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Local community participation in catchment restoration in Awoja, Uganda
(Uganda Christian University, 2026-06-02) Harriet Drani Maturu
This action research examined the participation of the local community in catchment restoration in Awoja catchment, Kyoga Water Management Zone, in Eastern Uganda to obtain insights into the strategies that could be applied to improve participation in future catchment restoration projects. The research aimed to understand how the local community participated in catchment restoration, how the local community perceived were the factors that enabled their participation in catchment restoration activities, how the local community perceived were the factors that hindered their participation in catchment restoration activities, and how the level of local community participation in catchment restoration in Awoja Catchment was characterized, in the catchment restoration project of the Ministry of Water and Environment which was designed to be community-led. Data was gathered through surveys, interviews, focus group discussions, and documentary analysis. Simple random sampling and purposive sampling were used to select the respondents. Findings showed that local community participation varied across the different stages of the catchment restoration project. Local community participation was largely excluded in the design phase. Findings showed absence of community participation in the project’s design phase, moderate participation in monitoring, very minimal participation in the evaluation of the project, and high participation in the implementation phase. The study concluded that the overall participation of the local community was moderate, and suggested adherence to policy implementation, strengthened incentive mechanisms, capacity building and empowerment, strengthened monitoring and evaluation function, transparent and culturally responsive communication systems, and development of structured post-project transition strategies to improve the level of local community participation in catchment restoration.
Yellow fever vaccine hesitancy among parents and caregivers of children below five years in Kyetume Parish, Mukono District, Uganda
(Uganda Christian University, 2026-06-30) Edwin Bakiza
Background: Despite a safe and effective vaccine being available, yellow fever remains a reoccurring public health threat, with vaccine hesitancy hindering achievement of full vaccination benefits.Objective: This study aimed to assess prevalence and some of the key factors for yellow fever vaccine hesitancy among parents and caregivers of children under five in Kyetume, Mukono District, Uganda. Methods: A cross-sectional quantitative study was conducted among 309 parents and caregivers of children under five years. Data was collected using structured questionnaires and analyzed using SPSS version 26. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize the socio-demographic characteristics of parents and caregivers and the prevalence of yellow fever vaccine hesitancy among them. Independent T-tests were used to compare means between groups where appropriate. Bivariate analysis using Chi-square tests and multivariable binary logistic regression were used to explore associations between yellow fever vaccine hesitancy and socio-demographic, awareness levels, and other access related factors. Results: Prevalence of yellow fever vaccine hesitancy among parents and caregivers was at 47.9% (nearly half). Whereas bivariate analysis showed associations with social-demographic, knowledge, and access factors, multivariable logistic regression identified vaccine availability in the community (AOR = 0.302, 95% CI: 0.120 - 0.760, p = 0.011), fewer barriers to access (AOR = 0.821, 95% CI: 0.747 - 0.902, p < 0.001) and frequency of vaccines in the community (AOR = 0.855, 95% CI: 0.781 - 0.937, p < 0.001) as the independent predictors of reduced vaccine hesitancy. Conclusion: From the findings, urgent efforts are needed to reduce barriers to vaccine access and to ensure available, consistent, and frequent supply of vaccines within communities, to address vaccine hesitancy.
Keywords: Yellow fever, vaccine hesitancy, vaccines, parents and caregivers, Kyetume, Mukono.
