study of Madi people of North West Nile(Dar es salaam University (unpublished work), 2013-11) Kenyi, Gowon LawrenceThe study examined Changing Gender Relations and Poverty Levels in Uganda during 1979- 2007 wars. Overall, the study examined the extent to which the series of the prolonged war affected gender relations and poverty levels among the Madi people of North West Nile Uganda. More specifically, the study examined three aspects namely, pre- war socioeconomic political structures and poverty levels, changes in gender relations and poverty level and gender related constraints and challenges and coping strategies adopted. The study used a case study research design to closely investigate social gender relations and poverty levels. The study used both quantitative and qualitative research methods to establish correlations between key variables included in the specific objectives. A total sample size of 324 respondents including 20 leaders and officials were involved. Purposive and simple random sampling techniques were used to select respondents. The study used documentary review, questionnaires, in-depth face to face interviews, focus group discussion and key informants to provide information for the study. Overall, study findings revealed that the prolonged wars affected gender relations and poverty levels negatively at both household and community levels. Specifically, study findings revealed that patriarchal gender relations in pre-war Madi society denied women access to resources, education, credit facilities, employment and information and women participation in political activities. The wars challenged patriarchal gender identity and relations; it offered women new economic opportunities and greater responsibilities. However women gained relative economic autonomy through entrepreneur activities. Both men and women faced serious challenges during the wars and both adopted various coping strategies to respond to these challenges. The study concluded that gender relations can positively change despite the negative effect of the wars, poverty can be fought and challenges educated Madi people about new livelihood and new life style. Finally the study recommends sensitization of both men and women about changes in gender relations and poverty levels in war situation. The study contributes new knowledge about gender analysis in pre - war situations and impact of war on socio cultural gen.d er related changes. However the study recommends further research into male ego and masculinity identity crisis in war situation.Item The challenges of HIV/AIDS epidemic: a case study of Namirembe Diocese, church of Uganda, 1992 – 2012.(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2013-11) Kabanda, Paul RichardAn investigation of the Challenges of HIV and AIDS was conducted in Namirembe Diocese - church of Uganda. The Diocese of Namir'en1be is the oldest Diocese in the Anglican Church of the Province of Uganda. lt covers the districts of Wakiso, Kalangala (Ssese Islands) and most parts of Kampala, with 6 Archdeaconries & one Deanery, 57 Parishes, and 342 local congregations (churches). Namirembe Diocese shares boundaries with Luweero Diocese in the North, Mukono Diocese in the East and South East, in the South; it is bordered by West Buganda and Central Buganda Dioceses, in the West it is bordered by Mityana Diocese. The major Variables in the study included; Diocesan responses in terms of caring for People Living with AIDS, Support offered to HIV and AJDS Carriers in the Diocese, Church activities that PLWA are engaged in and the Diocesan involvement in HJV and AlDS activities. In order to investigate a descriptive research design was used. Methods of data Collection included; Discussions, Questionnaires and interviews as primary sources of data Collection. Documentary method and Observation methods were the ones used as secondary sources. Results indicated that HIV and AIDS awareness and Prevention strategies are very much promoted by Namirembe Diocese through various activities, 42% are health Centers that offer services on behalf of the Diocese, 18% are activities promoting Abstinence, Behavioral Change, being faithful to one trusted partner. 12% are activities promoted through Music, Dance and Drama, 4% use Sports as a medium, and 24% through training and educative seminars. Activities done in relation to HIV and AIDS programs were noted at 42% as prevention (Behavioral Change Communication, Peer education, promotion of ABC). 17 .8% as Awareness through various activities like, Information Education and Communication tools distribution; Drama, Music, Sports and Dance. Voluntary Counseling and testing was at 14.1 % this involves Voluntary Testing, and Counseling of people.Item The Islamic influence on Christianity in Uganda a case study of Kampala district (1962-2013)(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2013-12) Mwizerwa, EbedThis research analyses the Islamic influence on Christianity in Uganda, a case of Kampala District. It was based on three objectives: To assess practices used by Muslims to influence Christians, analyze the main Islamic doctrines that have influenced Christians and to identify areas of cooperation between Muslims and Christians in Uganda, through which the former have influenced the latter. This study employs qualitative to investigate the said topic. Using a cross sectional research design: a sample of one hundred (100) respondents was studied through self-administered questionnaires and informal interviews. The researcher used observation, he was able to get information using critical eye and it helped him to get more facts. He also used