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Christian Sexual Ethics: An Exegetical Study of 1 Corinthians 6:12-18
(Uganda Christian University, 2026-04-08) Martin Oluge
Sexual immorality remains a serious and persistent challenge in the Church of Uganda, undermining its moral authority and public witness. Despite Uganda’s overwhelming Christian majority with approximately 85 percent of the population identifying as Christian (UBOS, 2014), the country records one of the highest teenage pregnancy rates in East Africa (UBOS & ICF International, 2018), alongside documented cases of moral failure even among church leaders. Yet empirical studies demonstrate that the Church’s moral influence on sexual behaviour is both real and significant, though it depends heavily on the theological depth and pastoral quality of its teaching. It is this need that the present study seeks to address through an exegetical investigation of 1 Corinthians 6:12-18. Employing a qualitative, library-based, historical-grammatical method, the study examines the Greek text within its historical, literary, and theological context before drawing pastoral conclusions for the Ugandan church. It is guided by two questions: what are the key theological principles regarding the body and sexual ethics in 1 Corinthians 6:12-18, and what practical strategies can promote sexual holiness in the Church of Uganda? The exegetical analysis identifies four theological principles in Paul’s argument: a resurrection-grounded theology of the body; a reframing of Christian freedom as communal service and Spirit-empowered self-mastery; the one-flesh theology of sexual union grounded in Genesis 2:24; and the urgent, continuing command to flee sexual immorality as an expression of union with Christ. Together these do not form a list of prohibitions but a compelling vision of Christian identity that renders sexual immorality theologically incompatible with belonging to Christ. The study proposes four practical strategies for fostering sexual holiness: theologically grounded preaching; discipleship and catechesis that treat sexual ethics as central to Christian identity; theologically rich premarital ministry; and communal accountability structures that hold truth and grace together. The study concludes that Paul’s word to the Corinthians remains a living and directly relevant word for the Church of Uganda today.
Menstrual Hygiene Management and associated factors among adolescent girls in Tapac Sub county, Moroto district, Karamoja region
(Uganda Christian University, 2026-04-27) Esther Loma
Background: An estimated 1.8 billion women menstruate globally each month, including adolescent girls in and out of school. Despite being a natural biological process, poor menstrual hygiene management (MHM) exposes adolescent girls to adverse health and social outcomes such as urinary tract infections, reproductive tract infections, HIV infection, mental health challenges, school absenteeism and dropout, and increased risk of adolescent pregnancy. These challenges are more pronounced in Uganda, particularly in the Karamoja sub-region, where access to menstrual hygiene information, materials, and supportive environments remains limited. However, there is limited empirical evidence on MHM adequacy and its associated factors in Tapac Sub-county. Objective: To assess menstrual hygiene management and its associated factors among adolescent girls in Tapac Sub-county, Moroto District, Karamoja region. Methods: An analytical cross-sectional study design was used among adolescent girls aged 13–18 years in Tapac Sub-county. A multistage sampling technique involving stratification of parishes, random selection of villages, and systematic household sampling was employed. Data were collected using a pre-tested structured questionnaire translated into Ngakarimojong. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 26 using descriptive statistics and log-binomial regression to determine factors associated with adequate MHM. Results: The proportion of adolescent girls who adequately practiced menstrual hygiene management was 21%. Factors associated with lower MHM adequacy included younger age (13–15 years) (aPR = 0.313; 95% CI: 0.211–0.465; p < 0.001) and menstrual duration of fewer than five days (aPR = 0.523; 95% CI: 0.341–0.802; p = 0.003). Factors positively associated with adequate MHM included being currently in school (aPR = 2.099; 95% CI: 1.388–3.174; p < 0.001), primary education level (aPR = 2.247; 95% CI: 1.207–4.183; p = 0.011), knowledge of appropriate menstrual materials (aPR = 3.284; 95% CI: 2.274–4.743; p < 0.001), and regular menstrual cycles (aPR = 2.180; 95% CI: 1.141–4.165; p = 0.018). Parental factors such as having an educated mother (aOR = 2.424; 95% CI: 1.394–4.214; p = 0.002), educated father (aOR = 1.909; 95% CI: 1.105–3.295; p = 0.020), and parental education on MHM – especially from fathers (aPR = 4.283; 95% CI: 2.870–6.392; p < 0.001) – were significantly associated with improved MHM. Additional factors included smaller household size, presence of other menstruating schoolgirls, and supportive school policies allowing menstrual management during school hours. Conclusion: Menstrual hygiene management among adolescent girls in Tapac Sub-county is inadequate, with only 2 in 10 girls practicing adequate MHM. This places the majority at risk of adverse health and social outcomes. There is a need for integrated, multi-level interventions targeting intrapersonal, interpersonal, and community factors to improve menstrual hygiene practices in the region.
Assessing Factors Associated With Stock-outs of Reproductive Health Commodities in Selected Health Facilities of Wakiso District, Uganda
(Uganda Christian University, 2026-04-14) Sandra Wanyenze Magona
Background: In Uganda, despite the reduced costs of reproductive health (RH) commodities and increased support from the Ministry of Health and partners such as UNFPA,stock-outs of these commodities remain a persistent challenge.There is a need to understand and document the factors associated with stock-outs and the barriers, facilitators and experiences in reproductive health commodities management.
