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Gladys ManzunzuMidlands State University, ZimbabweEmail: manzunzugladys@gmail.com Abstract: The study examined strategies adopted by teachers in the implementation of Guidance and Counselling in junior primary schools. This paper is based on my Phd studies and only presents one facet of it. Guidance and Counselling is an area that has recently gained traction in the primary school curriculum, hence, the need to upscale its implementation. An interpretive qualitative case study research design was utilized enabling teachers to share their experiences and thoughts in a naturalistic setting and allows the researcher to capture detailed, nuanced perspectives from teachers in the real-worldcontexts. Twenty participants […]
Dionysius Joseph MsilikareTanzania Public Service College, Tabora CampusEmail: dionymsilikare@gmail.com Abstract: This study examined the influence of mobile money usage on financial inclusion among rural households in Bukombe District, Tanzania. Specifically, it explored how mobile money enhanced access to savings and financial services, facilitated access to credit, and influenced household financial decision-making and resilience. Guided by Financial Capability Theory, the study employed a qualitative case study design. Data was collected from 25 purposively selected participants, including rural household members and mobile money agents, using focus group discussions and semi-structured interviews. The data were analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings revealed that […]
John Bosco Turyasingura – Department of Management Science Moses Agaba – Department of Management Science Jesse David Kabagambe – Department of Business Studies Jasper Atukwase – Department of Procurement and LogisticsFaculty of Economics and management Sciences Turikanawe Francis – Department of Management Science Kabale University Email: jboturyasingura@kab.ac.ug/ magaba@kab.ac.ug/ jkabagambe@kab.ac.ug/ jatukwase@kab.ac.ug Abstract: The study aimed to investigate the causes of alcohol consumption in Kabale, Rubanda, and Rukiga Districts. The study used a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative and qualitative techniques to provide a thorough understanding of the causes of alcohol consumption in Kabale, Rubanda, and Rukiga Districts. Data from 618 respondents was […]
Jamada Matende – Department of Business Studies Turyasingura John Boco – Department of Business Studies Agaba Moses – Department of Business Studies Arinaitwe Julius Byarugaba – Department of Business Studies Atukwase Jasper – Department of Procurement and Logistics Management Alice Ngele Mwazuna – Department of Business Studies Barigye Godfry – Department of Governance Turinawe Francis – Department of Business Studies Faculty of Economics and Management Sciences. Kabale University. Uganda. Abstract: Using a cross-sectional survey design, this study looked at how procurement preparation affected contract management in Kabale District. Data were gathered from 86 respondents and analysed quantitatively, supplemented by qualitative […]
Alice DhliwayoSolusi University, ZimbabweEmail: dhliwayoam@gmail.com Abstract: Humanizing pedagogy is a growing concept in this era of machine aided instruction to maintain the essential human face in education. Teacher educators become the locus of such innovation. This study explores the nexus of technology and compassion-based pedagogy in work integrated learning (WIL) preparation for preservice teachers. Through the lens of compassionate teaching framework, the study investigated how teacher educators humanized pedagogy through interplay of technologies and compassionate teaching practices within WIL context. Thirty (30) teacher educators from two teacher training colleges in the same province were used as population for the study. […]
Christian Hagenimana & Ruth OdengoUniversity of KigaliEmail: hagenichris@gmail.com /rodengo@uok.ac.rw Abstract: This study examined the effect of stakeholder engagement on project success, with a case study of the renovation of Amahoro Stadium in Kigali, Rwanda. The study objectives were: to examine the influence of project planning on project success; to analyse the effect of project execution mechanisms on project success; and to assess the effect of project decision making on project success. The target population was 150 project participants. The study applied Stakeholder Theory, Agency Theory, and the Resource-Based View (RBV). Both descriptive and inferential statistics were used, employing Pearson correlation […]
