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Between tradition and modernity: imbalu of the bamasaba and human rights discourse
(Jumuga Journal of Education, Oral Studies, and Human Sciences (JJEOSHS), 2025-08) Juliet, N. Wabwire; Robert Kuloba Wabyanga; Alexander Paul Isiko
The Imbalu culture of the Bamasaba people is well known in scholarly works as a rite of passage, which involves a series of
rituals that culminate into circumcision among the Bamasaba males. The cultural practice is also recognized by UNESCO under
the Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) and protected in various Human Rights instruments as a right like article 37 of the 1995
Uganda constitution, and the United Nations’ International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR). The
paper sets out to explore human rights abuses, embedded in culture which in some circles have called for either its abolition
or modifications to suit the modern cultural trends. This enlists questions. How can Imbalu be celebrated with respect to
contemporary human rights discourses? How can the cultural heritage of the Imbalu be preserved and maintained in the
face of mounting pressure to change some of the cultural values of Imbalu? This paper is descriptive and analytical, based on
the ongoing research study on Imbalu among the Bamasaba people of Eastern Uganda.
The domestic relations legislations’ debates in Uganda: towards a 69 perspective
(Jumuga Journal of Education, Oral Studies, and Human Sciences (JJEOSHS), 2025-08) Annet, Nadunga; Kuloba Robert Wabyanga; Joy Isabirye Mukisa
The article sets out to explore the historical controversies that have shrouded Uganda’s Domestic Relations legislations. It posits that the controversies are due to differing ideological standpoints between the proponents and the opponents in the legislative debates, all aiming at protecting the Ugandan-African family. Whereas the proponents’ approach is influenced by the contemporary liberal and emancipation doctrines, the opponents’ views are hinged on the Afro-cultural and religious standpoints. The article employs the analogue of 6 or 9 and 69 to illustrate challenges and prospects of positionalities and perspectives in the legislation debates. The article uses document analysis methodology, and is informed by symbolic interaction theoretical frameworks. In its conclusion, the article advocates for a 69 perspective, as the tete e tete positionality if meaningful legislation on Domestic Relations is to be achieved. The 69 perspective is a fresh perspective resulting from interactions and negotiations between the proponents’ and opponents’ worldviews hence creating a meaningful and harmonious standpoint.
Farmers’ awareness and use of mobile phones in the management of banana xanthomonas wilt disease in Uganda
(East African Journal of Agriculture and Biotechnology, 2025-08-12) William, Tinzaara; Michael Mulyamboli; Irene Bulenzibuto Tamubula; Venansio Tumuhaise
Mobile phone technology awareness and use in developing countries, Uganda
inclusive, is growing at a faster rate in many sectors, including Agriculture.
Mobile phone usage has enhanced information flow to the rural communities
for the advancement of agriculture. A survey was conducted in four bananagrowing districts of Uganda, representing the western region (Isingiro and
Mitooma Districts) and the central region (Luwero and Mukono Districts), to
assess the extent of awareness and use of mobile phone applications by
smallholder banana growers. Data were collected using a questionnaire from
144 farmers representing 144 households. Most of the farmers (66.7%) were
aware of mobile phone applications used for accessing agricultural
information, although the percentage of farmers (25.7%) using mobile phones
to access information for banana Xanthomonas disease management was low.
Many factors determined mobile phone use, but banana plantation size,
education level, and constraints encountered in the use of mobile phones were
the most significant. The leading challenges encountered by farmers using
mobile phones for accessing agricultural information were identified as a lack
of smartphones, limited knowledge and skills, and poor network connection.
We recommend the creation of awareness about mobile phone applications and
their use in farming communities by both public and private agricultural
extension and advisory service providers.
Improving climate information through projecting climate change and variability in the Upper Awash Subbasin, Ethiopia
(Springer, 2025-08-26) Abebe, Bezu Bedada; Gudina Legese Feyisa; Asfaw Kebede; Majaliwa Mwanjalolo; Gabiri Geofery; Mitiku Adisu Worku; Elias Abdi
Climate change and variability have significantly impacted developing countries like Ethiopia, primarily due to a lack of accurate climatic information that is vital for effective planning and adaptation strategies. The study aimed to improve the reliability of climate information in Ethiopia, where insufficient information hinders mitigation and adaptation to climate change effects. The analysis utilized observational reference period data alongside CMIP6 (Coupled Model Intercomparison Project phase 6) General Circulation Model (GCM) data under various scenarios employing SD-GCM V2.0 for bias correction and statistical downscaling. The findings suggest that the highest maximum annual temperatures will rise by 2.03 °C under the SSP5–8.5 scenario. Mean annual rainfall is likely to increase by 23.5% and 5.3% over the projected period, both the highest and lowest recorded under SSP5–8.5. The coefficient of variation analysis revealed that most stations exhibited moderate and high annual and seasonal rainfall variability during the observation period. Meanwhile, the projected seasonal and annual rainfall displayed high variability compared to the observational reference period. However, all stations recorded less variation in yearly minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the study. While there is a substantial increase in average annual rainfall, there are still years with lower and higher yearly rainfall that likely led to drought and flooding in certain areas. In managing the droughts and floods expected due to climate change and variability, it is essential to implement mitigation and adaptation techniques with comprehensive disaster risk management strategies. Hence, the current study aims to improve the reliability of climate information in the UASB, Ethiopia.
War experiences and gendered responses to post conflict reintegration: the case of Lira District in Northern Uganda
(Springer International Publishing, 2014-01-01) Mulumba, Deborah; Victoria Flavia Namuggala
The chapter discusses war and post conflict experiences and gendered responses to reintegration in northern Uganda. It also assesses women’s efforts to contribute to post conflict reconstruction efforts amidst gender inequalities. The chapter arises from a study conducted in Lira district of northern Uganda in 2007. The actor oriented approach and gender analysis provided the analytical framework of the study. Data collection methods were qualitative including focus group discussions, in-depth interviews as well as case studies to better represent experiences and actions. The study findings show breakdown of socio-cultural norms, changing gender relations and reduced influence of local and cultural actors in community organization. The study established that the implementation of post conflict humanitarian programs had inadequate focus towards gender concerns. Despite this, women as actors devised several coping mechanisms in order to deal with the situation. Many of those mechanisms were beneficial but some detrimental to women’s lives. In conclusion, the findings attest to the crucial nature of agency and social networks as necessary for successful reconstruction through providing empowerment tools for women returnees.