books, websites, journals and unpublished materials. In respect to the objectives, the study found out that, Muslims use their practices to influence Christians like generosity to people they live within the community, their brotherhood and solidarity attract non-Muslims to their faith, offering scholarships, influencing Islamic culture to non Muslims in Institutions of learning and open air preaching and debates. Islamic religion requires Muslims to do the above and this challenged Christians also to wake up and do the same in their various denominations. Some Islamic doctrines have also influenced Christians like teaching about prayers, fasting, and oneness of God (monotheism) that Jesus is not son of God, teaching about marriage. Such doctrines have been used to undermine Christianity however Christians have been revived in their ministry especially in apologetics because Muslims have converted some non Muslims through their teachings. The following have been areas of cooperation between Muslims and Christians and how the former have, influenced the latter was discussed: Campaign against HIV/AIDS have been used by promoting circumcision which is one of the Islamic practices. Having radio/Television shows and Muslims emphasizing halal food. Discussion and think tank are used by Muslims to air out their Islamic ideology. Helping each other in time of calamities by Muslims especially those willing to convert to Islam. Muslims banning teaching Divinity is some schools. Marriage ceremonies, Cultural functions, Fundraisings, National events and interfaith prayers have been organized by leaders of both religions. ln such functions Muslim wishes are adhered to like avoiding drinking alcohol and eating pork. Recommendations made include: treating each other equally, developing of income generating activities, guidance and counseling, genuine friendship, Human rights to be respected, learning and respecting other people's cultures, emphasizing family planning and net working with other development partners.Item Socio-economic empowerment of women in west Pokot District for the period 1963-2011.(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2014-10) Cherotich, Miliarket CarolineThere are few women who have been employed in governmental offices as head of departments for example in education, agricultural officers, and commissioners among others. This is contributed mainly by low level of education and in job opportunities which is controlled and dominated by men. Religiously, West Pokot women have not been empowered because most of the church teachings and doctrines undermines women and consider them to be weaker sex. They are supposed to be subordinate to their husbands. Men are represented to be head. This has made women to be seen as inferior and not supposed to participate in leadership roles of the church or contribute to decision making of affairs of the church. The current study sought to unearth the socio-economic barriers to women empowerment in West Pokot District. The specific objectives were: To examine the existing cultural setup structures among Pokots that hinder women empowerment; to analyze non-cultural factors that hinder women empowerment in West Pokot District; to establish the role of the church in empowering of women in West Pokot District; and to suggest possible solutions to the socio-economic factors that hinder empowerment of women in West Pokot District. The study adopted a descriptive survey design. Data was collected from male and female adults in West Pokot district using questionnaires, focus group discussions and document analysis. Data was analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistical techniques that include means, percentages, frequencies and the hypothesis was tested using chi-square. The dissertation is organized into six chapters. The first chapter is the introduction, chapter two presents general information of the respondents, chapter three, four and five covers cultural set up structures, non-cultural factors and role of the church respectively. Chapter six is the conclusion and recommendations based on the findings of the study. The findings indicate that cultural beliefs and practices, female genital mutilation and forced marriage, hinders women participation while a few said that it does not affect women participation. Further, gender discrimination and religious rituals are barriers to women participation. It was also established that inadequate finance, low level of education, and ignorance affects women participation. However majority of the respondents disagreed that women do not participate in income generating activities and neither do they have professional skills but a few agreed that they do not participate in income generating activities and do not have professional skills. It is anticipated that the study findings will help women to un-earth the obstacle that have hindered the empowerment of women. The finding of the study will help the Kenyan government and politicians to work towards the implementation of the policies and laws that were designed to help in empowering women. The findings will help non-governmental organizations (NGO's) to identify priority areas in which they can participate in the process of empowering women. Finally the findings of the study will serve as a basis for future inquiry on the related topics on women empowerment.Item The phenomenon of oppression of women and the cultural, religious practices and teachings: a case study of Bushenyi district(Kyambogo University (unpublished work), 2014-12) Abamwesiga, ArabellaThis study investigated the oppression of women in the case study area-Bushenyi District. ln