Felix NjiniMidlands State University, ZimbabweEmail: njinif@sid.adventist.org Abstract: This study primarily aimed to develop a sustainable crisis management model to effectively address university student unrest in Zimbabwe. The research was motivated by the recurring nature of student unrest in both public and private universities, largely attributed to the country’s volatile socio-economic and political environment. The study adopted a constructivist paradigm under qualitative approach and qualitative descriptive research design with analytic generalization to explore the experiences of internal stakeholders and develop a model for sustainable crisis management of student unrest. Two universities were selected on pragmatic access grounds; within them, purposive sampling […]
Cleopas ZhouMidlands State University, ZimbabweEmail: r09608n@students.msu.ac.zw Abstract: This study explores the paradox of School Heads in managing the implementation of the Heritage-Based Curriculum in Early Childhood Development (ECD) settings in Zvishavane District, Zimbabwe. The Heritage-Based Curriculum (HBC) emphasises integrating local cultural heritage, indigenous knowledge and community traditions into early learning to foster identity, values and holistic development. Using a qualitative research approach and a case study design, the researcher conducted semi-structured interviews with five School Heads, ten Teachers-in-Charge (T-I-Cs) completed questionnaires and classroom observations were done in five schools in the target district. The findings indicate that school administrators face […]
Abigirl Lumbe & Mercy KurebwaZimbabwe Open UniversityEmail: lumbea@zou.ac.zw/ kurebwam@zou.ac.zw Abstract: The study delves into the paradox of inclusion and exclusion in Open and Distance e-Learning (ODEL) for marginalized women and subalterns. Grounded in Social Inclusion Theory, it sought to illuminate the myriad challenges these groups face in accessing ODEL. The research underscores the vital importance of addressing social, economic, and cultural barriers that hinder inclusivity in educational opportunities. Utilizing qualitative methods, the study involved in-depth interviews with 20 women selected through purposive and snowball sampling techniques. Content analysis was also performed on admission records and registration statistics of active students […]
Yonny Pascal Ekwa MezuiUniversity of KigaliEmail: ekwamezui@gmail.com Abstract: This study examined the effect of capital adequacy on the profitability of selected commercial banks in Rwanda. Specifically, the study aimed to assess the effect of Capital Adequacy Ratio on bank profitability, examine the influence of Tier 2 Capital Ratio on bank profitability, and analyze the effect of Internal Capital Quality Ratio on bank profitability, while controlling for non-performing loans. The research adopted an explanatory research design using panel data methodology to analyze secondary data from eight commercial banks operating in Rwanda from 2018 to 2024. Bank profitability was measured using the […]
Kimalel Chepkoech Betty – Department of Early Childhood Development Education Audrey Matere – Department of Early Childhood Development Education Florence Boinett – Department of Curriculum Instruction and Media School of Education and Human Resource Development Kisii University Email: kimalelbetty161@gmail.com/ audreymatere@kisiiuniversity.ac.ke/ jepkosgei67@gmail.com Abstract: Despite the adoption of Competency-Based Education (CBE), evidence suggests that learners’ practical engagement and understanding remain limited. The purpose of the study was to examine the effect of observation-based assessment on learners’ achievement in environmental activities. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design, targeting a population of 810 head teachers, 1,085 pre-primary two teachers, and 6 Sub-County […]
Sikhathele Margaret Moyo & Dingindawo NcubeMatabeleland South Regional CampusZimbabwe Open UniversityEmail: margiemoyo@gmail.com/ ncubd@zou.ac.zw Abstract: The study sought to assess the effectiveness of the human resources retention strategies employed by the Ministry of Health and Child Care in health institutions Gwanda Urban in Matabeleland South province. The Ministry of Health and Child Care in Zimbabwe has experienced massive brain drain of employees such as doctors, nurses, environmental health technicians and the support staff in general to seek greener pastures in the private sector and in the diaspora, leaving health institutions in the country critically understaffed, leading to poor service delivery. In […]
