Metropolitan Journal of Academic and Applied Research

Metropolitan Journal of Academic and Applied Research (MJAAR)

The Metropolitan Journal of Academic and Applied Research (MJAAR) is a peer-reviewed online journal published monthly. The ISSN for the MJAAR Digital Library is ISSN: 3006-6417 (Online). MJAAR is a highly selective journal that covers a wide range of topics, catering to a broad audience interested in academic and applied research across various fields. MJAAR offers numerous advantages designed to enhance research skills and advance academic careers. Publishing in scholarly journals plays a critical role in career progression within academia. Author Benefits Specific to MJAAR Publications: Fast and Efficient Paper Publishing Process: Authors can expect a smooth and timely publication process. Indexing in Prominent Databases: MJAAR is listed in notable platforms such as Google Scholar, ResearchGate, Scirus, get CITED, and others. Expert Peer Review Panel: We are honoured to have a highly respected team of academic reviewers from leading universities around the world. Open Access Journal: This ensures wide visibility and promotion of your published work. MJAAR is managed by a distinguished Board of Editors and is supported by an international review board comprised of prominent academics and professionals from renowned universities, colleges, and institutions across Africa, the Middle East, and beyond. To ensure the highest quality standards, all manuscripts submitted to MJAAR undergo a stringent review process, which includes blind reviews by one or more members of the international editorial review board, followed by an in-depth evaluation by MJAAR editors. We are committed to supporting our authors in excelling across all areas of academic and applied research.

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Browse the latest peer-reviewed publications from Metropolitan International University Journals.

The Democratization of Journalism and the Erosion of Principles

Authors: Asiimwe Isaac Kazaara 1 , Ahumuza Audrey2

Published on 01 Jan 1970

The proliferation of digital platforms and the advent of citizen journalism have fundamentally restructured the global media landscape, lowering barriers to entry and democratizing the production and dissemination of news content. While this transformation has expanded public voices and challenged traditional gatekeeping, it has simultaneously precipitated a measurable erosion of core journalistic principles — including accuracy, editorial independence, source transparency, and ethical accountability. This study examined the relationship between media democratization and the decline of journalistic norms, with particular focus on how structural, technological, and institutional factors mediate this relationship.

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Patriots and Patriotism in the 21st Century: Conceptual Evolution and Political Mobilization

Authors: Arinaitwe Julius1 , Musiimenta Nancy2

Published on 01 Jan 1970

This study examined the conceptual evolution of patriotism and its role in political mobilization in the 21st century, with particular attention to how shifting socio-political environments have reshaped the meaning, expression, and utility of patriotic sentiment. Drawing on a cross-sectional survey design involving 412 respondents from diverse demographic backgrounds, the study investigated the structural relationships between patriotic identity, nationalist sentiment, media influence, civic engagement, and political mobilization. Data were collected using a structured, validated questionnaire encompassing Likert-scale items across six composite constructs.

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Religion and Human Essence: A Critical Examination of the "Dehumanization" Thesis in Christian Contexts

Authors: Asiimwe Isaac Kazaara1 , Musiimenta Nancy2

Published on 01 Jan 1970

This study conducted a critical quantitative examination of the "dehumanization" thesis as it applies to Christian religious contexts, investigating the extent to which doctrinal rigidity, religious participation patterns, and institutional belonging either diminish or affirm human dignity among practicing Christians. Drawing on survey data collected from 412 adult Christian respondents across five denominations in Uganda, the study employed univariate descriptive analysis, bivariate Pearson correlation analysis, and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) to interrogate complex relationships among perceived dehumanization, human dignity affirmation, doctrinal rigidity, communal belonging, and spiritual well-being. Results revealed that doctrinal rigidity was the strongest predictor of perceived dehumanization experiences (β = .

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Delayed Motherhood in Africa: A Multifaceted Analysis of Medical Risks and Socioeconomic Drivers

Authors: Arinaitwe Julius1 , Ahumuza Audrey2

Published on 01 Jan 1970

Background: Delayed motherhood -- defined as first childbirth at or after age 30 -- is a growing demographic phenomenon across sub-Saharan and North Africa, driven by intersecting socioeconomic forces including educational attainment, urbanization, economic precarity, and shifting gender norms. Objective: This study aimed to quantify the prevalence and socioeconomic drivers of delayed motherhood across African regions and to assess its association with maternal and neonatal medical outcomes. Methods: A cross-sectional analytical design was employed using simulated nationally representative data (n=1,240) drawn from five African regions.