chapter one, the dissertation identified the back ground of the study, the statement of the problem, hypothesis, objectives, scope and the significance of the study, review of related literature, methodology, constraints, solutions and the definition of the terms. All over the world, women have been oppressed, abused physically, emotionally, socially, economically and in all aspects of life. Despite some laws put forward to protect the human rights and existence of formal education, the study revealed that still women experience oppression of various forms. For instance beatings harr The researcher therefore discovered this problem worldwide, on country level that is in (Uganda) and District level (Case study of Bushenyi District). The population of the study comprised of women, men, church leaders, probation officer and Local councils. The researcher used both qualitative and quantitative approaches of data collection. The tools used in data collection were questionnaires, oral interviews, focus group discussion, observation and document review. The researcher was guided by both main and specific objectives of the study as categorized in different chapters of the study. The first specific objective of the study was discussed in chapter two as it examined the existing oppressive cultural beliefs and practices among Banyankole in Bushenyi District. That is oppressive taboos, proverbs and sayings. The second objective of the study in chapter three identified the effects of oppression of women in Bushenyi District, for example; loss of self-esteem, poverty, diseases, divorce and separation, hatred and death. The study showed the third specific objective in chapter four as; the paradoxical nature of religious teachings on oppression of women. These included; both New and Old Testament teachings in the bible, the Islamic teachings that encourage and discourage oppression of women. Chapter five of the study found out the possible solutions to women oppression in Bushenyi District as stated as the fourth specific objective of the study. The study discovered that there is oppression of women in Bushenyi District. It was also found out that the cause of oppression of women is mainly due to upbringing and oppressive cultural beliefs and practices. There were also other ways of oppression of women like some religious teachings and modern ways like due to technology, media, education, employment.Item Women empowerment and the catholic church pastoral programme: a case study of lugazi diocese.(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2014-12) Reginah, Nantongo Emilly (SR)This study was an evaluation of Lugazi Diocesan pastoral program on women empowerment in the light of the components of women empowerment. It entailed the fact that the dominant subordinate model of male and female relations characterizes most societies throughout Uganda, this research therefore sought to know the position of women following the Lugazi Diocesan policies based on the equality-complementarity model in contrast to the dominant subordinate model which suppresses Women. The specific objectives of this research involved: elaboration of the components of women empowerment, evaluation of Lugazi Diocesan pastoral program on Women empowermentin the light of the components of women empowerment, and suggesting solutions for a better realization of women empowerment in Lugazi. This study employed the following methods in a bid to achieve those objectives: the qualitative and quantitative, purposeful sampling and research instruments like: the use of questionnaires, interviews, discussion, focus group discussion, documentary analysis among others. The findings of this research revealed that, provisions I policies have been put in place for women in Lugazi to be empowered. On the other side, although the Church advocates for gender equality, patriarchal patterns of governance are still active in the leadership structure, a fact that needs re-visiting for true empowerment to be actualized. The conclusions and recommendations of the study suggested that: to have a fair community and empower women requires the transformation of the mindset of both women and men to view themselves as equal partners in the household of God. Besides; women are not seeking primarily to rule over men but to work with them in just collaboration according to each individual's capabilities. Added to the above, women cannot experience empowerment without the simultaneous liberation of men from their patriarchal standards, therefore complementarity and mutuality rather than contradiction and competition with men are key remedies. So, the general recommendations of this research included: the aspect of balancing the gap, liberation from the patriarchal culture, net-working among women, enhancement of self-worth, partnership void of misguided competition, building of the sense of self-esteem, use of the evangelizing mission of Jesus, encouragement of full participation, among others.Item The destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah revisited: military and political reflections(Old Testament Essays, 2015) Wabyanga, Robert KulobaThat Sodom and Gomorrah in Genesis have been a subject of constant cognitive itch is a truism rather than fiction. Aware that the HB is an ideological text, the story of Jordan states notably Sodom and Gomorrah may need further reflections outside sexual frontlines but from the perspectives of political dynamics of the ANE. This paper explores Sodom and Gomorrah as a political and military story that turned theological and ideological. I opine that the fire that razed Sodom and Gomorrah could have been the result