Richard Wemesa Department of Management Sciences, King Ceasor University, Uganda Department of Applied Business Administration, Cornerstone University, Uganda Department of Research & Consultancy, the Uganda institute of Banking and Financial Services Department of Business Administration, Unicaf University, Uganda Email: richard.wemesa@gmail.com, richie.wemesa@gmail.com, wemesa@kcu.ac.ug, r.wemesa@uganda.unicaf.org, rwemesa@cu.ac.ug. Abstract: The paper explores the impact of US and Israel war against Iran on the Ugandan Economy. The military confrontation between US-Israel against the Islamic Republic of Iran started on 28th February 2026. The war received global attention due to the unexpected nature of attacks on both sides. The paper adopted qualitative research approach, (Ravitch and […]
Karen Nyamoita Magara, Peter Gutwa Oino, Vivian NyaataSchool of Arts and Social SciencesKisii UniversityEmail: nyamoita2016@gmail.com Abstract: Despite the proliferation of gender-responsive land policies and constitutional guarantees of equality, women in Kenya continue to experience constrained and insecure access to agricultural land, undermining both social equity and sustainable land management outcomes. This study examines how leadership and governance dynamics shape the persistent policy–practice gap in women’s land rights and its implications for sustainable agricultural land management. Anchored in the Feminist Political Ecology framework and enriched by classical anthropological perspectives on kinship, lineage systems, and customary tenure, the study employs a systematic […]
Joshua Napoco, Cyrus Muhanga & Hellen OpingoMasinde Muliro University of Science and Technologynapoco78@gmail.com/ muhanga88@gmail.com/ opingohellen@gmail.comhttps://orcid.org/0009-0003-5351-6852https://orcid.org/0009-0004-6451-5799 Abstract: Pastoralist communities in the Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs), particularly in the Turkana County, have extremely low transition rates between junior and senior secondary schools despite significant national initiatives of expanding access to education in Kenya. This research attempted to explore the sociocultural activities that act as impediments to senior school transition in Turkana County. A phenomenological research design was used in the study. This study concentrated on the experiences of parents, elders, teachers, and students based on the Ecological Systems Theory of Bronfenbrenner. […]
Francis Sengendo, Micheal Mawa & Frank Pio KiyinjiNkumba University, UgandaEmail: sengendofrancis2016@gmail.com Abstract: This study examined the influence of quality performance assessment and evaluation on perceived service delivery in private universities in Uganda’s Central Region. Grounded on Stakeholder, Expectancy, and Institutional theories, the research adopted a cross-sectional survey design involving 190 respondents from four purposively selected private universities. Findings reveal a strong positive correlation (r = 0.848, p < 0.001) between performance assessment practices and perceived service delivery, emphasizing the pivotal role of robust internal quality assurance systems in enhancing teaching effectiveness, research output, efficient student welfare, and effective community engagement. […]
Francis Sengendo, Micheal Mawa & Frank Pio KiyinjiNkumba University, UgandaEmail: sengendofrancis2016@gmail.com Abstract: This study investigated the relationship between curriculum quality and perceived service delivery in private universities in Uganda’s Central Region. Despite the establishment of the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) in 2003 and the introduction of quality assurance frameworks and several statutory instruments to enable institution establish and maintain strong internal quality assurance mechanisms, concerns persist regarding outdated curricula, weak responsiveness to labor market needs, and declining quality of services in private universities . Using a cross-sectional survey design, data were collected from 190 respondents, including students, academic […]
Protus Wafula Barasa, Peter Gutwa Oino & Dennis MamboleoSchool of Arts and Social SciencesKisii UniversityEmail: protus.wafulabarasa@gmail.com Abstract: Maize yield gaps remain a persistent challenge in liberalized agricultural systems despite extensive policy reforms aimed at improving productivity in Sub-Saharan Africa and other developing regions. This study systematically synthesizes global evidence on the agroecological and socioeconomic determinants of maize yield gaps, with particular attention to smallholder farming systems in Kenya as an illustrative context. Guided by the PRISMA 2020 framework, a systematic review of 212 peer-reviewed and grey literature sources published between 2010 and 2025 was conducted. Data were retrieved from major […]
