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Analysis of Information and Communication Technologies in the Management of Climate Change Impacts in Uganda
(International Journal of Information Technology and Business Management, 2017) Magolo, John F.; Basheka, C. Benon; Picho, Epiphany Odubuker
Well-tested and implemented Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) can and should be an integral part of climate change impacts management (mitigation, preparedness, response, and rehabilitation). ICTs can play an important role in the collection, retrieval, dissemination, and storage of information, to ensure that it is available to those who need it, at the time and place it is needed. However, access to adequate infrastructure is a prerequisite for the adoption and use of ICTs in risk reduction and disaster response coordination. The implementation of ICTs for climate change impacts management in Uganda is uneven among regions, and the lack of access to modern and up-to-date ICT infrastructure has severely hampered the effectiveness of a disaster management authority to competently respond to identified hazards. This therefore calls for increase in the amount of ICT infrastructure information gathering, hazard and vulnerability assessments, early warning alerting, quick response capability, and the coordination of rehabilitation activities both locally and nationally.
Decision Making and Staff Commitment in the School of Finance and Banking in Kigali - Rwanda: A Pragmatic Study
(Global Journal of Interdisciplinary Social Sciences, 2015) Kiiza, Pascal; Picho, Epiphany Odubuker
The purpose of the study was to investigate the relationship between Decision Making and Staff Commitment in the School of Finance and Banking in Kigali Rwanda. A cross-sectional survey design was used with the target sample size of 97 out of 130 parent population. The total number of questionnaires that were filled and returned was 78, giving a high response rate of 80.5 percent. Due to the heterogeneous nature of the population, the researchers used stratified sampling and random sampling. Descriptive analysis involving frequencies, percentages and Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient for inferential statistics were carried out. The correlation between the two variables was weak at 0.425, and significant at 0.000 value. The results were linearly correlated and this implies that staff commitment is positively correlated with participation in decision making; whenever employees are involved in decision making process, they are likely to be more committed and vice versa.
Delegation and Staff Commitment in the School of Finance and Banking in Kigali, Rwanda: An Empirical Study
(Global Journal of Commerce & Management Perspective, 2015) Kiiza, Pascal; Picho, Epiphany Odubuker
The purpose of the study was to investigate the relationship between Delegation of Authority and Staff Commitment in the School of Finance and Banking in Kigali, Rwanda. A cross-sectional survey design was used with the target sample size of 97 out of 130 parent population. The total number of questionnaires that were filled and returned was 78, giving a high response rate of 80.5 percent. Due to the heterogeneous nature of the population, the researchers used stratified sampling and random sampling. Descriptive analysis involving frequencies, percentages and Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient for inferential statistics were carried out. The correlation between the two variables was weak at .287, and significant at .011 value. The results were linearly correlated and this implies that staff commitment is positively correlated with Delegation of Authority; whenever employees are delegated authority, they are likely to be more committed and vice versa.
Developing a construct validity under Herzberg’s theory for motivation of employees in the National Agricultural Research Organization (NARO) – Uganda: an exploration of motivational factors affecting agricultural research organizations in Sub-Saharan Africa
(International Journal of Humanities and Social Science, 2015) Lukwago, George; Basheka, Benon; Picho, Epiphany Odubuker
An exploratory study has been undertaken to understand possible factors related to motivation of researchers in Sub-Saharan Africa’s (SSA) agricultural research context. This is part of a large study aimed to develop construct validity under Herzberg’s theory for motivation of employees in the National Agricultural Research Organization in Uganda. In this exploratory study, publications related to motivational factors in SSA agricultural research systems have been reviewed. Institutionalization of incentives, service conditions, job security and salary packages have been identified as key hygiene factors. On the other hand recognition, meaningful work, flexibility, career development, self-drive, freedom and work overload are critical motivators.
The economic contribution of artisanal and small-scale gold mining in Uganda: a case of Mubende and Buhweju districts
(International Journal of Technology and Management, 2016-06) Picho, Epiphany Odubuker; Nabaasa, Herbert; Ngaka, Willy
Small-scale mining is often used interchangeably with artisanal mining, with acceptance that there is no consistent global definition for the terms. Broadly, smallscale mining refers to the exploitation of marginal or small deposits of minerals by individuals, groups or organizations with minimal or no mechanization. Smallscale mining (SM) is one of the emerging economic activities providing alternative livelihoods globally with more than 13 million artisanal and small-scale miners and about 150 million people indirectly reliant on it (ILO, 2003). In Uganda, Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Mining is on the increase and is largely a poverty-driven activity used as a coping mechanism with thousands of local communities currently engaged in the mining practice (MEMD, 2011). The communities in the mining sites live in deplorable sanitary conditions, use toxic chemicals such as mercury in the gold extraction and have severely degraded fragile ecosystems that support their livelihoods (NEMA, 2012).