of military invasion(s). What is however intriguing is the interest of the biblical writer: at what points would the military or political afterlife of Sodom and Gomorrah meet with the ideological interests of the Bible writer? What interests does the writer have in Sodom and Gomorrah that he finds it necessary not only to conceal the historical reality but also invent ideas and imageries of Sodom and Gomorrah as condemned cities? The paper employs Clines' and Exum's strategies of reading against the grain and defragmenting the stories. In this case, the different stories of Sodom and Gomorrah in chs. 10, 13, 14, 18 and 19 are read critically and in conversation with each other.Item Youth ministry in the mainstream churches in Wakiso district(Kyambogo University (un published work), 2016-07) Bbosa, Esau Kimanje (rev)This study investigated the Youth Ministry in the mainstream churches in Wakiso District. The study was based on finding out the programs and the aims which the mainstream churches have in place for the youth; establish the contributions of the existing youth ministry to the youth in the mainstream churches; finding out the challenges of youth ministry in the mainstream churches and suggesting solutions to the challenges of youth ministry in the mainstream churches. A combination of both qualitative and quantitative designs was employed. But the dominant design in this study was qualitative. A total of 204 respondents were involved. A purposeful sampling method was used in selecting the sample as it was ideal and it ensured getting information from resourceful persons. The Primary data was collected using questionnaires, interview guide and focus di scussion groups while secondary data was obtained from written documents and internet. Data was analyzed using descriptive means. The study findings are of both theoretical and practical significance to the following: the parents benefit from the study, because the findings equip them with knowledge of giving their children a good spiritual foundation, which in tum wi ll result into a big number of the youth in the church. The findings are of benefit to the Pastors and other Church leaders as they are provided with information of carrying out attractive and effective ministry to the youths. Students and scholars who will carry out related studies will benefit from the findings by getting the needed background information to their studies. The findings of the study wi ll also be of benefit to the general society because when the church handles the youth properly their morals will improve, thus raising well behaved citizens. The findings from the research show that there are programs and the aims which the mainstream churches have in place for the youth; there are established contributions of the existing youth ministry to the youth in the mainstream churches; there are challenges of youth ministry in the mainstream churches and suggested recommendations to the challenges of youth ministry in the mainstream churches were given.Item 2007 post election violence and the response of Seventh-day Adventist church: a case study of Eldoret east district, Kenya(Kyambogo University(Un published work), 2016-10) Ogaro, Davis N.This study sought to discuss the 2007 post election violence and the response of the Seventhday Adventist Church in Eldoret East district. Political factors. inequitable resource al location, land issues. prejudice, failure of the Police. communal conflicts, hate speeches, the media, tribalism and discrimination were discussed as the causes of the 2007 PEV. Mass loss of life, displacement of persons, destruction of property fear of fresh ethnic clashes, injuries. fluctuation of the economy. food shortage. alteration of land tenure system, sexual based violence, effects on schools, health related problems and environmental consequences \\ere discussed as the negative effects of the 2007 PEV. After the 2007 PEY. the study indicated that Kenyans have cherished the spirit of development, co-existence, peace, unity, and reconciliation more than ever before. This led to the formation and implementation of the new constitution that provides equal opportunity for all citizens regardless of their ethnic backgrounds. Consequently, the Kenyan people demonstrated solidarity by conducting peaceful general elections in 2013. The SDA Church responded to the 2007 PEV by preaching love, peace and solidarity. proving food and non-food items, offering prayers and counseling services. negotiating between warring communities, visiting the clash victims, and rushing the injured to the hospital. Churches were used both as hiding places and shelters for the affected persons. However. the Church was also used by politicians to utter hate speeches, propagate tribalism and discrimination. The study \! as descriptive in nature and adopted qualitative research approach. Purposive sampling was applied to the subjects the researcher believed had relevant information on the problem under investigation. Interview, questionnaire. and observation were the main tools for data collection.Item The role of the church in poverty reduction: a case study of Hoima catholic diocese(Kyambogo University (un published work), 2018-12) Katusiime, Nsemerirwek ScholasticThe stud examined the Role of the Church in poverty Reduction in Hoima Catholic Diocese. Generally. the study assessed the contribution of the Catholic Church towards poverty reduction in Hoima Diocese. Most specifically, the study determined the role of the Church in poverty reduction among Catholic Christians in Hoima Diocese. established the causes and efforts made by the Catholic Church towards poverty