Simon Peter Kaaya – Ward Executive Officer, Bwawani Ward, Arusha District Council Nabahani Kimboka – Tengeru Institute of Community Development Email: kimboka83@gmail.com Abstract: Tanzanite mining in Mirerani, Manyara Region, Tanzania, represents a unique resource ecosystem where high-value gemstone extraction intersects with complex social, institutional and political dynamics. This study examined the root causes and dynamics of Tanzanite resource-use conflicts, employing a qualitative case study design to capture perspectives from 121 stakeholders, including small-scale miners, investors, brokers and local authorities. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, focus group discussions and document review and analyzed thematically to identify recurrent patterns and relationships. […]
Frederic Niyongira – University of Rwanda, College of Education (UR-CE), African Centre of Excellence for Innovative Teaching and Learning Mathematics and Science (ACEITLMS) Email: fniyongira55@gmail.com Jean Baptiste Ndagijimana – University of Rwanda, College of Education & University of Kigali Email: j.ndagijimana2@ur.ac.rw & jndagijimana@uok.ac.rw Abstract: This research investigates the Effect of integrating ICT tools on students’ academic achievement in Mathematics at selected upper secondary schools in Muhanga District, Rwanda. Employing a mixed-methods design, the study targeted a population of 1,268 participants, comprising 1,243 students and 25 teachers, with a final sample of 303 students and 12 teachers drawn from 12 schools. […]
Phoebe Nabawanuka – School of Education, Kyambogo University Eric Dounglas Kalanda – School of Education, Kyambogo University Berna Lutaaya – School of Education, Kampala International University Email: dkalanda@kyu.ac.ug Abstract: Female lecturers in in public Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) experience slow academic career progression. This qualitative study therefore explored the institutional and individual support that facilitates their advancement. Guided by the objective of examining how such support enables career progression, the study was anchored in Social Cognitive Career Theory (SCCT) and informed by liberal feminist philosophy. A multiple case study design was adopted, with the two universities purposively selected. Participants were […]
Sylvia Kerubo, Beatrice Nyakan, Elijah OmosaKisii UniversityEmail: syliviakerubopamela@gmail.com Abstract: The study focused on the management strategies of principals on learners’ academic achievement, despite government funding being similar, schools in Nyamira North sub-county perform below average. The study was guided by two objectives: assessing the principal management of infrastructural facilities and financial resources on learners’ academic achievement. Systems theory was used; descriptive research design was employedd. Data collected by questionnaires and interviews schedule. The target population was 54 principals and 580 teachers. A sample size of 16 principals was purposively sampled, and 163 teachers were randomly sampled. The study used stratified […]
Joel RumanyikaCollege of Business Education (Dodoma Campus)Department of Information, Communication Technology and MathematicsP.O. Box 2077, Dodoma-TanzaniaE-mail: rummjoe@gmail.comhttp://orcid.org/0000-0002-6048-8947 Abstract: Street trading is a dominant form of informal work that sustains livelihoods in urban Tanzania. This study designed and developed an Automated Voucher Selling System (AVSS) to address challenges associated with the manual paper-based voucher system at Machinga Complex, Dodoma, including inefficiency, inaccuracy, fraud, insecurity, and environmental waste. The system design was guided by a Design Science Research (DSR) approach integrated with a co-design process. Qualitative data were collected through in-depth interviews with 31 street traders, followed by a focus group discussion […]
Precious Natureeba, Aloysius Rukundo & Sudi BalimuttajjoDepartment of Educational Foundations and PsychologyMbarara University of Science and Technology, Ugandahttps://orcid.org/0009-0004-1073-8268Email: natureebaprecious@gmail.com Abstract: This study explored organisational citizenship behaviour (OCB) among teachers in government-aided secondary schools in Greater Bushenyi, Uganda, focusing on head teachers’ perceptions, experiences, and strategies for improvement. Guided by Social Exchange Theory and Organ’s OCB framework, the study examined how discretionary behaviours such as altruism, conscientiousness, courtesy, sportsmanship, and civic virtue are understood and practised within school contexts. Aqualitative descriptive research design was adopted, and data were collected from ten head teachers using key informant interviews. Data were analysed using […]