The transformative role of alternative dispute resolution in oil and gas contract
(Uganda Christian University, 2026-06-27) Hadija Namusobya
With the complexity and global nature of the oil and gas industry, there is a need for effective dispute resolution procedures that are able to effectively resolve complex contractual and multi-jurisdictional legal disputes. The study aims to examine the transformative role of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in oil and gas contract disputes within the context of the oil industry in Uganda. Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) techniques such as arbitration and mediation can be an alternative to traditional litigation and provide fast, cost-effective and confidential settlement processes. They are particularly essential in an industry that could suffer significant financial loss and damaged company relationships if delays occur. The study relies on the doctrinal research technique to assess the effectiveness of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in the oil and gas sector and analyses various legal documents, judicial decisions, and international treaties. The results of this study highlight how important strong legal frameworks—like Uganda's commitment to the ICSID and the New York Convention—are
to improving the enforcement and dependability of ADR results. There are disadvantages, including various country laws regarding the enforceability of ADR
decisions and general lack of party willingness to engage in ADR due to concerns about fairness and the enforceability of the process. The study makes several of suggestions to improve the ADR environment in the oil and gas sector. They involve introducing more robust ADR provisions in oil and gas agreements to prevent future disputes, improving the legal environment to support ADR processes and more education and training for industry stakeholders of the benefits of ADR. The research aims to promote alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in the oil and gas industry to ensure stability and effectiveness of the industry in Uganda and beyond. This study fills a gap in the literature and provides valuable guidance for industry, legislators and lawyers to help promote the growth and viability of the oil and gas industry.
A legal analysis of the protection of health rights in the promotion of the oil and gas industry in Uganda
(Uganda Christian University, 2026-06-27) Winny Epiphany Afoyorwoth
The discovery of oil and gas in any country is usually considered a blessing due to its well-founded role in guaranteeing sustainable economic development. However, the oil and gas exploration and production process comes with adverse effects, in particular, the upstream activities that usually pollute the environment and subsequently destroy the natural ecosystems thereby threatening human livelihood, notably the right to a clean and healthy environment. This study was guided by three specific objectives; to analyze the effectiveness of the law in protecting the environment from oil and gas activities, the efficacy of the law in promoting the right to a clean and healthy environment, and to examine the feasibility of the existing institutional framework to protect the environment from the adverse effects of oil and gas activities in Uganda. The study adopted a qualitative doctrinal legal research design and systematically collected legal and non-legal textual data. Content and thematic data analysis techniques were applied in analyzing and interpreting the data collected. The study revealed that several legal instruments were formulated to govern the activities of oil and gas in Uganda. Overall, the laws strongly emphasize the necessity to manage the environment sustainably, strict application of pollution control license, application of strict liability for any damages to human health and the environment, and oil and gas project developers are mandated to apply the mitigation hierarchy as indicated under the laws. The institutions concerned have specialized units that perform specific responsibilities to ensure the provisions of the laws are properly implemented. The study recommends that the laws should be periodically revised and their provisions be implemented without fear or favor to achieve its objective of preserving the environment.
Key Words: Legal analysis, Health rights, Oil and gas industry.
Exploring students’ perceptions of teaching methods for enhancing perception in the competence-based curriculum in Uganda: a case of Mengo Secondary School in Kaampala District, Uganda
(Uganda Christian university, 2026-06-19) James Magambo Sabiiti
study explored students’ perceptions of teaching methods under the Competence-Based Curriculum (CBC) at Mengo Secondary School in Kampala District, Uganda. The Competence-Based Curriculum waThiss introduced to promote learner-centred teaching approaches aimed at enhancing learner participation, motivation, critical thinking, and practical skills acquisition. However, concerns have been raised regarding the continued use of teacher-centred approaches, which may limit effective implementation of the curriculum. The purpose of the study was to explore students’ perceptions of teaching methods used under the Competence-Based Curriculum. A qualitative case study design was employed. Data were collected from students and teachers through interviews, focus group discussions, and classroom observations. Data were analyzed thematically. The findings revealed that learner-centred teaching methods, including group discussions, project work, classroom presentations, and practical activities, enhanced students’ classroom participation. The findings further indicated that interactive teaching approaches increased learner motivation by making learning more engaging and relevant to real-life experiences. In addition, practical and activity-based teaching methods were perceived to promote the acquisition of practical skills, problem-solving abilities, and collaborative competencies. However, challenges such as large class sizes, inadequate instructional materials, and limited time for practical activities constrained effective implementation of learner-centred approaches. The study concluded that students generally perceived learner-centred teaching methods positively and considered them important in achieving the goals of the Competence-Based Curriculum. The study recommends increased teacher support, continuous professional development, and provision of adequate instructional resources to strengthen effective CBC implementation.