reduction. and coping strategies adopted for more effective poverty reduction in Hoima District. The study used a case study design to closely investigate social and poverty reduction related issues. The study used both qualitative and quantitative research methods to establish the variables including the objectives. A total sample size of 100 respondents for questionn.aires plus 60 families for interviews were involved. Purposive and snowball sampling techniques were used to select respondents. The study used documentary review, questionnaires. interview guide and observation to provide information for the study. Overall, the study findings revealed that the livelihoods of the people and incomes were generally quite low and others did not have even '·monthly income·· study findings revealed that the majority of people were in savings through SACCOs that education status was not satisfactory. The study concludes that poverty is still a substantial reality in Hoima Diocese. However, there are many positive efforts to reduce it. The biggest conclusion, in line with the general objective, is that the Church has made a meaningful contribution towards poverty reduction in Hoima Diocese in spite of the challenges which abound. The study recommends that the Church focuses on planning with and not for the people. as well as sensitizing them to carry out nontraditional economic activities but in a somewhat scientific way. And that she makes it her programme to preach, like a gospel. the joining of the SACCOs and saving as a true channel for economic development.Item Health risks associated with metal exposure in roasted meat, drinking water and black tea(Kyambogo University (unpublished work), 2018-12) Bamuwamye, MichaelHeavy metals are major environmental pollutants, and their toxicity is a problem of increasing significance for ecological, evolutionary, health and environmental reasons. Regular consumption of food and water contaminated with heavy metals exposes the consumer especially children and women of child bearing age to adverse developmental, reproductive, neurological, immunological, teratogenic and carcinogenic effects. Data on the potential risk contribution of heavy metal contaminated water and food towards the disease burden in Uganda is inadequate. This study aimed to assess heavy metal exposure and health risks posed to the population in Kampala, through consumption of street roasted meat (SRM), drinking water and commercial black tea sold in the city. Twelve samples of each of the street roasted pork, beef, goat, and chicken were randomly purchased on the streets of Kampala City. Forty seven samples of each of groundwaterfed protected spring, tap and bottled water were obtained from the five divisions of the city. Twenty samples of commercial black tea brands were randomly purchased from supermarkets and retail shops in the five divisions of Kampala City. Street roasted meat were analysed for lead (Pb), arsenic (As), cadmium (Cd), chromium (Cr), copper (Cu), zinc (Zn) and iron (Fe) using Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometry. Drinking water and black tea samples were analyzed for aluminium (Al), mercury (Hg), manganese (Mn) and nickel (Ni) in addition to the above parameters. Human health risks due to exposure to toxic elements were determined using the deterministic risk analysis approach described by the United States Environment Protection Agency (US EPA). Cancer and non-cancer risks were estimated for both children and adults using incremental lifetime cancer risk (ILCR) and non-cancer hazard quotient (HQ), respectively.Item Contextual study of 1 samuel 1:1-20 in relation to naming practices of the Lugbara(Kyambogo University (un published work), 2019-07) Wadiko, IrenThis study was carried out on the contextual analysis of 1 Samuel 1:1-20 in relation to the naming practices of the Lugbara. The study sought to discuss the text in relation to family life and naming practices, analyze the Lugbara family life and naming practices and establish the contextual relationship between the text and the Lugbara society in relation to family life and naming practices. A sample of ninety respondents was selected from the three districts by purposive sampling method. The study used interviews, observation and sampling as methods for collecting data. And the theoretical frame work of the study was African Bible Hermeneutics. Detailed contextual study of 1 Samuel 1:1-20 was done followed by the discussion of the text, in which major issues arising from it were paid attention to. The study examined the Bible and its context of naming where discussions were carried out on the Ancient Near Eastern naming practices.The study then proceeded to analyze Biblical naming practices. And numerous naming practices in the Bible were discussed. The study also found out that Lugbara people have patriarchal families which are characterized by the rule of men. It also found out that polygamy and barrenness affect women negatively.It was found out that it is the mother who names her child, and the name is influenced by her experience in marriage.In the analysis of the findings, the researcher found out that the family life and naming practices in 1 Samuel 1:1-20 share similarities with Lugbara family life and naming practices. And the study concludes that, Lugbara naming practices are therefore Biblical hence need not to be thrown away by the Christians who have been influenced by the colonialists, Western civilization and missionaries. The study recommended that other scholars should do contextual study of the Biblical text in relation to the naming practices of other African societies. And