Christopher Martin Sunday Isabirye – Kyambogo University, Uganda Lydia Namatende-Sakwa – Kyambogo University, Uganda APHRC Campus, Manga Close, Nairobi, Kenya Elizabeth Opit – Kyambogo University, Uganda Bashir Kishabale – Kyambogo University, Uganda Email: cisabirye92@gmail.com Abstract: This qualitative case study explored the practices of implementing collaborative learning in health tutor education in Uganda. Using a qualitative research approach and case study design, the study specifically examined the collaborative practices enacted by lecturers during lesson delivery at Health Tutors’ College Mulago. Following purposive sampling, data were collected through in-depth interviews with lecturers, focus group discussions with the students and non-participant observations of […]
Solomon Ikote MuntetSchool of Tourism, Hospitality and Events ManagementMoi University, KenyaEmail: somuntet@gmail.com Abstract: The rapid diffusion of digital technologies has transformed tourist experiences and influenced destination competitiveness globally. In Kenya, tourism enterprises have gradually adopted mobile platforms, artificial intelligence (AI), virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR), digital payment systems, and social media to enhance service delivery and engagement. However, uneven digital infrastructure, limited technical skills, and high implementation costs constrain full utilization, particularly in rural and emerging destinations. Guided by Rogers’ Diffusion of Innovations Theory, the Technology Acceptance Model, and the Destination Competitiveness Framework, this study examined the influence of digital […]
Neema Ngowi, Perazia Robert Magesa & Pancreas NyaluhelaDepartment of Procurement and Supply ManagementCollege of Business Education – Mwanza CampusEmail: neyngowi67@gmail.com/ magesaperazia@gmail.com/ pnyaluhela@gmail.com Abstract: This study surveyed the influence of small-scale fish traders’ sourcing methods on fish sustainability in Lake Victoria, Mwanza, Tanzania, specifically in Magu District. Structured questionnaires and interviews were utilized to collect primary data for the cross-sectional study design. All of the Magu District’s small-scale fish sellers were part of the target population. Purposive sampling and simple random sampling techniques were used to choose the sample, while Cochran’s formula was used to determine the sample size of 384 […]
Tatu Lisso, Danford A. Sanga & Bahati D. MfungoLocal Government Training Institute, Dodoma, TanzaniaEmail: tattulesso@gmail.com Abstract: This paper focuses on how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can be used to manage climate change by reviewing the literature on the topic in terms of bibliometric analysis of articles published within the 2011-2023 from the Scopus database. The growing intensity of climate change has generated a sense of urgency of new and evidence-based adaptation solutions, and AI has become an effective tool to increase predictive power, make better decisions, and aid in resilience plans. The study employed VOSviewer, MS Excel, SPSS, and PRISMA 2020 […]
Solomon Ikote MuntetSchool of Tourism, Hospitality and Events ManagementMoi University, KenyaEmail: somuntet@gmail.com Abstract: Tourism in Kenya is highly exposed to the adverse effects of climate change due to its dependence on climate-sensitive natural attractions and ecosystems. However, the level of preparedness among tourism stakeholders to effectively respond to these impacts remains insufficiently implicit. This study therefore sought to examine the preparedness of tourism stakeholders for climate change impacts, identify existing gaps, and propose strategies for strengthening resilience within the sector. The study is grounded in the Adaptive Capacity Theory (Folke et al., 2003), which emphasizes that the resilience of socio-ecological […]
Adelaide Bandi, Caroline Wekullo, & Pamela BuhereMasinde Muliro University of Science and TechnologyAdelaidebandi2@gmail.com, cwekulo@mmust.ac.ke & Pbuhere@mmust.ac.ke Abstract; This study examined the influence of student support strategies on learners’ performance in the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) among public primary schools in Kakamega South Sub-County. In the context of Competency-Based Education (CBE) implementation and persistent rural proficiency gaps under the 100% transition policy, the research investigated the predictive role of remedial coaching, school feeding programs, guidance and counseling, bursaries, sanitary towel provision, and related initiatives on school-level mean KPSEA scores. A correlational research design was adopted, with the target population […]