Objective: To determine factors influencing stock out levels of reproductive health commodities and explore the barriers, facilitators and experiences of healthcare workers regarding the management of reproductive health commodities in selected health facilities of
Wakiso district.
Methods: A mixed study was employed concurrently in this study. Both quantitative and qualitative data were collected at the same time. Quantitative data was collected from the stockcards while qualitative data was collected using a pre-tested, semi-structured interview guide.
Results: Stock-out level for RH commodities was 10.1% with HCIV and HCIIIs experiencing the highest percentage. Injectables contraceptives Medroxyprogesterone acetate 104mg/0.65mL, SC and Medroxyprogesterone acetate 150mg/mL being the most affected and Levonorgestrel 30mcg tabs (Microlut) the least affected. Training in supply chain management remained significantly associated with reduced stockouts, as facilities with trained staff were less likely to face stockouts (aPR = 0.77; 95% CI: 0.599– 0.985, p = 0.038). Delays in delivery also showed a strong association, with facilities that experienced delivery delays being less likely to face stockouts (aPR=0.54;95% CI:0.433–0.668, p<0.001).In addition, support supervision was significantly associated
with increased stockouts (aPR=1.54; 95% CI:1.083–2.192, p=0.016). Qualitative findings provided factors associated to the depicted stockout levels, such
as limited supply chain training, limitations in support supervision, delays in supply deliveries from National Medical Stores, and inadequate budget for commodities. Quantitative findings provided barriers such as limited storage space,inadequate funds for redistribution logistics, facilitators such as functional stock monitoring systems, collaboration and support from Village Health Teams, support from development partners and non-government organizations and lastly experiences on how they coped such as redistribution, and submitting emergency orders.
Conclusion: This study examined the level of stockouts, the factors linked to them, and the challenges in managing reproductive health (RH) commodities in Wakiso District. The results showed a relatively low stockout rate of 10.1%, with higher levels at HC IVs and HC IIIs, especially for injectable contraceptives and 3-year implants due to high demand. Factors such as training in supply chain management, delivery delays, and support supervision were associated with stockouts, showing the complexity of the supply system. Interviews also revealed challenges like poor record-keeping, difficulties in redistributing stock, and
limited resources, as well as ways facilities cope with shortages. Overall, the study provides useful information to help improve the supply system and reduce stockouts of RH commodities in Wakiso District.
Results:
Evaluation of the Most Popular Social Media Platforms Used by Students and Their Impact on Academic Needs: a Case Study of Mbarara University of Science and Technology
(Uganda Christian University, 2026-04-15) Ronald Atuzazirwe
This study examined the social media platforms most frequently used by university students and how these platforms support their academic needs, focusing on a case study of Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST). The study aimed to identify the most commonly used platforms, explore the purposes for which students use them, examine their experiences, and provide recommendations for enhancing their academic utilization. Qualitative study was conducted using focus group discussions (FGDs) with the selected students from the Faculty of Business and Management Sciences and other four Faculties that included Faculty of Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Applied Science and Technology, Faculty of Computing and Informatics in Mbarara University of Science and Technology as well as the identified key informants from the University. The data were analysed thematically to identify recurring patterns and insights. The findings revealed that students primarily use platforms such as WhatsApp, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and Twitter. These platforms were used for communication, accessing educational materials, information sharing, networking, entertainment, and staying updated with current affairs. The results further indicate that students actively select and engage with social media platforms that best satisfy their academic and social needs. The study concludes that while social media platforms serve multiple functions, their academic potential can be enhanced through more structured and intentional use within university learning environments.
Perceptions of Student Enrollment Factors in Uganda Christian University
(East African Nature & Science Organization, 2026-04) Halima Nassanga; Mary Jakisa Owor; Joseph Jakisa Owor; Ronald Kyagulanyi
This study investigated perceptions of factors influencing student enrollment at Uganda Christian University (UCU), with specific attention to institutional, academic-related, and financial-related determinants. Anchored in Human Capital Theory and Student Choice Theory, the study sought to explain how prospective and current students evaluate universities in an increasingly competitive higher education environment. A descriptive cross-sectional design was adopted, using a mixed-methods approach that combined questionnaire surveys and semi-structured interviews. Quantitative data were collected from undergraduate and prospective students, while qualitative insights were obtained from admissions, marketing, and public relations staff. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, multiple linear regression, and content analysis. The findings revealed very strong positive correlations between student enrollment and financial factors (r =
0.991), academic factors (r = 0.993), and institutional factors (r = 0.992), suggesting that enrollment decisions are shaped by multiple interrelated dimensions. However, regression analysis showed that academic-related factors (β = 0.465, p = .008) and institutional factors (β = 0.426, p < .001) were the strongest significant predictors of enrollment, while financial factors
(β = 0.105, p = .475) were not statistically significant when the other variables were controlled. Qualitative findings reinforced these results by highlighting the importance of program relevance, lecturer competence, graduate employability, institutional reputation, campus facilities, and alumni success in influencing enrollment decisions. The study concludes that private
universities can strengthen enrollment by prioritising academic quality, institutional credibility, infrastructure improvement, and supportive financial access mechanisms.