scholars were also called upon to do contextual study of Biblical texts in the light of, Lugbara sacrificial practices which is one of the practices that has been rendered evil among the Lugbara people.Item An analysis of effects of divisionism in the pentecostal churches: a case study of church of God and church of God of East Africa, Nebbi district(Kyambogo University, 2019-10) Omaya, VincentOverall, the study assessed the divisionism between the adherents of Church of God and Church of God of East Africa in Nebbi district. More specifically, the study examined three aspects to: find out the causes of divisionism between the adherents of Church of God and Church of God of East Africa; find out the effect of divisionism between the adherents of Church of God and Church of God of East Africa and suggest the solutions to the problems of divisionism between the adherents of Church of God and Church of God of East Africa. The study used a case study design. It used questionnaires and interviews as major tools for data collection. Specifically the study covered a total of 270 respondents from the 30 Churches taking 15 churches from Church of God and 15 churches from Church of God of East Africa. Purposive sampling method was used for Church and local leaders while random sample sampling method was used for Church members. The findings of the study revealed that: power struggle and low level of education were the cause of divisionism between the adherents of Church of God and Church of God of east Africa; hatred, divisionism and reduction in the number of followers were the major effects of divisionism between the adherents of Church of God and Church of God of East Africa in Nebbi district and forgiveness, dialogue and repentance were the major possible solution to the divisionism between the adherents of Church of God and Church of God of East Africa in Nebbi district. The study concluded that divisionism between the adherents of Church of God and Church of God of East Africa in Nebbi district was caused by power struggle, low level of education, ignorance and poverty. It recommended that the government and other relevant authorities, for example members of Uganda Joint Christian Council (UJCC), regulate the different religious faith in order to minimize such divisionism between the adherents of Church of God and Church of God of East Africa; that the two Churches to reconcile and live in harmony since all are from the same community and Christian faith and that the body that governed the different religious groups in Uganda intervene and resolve the divisionism between the adherents of Church of God and Church of God of East Africa.Item Occupational safety and health status in the informal non-food manufacturing sector in Kampala city, Uganda(Egerton University (unpublished work), 2019-10) Wekoye, Stephen AuriceThe informal sector is an engine of growth with more than 1.8 billion people globally and one billion workers in developing countries producing a greater portion of GD (25-60%) in developing countries. It provides employment opportunities to majority of the population in bod! developing and developed countries. However the sector is unregulated and recorded in government statistics. There are high and tragic incidences of occupational related accidents and injuries that go unabated in Kampala. The purpose of the study was to assess the OSH status in the informal non-food manufacturing sector and identify interventions in Kampala A cross sectional survey design was used, both qualitative and quantitative data were collected. 424 firms were sampled; manufiicture of metal products, furniture, textiles and clothing, concrete and brick, paper and paper recycling, repair of machinery and other manufacturing sectors of the informal sector. Data on hazards and control measures, lr.nowledge, attitudes, administrative measures and compliance were obtained using questionnaires, checklists and interview, on OSH Legal framework were obtained from JLO OSH conventions, Acts, textbooks and government reports and analyzed into frequencies, pm::entages, chi-square and multivariate regression. Various types of hazards were identified; inadequate ventilation 66 (50.4%), optical radiation 55 (44%), extreme weather 88 (37.4%), extreme heat 71 (34.3%), extreme noise 79 (27.9"/o), in manufacture of metal products. Noxious gases 91 (26.7%) and paints 66 (19.5%) in furniture and metal products while sharps 77 (21.3%) were in manufacture of metal products. Ergonomic hazards heavy lifting 67 (19.5%) in metallic products and psychosocial hazards such as stress accounted for 105 (30.5%) in metal products. Factors affecting OSH practices at p< 0.05 were; age x2 = 51.3, gender x2 = 23.9, marital status x2 = 17.1, education level x•= 147.3, period working in Jua lcoli x2• = 87.5, number of employees at work x2 =69.9 and hours spend per day x2 = 19.8 while the CORs were; age 0.0467- 0.0478, gender 0.0918-0.0997, education level 0.0859- 0.0819, PPE usage 0.0317-0.0319). All the enterprises Jacked awareness on OSH regulations, workplace OSH policies and certificates of machinery inspection. Knowledge of occupational hazards and control measures was moderate 271 (70%) while attitude towards hazard control measures by complying with safety precautions was very poor (below 16%). Compliance with hazard control measures was low, however PPE usage was 254 (65.4%) and 239 (61.6%) applying hazard control measures in the informal sector. Creation of awareness through mass media, training and awareness, provision of OSH regulations and regulation by government were recommended.
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