Solomon Ikote MuntetSchool of Tourism, Hospitality and Events ManagementMoi University, KenyaEmail: somuntet@gmail.com Abstract: Despite the growth of tourism in the region, local communities continue to experience unequal access to benefits, limited participation in decision-making, and persistent socio-economic challenges. The purpose of the study was to assess how sustainable tourism practices influence livelihood outcomes among host communities. The study was guided by the Sustainable Livelihoods Framework, which emphasizes the role of human, social, natural, financial, and physical capital in shaping livelihood strategies and outcomes. A descriptive research design based on secondary data was adopted, where data were collected from peer-reviewed journal […]
Ezechiel Harerimana, Severin Mugwaneza & Cassien GahireAfrican Centre of Excellence for Innovative Teaching and learning Mathematics and Sciences (ACEITLMS),University of RwandaEmail: harerimana.ezechiel@yahoo.com Abstract: The shift from teacher-centered to student-centered (SC) learning has posed significant challenges worldwide, particularly in plant anatomy instruction. This study aims to analyze the difficulties faced in adopting a SC approach in plant anatomy education and highlights successful strategies with a focus on Nyamasheke District, Rwanda. The research employed a mixed-method design incorporating both quantitative and qualitative approaches. A purposive sampling technique was employed to select 83 from 105 targeted Biology teachers to participate in the study. […]
Doreen Munyasili Sikolia – Department of Curriculum, Instruction and Educational Media School of Education Ruth N. Otunga – Department of Curriculum, Instruction and Educational Media School of Education David Kessio – Department of Educational Management & Policy Studies Moi University, Kenya Email: sikoliad@gmail.com Abstract: In Kenya, English is the official language and medium of instruction, yet many learners struggle with comprehension and effective communication due to low speech proficiency. These challenges often lead to anxiety, poor academic performance, and social isolation. Early interventions are therefore essential for strengthening foundational language skills. Evidence shows that animations can enhance speech proficiency among […]
Matendo Didas – College of ICT, University of Dar es Salaam. Centre for ICT, St. John’s University of Tanzania, Dodoma, Tanzania James Chambua – College of ICT, University of Dar es Salaam Godfrey Justo – College of ICT, University of Dar es Salaam Email: matendodidas@gmail.com Abstract: The quality and interoperability of data from public health information systems (PHIS) are critical for effective decision-making yet remain a global challenge. This scoping review maps literature published between 2020 and 2025 to identify key issues related to data integration (DI) and data quality (DQ), along with their impacts and proposed solutions. The review followed […]
Josiah Norman Kazenga, Ecloss Munsaka & Mubanga MofuSchool of EducationDepartment of Educational Psychology, Sociology, and Special EducationThe University of Zambia, Great East Road CampusP.O. Box 32379Lusaka, ZambiaORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-2405-8251Email: josiahkazenga@gmail.com Abstract: This study examined the personal, social, and academic experiences of re-admitted teenage mothers in selected secondary schools in Nzega District, Tanzania, using a qualitative approach guided by a hermeneutic phenomenological design. 19 purposively selected participants were involved, including teenage mothers as the main participants, with peers and an academic master as supplementary participants. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews for teenage mothers and the academic master, and focus group discussions with […]
Donatha Uzayisenga – African Centre of Excellent for Innovative Teaching and Learning Mathematics and Science (ACEITLMS). Ezechiel Harerimana – African Centre of Excellent for Innovative Teaching and Learning Mathematics and Science (ACEITLMS). Felex Dushimimana – University of Rwanda- College of Education (UR-CE), Department of Mathematics, Sciences and Physical Education. Email: harerimana.ezechiel@yahoo.com Abstract: This study investigated biology teachers’ pedagogical knowledge and skills in using teaching and learning resources to enhance student learning interaction in selected upper secondary schools of Ngoma District, Rwanda. It was guided by the following specific objectives of this study were: (1) to identify the teaching and learning resources […]
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