This study has been carried out under the topic „effects of domestic tourism on cultural development in Uganda. A case study of Kasubi Royal Tomb. The main objective of the study is to find out the effects of domestic tourism on culture development in Uganda. It has been carried out under the following specific objectives; to find out hindrances / limitations towards domestic tourism on cultural development in Uganda, to investigate the role of culture to development of domestic tourism in Uganda, to find possible measures on how to promote domestic tourism alongside cultural development in Uganda. This study was conducted from varieties of sources i.e. local authorities of Kasubi royal tombs, members of public, publications, reports, journals among others. The developed governance partly influenced the desire to travel and it ranked last with a percentage 32%. From the results the factors that were most likely to influence the desire to travel include improved transport network, price incentives, and awareness, discovering new tourism destinations, improved services, and increased disposable income. Kasubi royal tombs stakeholders in need to take advantage of the devolved system of governance to either open up new branches for their operations in areas such bunyoro, tororo, jinja open new tourism cultural centers to act as destinations that will entice domestic tourists to take alternative forms of tourism such as adventure tourism, cultural or sport tourism as this will expand Buganda’s’ awareness of the royal tombs and their importance.

The study investigated the relationship between quality management and operational performance in Stanbic Bank, Wandegeya branch. The specific objectives were to assess customer satisfaction and operational performance, establish the relationship between customer complaint management and operational performance, determine the relationship between service delivery and operational performance, and find out the relationship between quality management and operational performance. The study used a descriptive research design with quantitative methods. The population comprised 55 employees from Stanbic Bank, Wandegeya, and a sample of 48 respondents was selected using purposive sampling. Data was collected using self-administered questionnaires with both openended and closed-ended questions. The validity of the questions was established through pre-testing, and the reliability was checked through internal consistency. The study found a positive and significant relationship between customer satisfaction and operational performance, customer complaint management and operational performance, service delivery and operational performance, and quality management and operational performance. The study concluded that quality management practices, such as customer satisfaction, customer complaint management, and service delivery, are crucial in enhancing the operational performance of Stanbic Bank, Wandegeya branch. The study recommends that Stanbic Bank should continue to implement quality management practices to improve its operational performance and maintain a competitive edge in the banking industry.

Many studies have been conducted on menstrual hygiene all over the world. However, Menstrual Hygiene Management remains the problem amongst the adolescents especially in the rural lowincome countries like Uganda, particularly in its relation to school absenteeism. This study examined the effect of menstruation on academic performance among teenage girls within Rugombe Town council, Kyenjojo District. The study focused on three specific objectives namely, to assess the effects of menstrual crumbs on the academic performance of the girls, to determine the hygiene management skills in relation to academic performance and lastly to explore the social and infrastructure support system about menstruation that affect their academic performance. A simple random sampling method was employed in which three purposively selected rural public primary schools namely: Rwentuuha primary school, Buhemba primary school and Buhemba primary school, both are mixed oriented schools. The sampled data consisted of 40 female students aged between 9-11 and 110 students aged between 11-15 using a structured questionnaire. The SPSS was used to analyze the data with the aid of descriptive analysis to analyze the qualitative data collected. The study found out that at menarche it was so challenging considering some did not understand the changes. Some experienced fear and embarrassment since they lacked early training, lack of support system, money to purchase sanitary towels and lack of accurate information about menstruation both at home and in school. The study recommends that there should be early education to inform the girls. The girls should be empowered to appreciate their natural girlhood because it is their human nature. It further recommends that there should be an urgent need of breaking the silence on menstruation.

The study aimed to investigate the role of social media in shaping the hotel brand image and customer loyalty at Hotel Africana. The research design was a mixed-methods approach that combined quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis methods. The target population comprised 60 individuals who had interacted with Hotel Africana's social media platforms, and the sample size was set at 40 participants. The results showed that social media engagement positively influenced the hotel's brand image and customer loyalty. The content strategy employed on social media also had a significant impact on brand image and customer loyalty. Additionally, the quality of interactions on social media platforms was found to be positively related to the hotel's brand image and customer loyalty. The study provided valuable insights into the dynamics of social media, brand image, and customer loyalty within the Ugandan hospitality industry, offering guidance for hotels like Africana to optimize their social media strategies and foster stronger long-term relationships with their customers.