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Between Faith and Development: Religion, Resource Allocation, and the Postcolonial Dilemma in Africa

Authors: Arinaitwe Julius1 , Musimenta Nancy2

Published on 01 Jan 1970

This study examined the intricate relationship between religious institutional presence and public resource allocation in postcolonial Africa, with particular reference to Uganda, Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, and Senegal over the period 2010– 2024. Drawing on a mixed-methods research design anchored in quantitative analysis, the study investigated how religious affiliation, levels of faith-based institutional density, and postcolonial governance structures jointly influenced the equitable distribution of health, education, and infrastructural resources. A stratified random sample of 1,240 households and 96 community leaders across five countries was analysed using univariate descriptive statistics, bivariate correlation and cross-tabulation, and Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) to establish direct, indirect, and mediated pathways.

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The Burden of Learning: Commercialization, Competition, and the Crippling Cost of Education for Ugandan Households

Authors: Musiimenta Nancy1 , Ahumuza Audrey

Published on 01 Jan 1970

Education is widely recognized as a cornerstone of human development and economic mobility; yet, for millions of Ugandan households, the cost of schooling has become an unbearable financial burden. This study investigated the impact of education commercialization, inter-school competition, and rising tuition and auxiliary fees on the economic wellbeing of Ugandan households, as well as the resultant effects on child school continuation, household financial stress, and overall welfare. A cross-sectional survey design was employed, drawing on a systematically sampled population of 400 household heads across urban and peri-urban districts of Uganda.

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Teaching And Learning With AI: A Critical Assessment Of Uganda's Readiness

Authors: Arinaitwe Julius1 , Musiimenta Nancy2

Published on 01 Jan 1970

This study critically assessed Uganda's readiness to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) in teaching and learning environments across secondary and tertiary educational institutions. Anchored in the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and the Concerns-Based Adoption Model (CBAM), the study employed a cross-sectional survey design involving 420 teachers and educators drawn from 42 purposively selected schools and universities across five regions of Uganda. Data were collected using structured questionnaires measuring AI readiness, ICT infrastructure, AI awareness, institutional support, and frequency of AI tool usage.

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Beyond Headline Figures: The Qualitative Shift in Foreign Direct Investment and Africa’s Development Trajectory

Authors: Arinaitwe Julius1 , Ahumuza Audrey2

Published on 01 Jan 1970

This study examined the qualitative dimensions of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) flows into Sub-Saharan Africa, moving beyond aggregate headline figures to interrogate whether such investment genuinely contributed to structural transformation and sustainable human development. Motivated by persistent divergence between growing FDI inflows and stagnant developmental outcomes across the continent, the research investigated the extent to which FDI quality— measured through technology transfer, employment generation, and institutional alignment—explained variations in development trajectories among a sample of 30 African countries over the period 2010–2022. Employing a mixedmethods research design, the study combined univariate descriptive analysis, bivariate Pearson correlation analysis, and a hierarchical ordinary least squares (OLS) regression framework alongside thematic analysis of qualitative data drawn from key informant interviews and policy document reviews.

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Beyond Romantic Ideals: Marriage as a Dyadic Fortress for Containing Distress and Building Resilience

Authors: Musiimenta Nancy1 , Asiimwe Isaac Kazaara2

Published on 01 Jan 1970

This study examined marriage as a dyadic regulatory system — a shared psychosocial fortress through which couples jointly contain emotional distress and cultivate long-term resilience, moving the scholarly discourse beyond conventional romantic idealism. Using a cross-sectional quantitative design, data were collected from 520 married individuals across urban and peri-urban settings through structured questionnaires measuring dyadic coping, psychological distress, marital satisfaction, resilience outcomes, and sociodemographic characteristics. Univariate analyses revealed that the majority of respondents reported moderate-to-high levels of dyadic coping (Mean = 3.

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The Architecture of Commitment in Marriage: A Multidimensional Analysis of Who Commits and Who Does Not

Authors: Arinaitwe Julius1 , Musiimenta Nancy2

Published on 01 Jan 1970

Marital commitment remains one of the most consequential determinants of relationship longevity, family stability, and individual psychological wellbeing, yet the multidimensional architecture that distinguishes individuals who fully commit to marriage from those who do not remains insufficiently understood across cultural and social contexts. This study examined the sociodemographic, psychosocial, and community-level factors associated with marital commitment among a cross-sectional sample of 1,500 currently married or partnered adults aged 18 years and above, drawn from 30 communities spanning both urban and rural settings. Using a structured questionnaire adapted from validated relationship science instruments, data were collected on key constructs including relationship satisfaction, trust, emotional intimacy, communication quality, conflict resolution, financial stability, religiosity, and fear of alternatives.

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