This study examined the impact of external auditing on the financial performance of Ssubiryo Financial Services over a five-year period from 2015 to 2020. External auditing plays an important governance role for microfinance institutions like Ssubiryo by promoting accountability and transparency. However, the precise effects of mandatory external audits on key metrics had not been empirically assessed. A mixed methods explanatory research design was employed. Quantitative data was obtained from Ssubiryo's audited financial statements for 2015-2020 to analyze trends in return on assets, portfolio at risk ratios, operational self-sufficiency, and financial expense ratios using SPSS. Qualitative data was also gathered through interviews with a sample of 19 managers and staff who had worked at Ssubiryo for at least three years. Interview discussions explored perceptions of impacts from the external audit process. Document review supplemented these findings. The results indicated that post-audit, return on assets increased from an average of 2.3% to 3.1% while portfolio at risk ratios declined, suggesting reduced credit risk exposure. Operational self-sufficiency also improved to safely above 100%, signifying adequate cost coverage. Trend tests revealed significant positive changes in most indicators following the initial 2015 audit. Interview themes recognized strengthened oversight of lending practices, internal controls and financial reporting requirements attributed to audits. The management should enhance verification of accounting data and all financial transactions or statements to improve accountability and acknowledgement of organisation funds and resources hence enhancement of accountability, quality service delivery and economic efficiency.

This report was entitled "financial controls and organizational performance i s selected ", The study was carried out based on three specific objectives. The first major objective of this study was profile of respondents in which the study indicates that male dominate (71.4%) female (28.6%) in the three organizations staff, the study also revealed that 49.6% which is the very majority of the employees in the sample were aged below 40 years; 48.1 % were 40-59 years old; 2.3% were 60 and above years old. The study shows that organization like telecommunication companies, which was established mid 1990s in 200, employed a great number of academicians (46.6%). This is an indication of that telecommunication companies attracted and retained highly educated employees who are likely to perform their duties well. The study further shown that, on the overall, the level of working capital management (as to: cash management, receivable management, inventory management, ) is good (grand mean = 2.67) and in third objective the study indicates that the level of organizational performance was found to be good (grand mean = 2.75). The study used Pearson Linear Correlation Coefficient to measure and describe the relationship between the two variables of the study and to test the null hypothesis. The study also uses regression analysis to rank the effect of the three financial control components have on organizational performance. The level of financial control was found to be positively and significantly correlated with the level organizational performance (sig. < 0.05 and R-value = 0.417). It recommends that there is all employees should be given training in the maintaining the inventory of the organization and control system of all organization in Mukono and to carry out their daily work to maximize their performance. The owners of the organization like telecommunication should invest in the technological improvement to keep their business competitive in the market and maintain market sharing to other telecommunication companies in the market.

This study examined the influence of financial management practices on the growth and development of small-scale businesses in Adjumani Town, Uganda. Adjumani Town is the main commercial hub in Adjumani District, hosting over 80% micro enterprises according to a 2019 survey. However, past needs assessments revealed financial oversight as a key challenge, with most firms lacking basic bookkeeping, cashflow projections, budgets and financial statements. The researcher first conducted interviews and focus group discussions to understand common financial management deficiencies among small businesses. Financial records of 20 purposively sampled enterprises across various sectors were then analyzed over a two-year period. Financial indicators like sales growth, profitability, liquidity and investment were compared between firms that received a six-month training program on financial planning and control versus those that did not. The findings showed that following the intervention, businesses that strengthened financial oversight registered significantly higher sales growth averaging 15-20% annually compared to 5-10% for non-participants. During the interviews 20% of the respondents indicated that they carried out recording of every transaction. Some even indicated that they had adopted use of computers in making business transactions to record every transaction for easy accountability and auditing. Their profits also improved relatively faster while liquidity and investment decisions became more prudent. Qualitative data further revealed better working capital management, reduced costs, more structured expansion planning and reduced loan default rates. This should be through monitoring money coming into and going out of the business such that are know the profitability of the businesses.

This study looked at the impact of fishing activities as a tool on social economic development in Uganda; a case study of Kasenyi landing site Wakiso district. The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of fishing activities as a tool on social economic development in Uganda using of Kasenyi landing site as the case study. This study was guided by three main objectives that is, to find out how fishing activities contribute to social economic improvement of local community around Kasenyi fishing landing site, to find out the different activities involved in fishing around Kasenyi fishing landing site and to establish the relationship between fishing and other social economic activities around Kasenyi fishing landing site. This study investigated the fishing activities, challenges facing the sector and their implications on development at Kasenyi landing site in Wakiso district as a case study. A cross-sectional research design was implemented using both quantitative and qualitative data collection methods between January to March 2022. Structured questionnaires administered to 100 fisherfolk and interviews with key informants provided primary data. Secondary data was obtained from relevant government reports and publications. Data was analyzed using SPSS and qualitative data summarized thematically. Results showed that gill netting was the main fishing practice providing over 70% of household incomes averaging UGX 200,000 monthly. Fishing supported 450 people directly through employment and others indirectly in related activities. It was the prime source of animal protein and food security for the community. However, declining fish stocks due to overfishing, use of illegal gears, and environmental degradation were negatively impacting incomes. The study concludes that despite fishing's significant role, its full potential for supporting broader community development is still hampered by unsustainable exploitation of fishery resources and inadequate industry support systems. Urgent interventions are needed for sustainable fisheries management, infrastructure investments, and promotion of alternative livelihoods to optimize development outcomes.

The study investigated the impact of human resource practices on organizational performance in Buikwe Districts Local Government. Specifically, the study examined the impact of employee training on organizational productivity, the relationship between compensation and service quality, and the impact of recruitment and selection practices on employee satisfaction. The study employed a cross-sectional survey research design and utilized a sample of 86 government workers from different departments, including the production, finance, human resource, and natural resource departments. Stratified and simple random sampling techniques were used to select the respondents. The study found that employee training had a positive and significant impact on organizational productivity. There was also a positive and significant relationship between compensation and service quality in the organization. Additionally, the study revealed that recruitment and selection practices had a positive and significant impact on employee satisfaction. The findings of this study provide valuable insights for managers and policymakers in the Buikwe Districts Local Government on the importance of effective human resource practices in enhancing organizational performance. The study recommends the implementation of comprehensive employee training programs, competitive compensation packages, and robust recruitment and selection processes to attract and retain talented employees, ultimately leading to improved organizational productivity, service quality, and employee satisfaction.

The impact of strike actions on the academic performance of primary school learners is a critical and multifaceted issue that requires careful consideration. Strikes in the education sector can disrupt the normal functioning of schools, affecting both teachers and learners. The purpose of this abstract is to provide a concise overview of the potential consequences of strike actions on the academic performance of primary school learners. Strike actions among educators can lead to a loss of instructional time, as classes may be canceled or postponed during the period of the strike. This disruption in the learning process can have negative implications for the academic progress of primary school learners. Additionally, the absence of regular classroom instruction may result in gaps in knowledge and skills development, hindering learner’s overall academic achievement. Furthermore, the psychological impact of strike actions on primary school learners cannot be overlooked. From the findings, it was revealed that 36% of the respondents strongly agreed that regular payment of teachers’ salaries reduced strike actions, 40% agreed while 18% disagreed and 6% strongly disagreed. The study also revealed that 41% of the respondents strongly agreed that strengthening of educational supervisory/monitoring bodies reduced strike actions, 35% agreed, 17% disagreed and 7% strongly disagreed. The uncertainty and instability caused by strikes can create stress and anxiety among students, potentially affecting their ability to concentrate and engage in the learning process. The emotional toll of such disruptions may have long-term consequences on the well-being and academic resilience of primary school learners. It is essential for educators, policymakers, and stakeholders to consider the potential repercussions of strike actions on the academic performance of primary school learners. Developing strategies to minimize the negative effects of strikes, such as implementing alternative learning methods during strike periods and addressing the emotional well-being of students, is crucial to ensure that the educational goals and outcomes of primary education are not compromised.