The Effect of ICT on Households’ Food Security in Uganda. Evidence from Acholi Sub Region in Northern Uganda
(International Journal of Technology and Management, 2018-06-30) Picho, Epiphany Odubuker; Namubiru, Margaret; Ngaka, Willy
According to the Global Food Security Report (2017), about 108 million people are food insecure all over the world, and the situation is likely to worsen. It is estimated that by 2050, 9.1 billion people worldwide will be food insecure (FAO-UN, 2010). ICT is known for promoting food security in rural areas through access to information (Olaniyi, 2016). An investigation of ICT usage on households’ food security is therefore paramount. The study aimed at investigating the effect of ICT utilization on households’ food security in Uganda, with evidence from Acholi Sub region. The study employed a cross- sectional and descriptive research design through quantitative and qualitative research approach. Data was obtained with the help of 380 questionnaires, Focused discussion guide, documentary review and observation checklist. Results shows that on average 18.2% of the households in Acholi sub-region use ICT tools to access food security information while 31.9% do not use ICT tools for food security information. It was also found that the majority of the households’ access information through the available Local FM radios followed by mobile phones. Findings also indicate that utilization of ICT tools in accessing food security information improves households’ food security status by 38%. The study recommends more development of ICT infrastructure in the region to increase access to information for households’ food security.
The Effect of Involvement on Staff Performance in Yumbe District Local Government – Uganda
(Global Journal of Commerce & Management Perspective, 2016) Ijosiga, Abdul Wahid; Picho, Epiphany Odubuker
The study set to determine the effect of involvement on staff performance in Yumbe District Local Government, Uganda. It adopted Cross–Sectional Correlational Survey design. The design employed both quantitative and qualitative approaches. From the sample size of 186 respondents selected, a total of 132 questionnaires were returned, 10 respondents were interviewed, representing a response rate of 76%. According to Blaikie (2009), samples with response rate above 50% are regarded as good. The researchers used both descriptive and inferential statistics to analyze the data from the questionnaires. Results revealed that involvement of staff and performance had a weak co-relation but, statistically significant (a coefficient 0.334 at 0.05 significance level), in Yumbe District Local Government in Uganda.
Effective Communication and Staff Commitment in the School of Finance and Banking in Kigali - Rwanda: An Experimental Study
(Global Journal of Commerce & Management Perspective, 2015) Kiiza, Pascal; Picho, Epiphany Odubuker
The purpose of the study was to investigate the relationship between Effective Communication and Staff Commitment in the School of Finance and Banking in Kigali - Rwanda. A cross-sectional survey design was used with the target sample size of 97 out of 130 parent population. The total number of questionnaires that were filled and returned was 78, giving a high response rate of 80.5 percent. Due to the heterogeneous nature of the population, the researchers used stratified sampling and random sampling. Descriptive analysis involving frequencies, percentages and Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient for inferential statistics were carried out. The correlation between the two variables was weak at 0.355, and significant at 0.001 value. The results were linearly correlated and this implied that Effective Communication is positively correlated with staff commitment; whenever employers are effective in communication, staff are likely to be more committed and vice versa.
Efficacy of institutional framework in managing wild life trade in Uganda : preliminary evidence
(Makerere Business Journal, 2018) Picho, Epiphany Odubuker; Musinguzi, James; Basheka, Benon C.
Purpose: The aim of this paper is to report preliminary evidence on evaluating the efficacy of the institutional framework in the management of trade in wildlife products in Uganda. Methodology: The study adopted a descriptive cross sectional survey design. Analysis was done thematically and content for qualitative (interview) data and archival data respectfully; and also SPSS for quantitative data analysis from a sample 169 subjects. The hypotheses were tested using hierarchical regression. Findings: The institutional framework for managing wildlife trade in Uganda is weak. The study also found that efficacious institutional framework and management tools of planning and control have a predictive force. Originality/Value: This paper answers the pertinent question of whether the management of wildlife in Uganda in the propensity to use and patronize wildlife trade is efficacious. The paper provides the initial evidence of the application of institutional and broken windows theories as relevant frameworks for understanding management of wildlife trade.
Feedback and staff performance in Yumbe district Local Government –Uganda
(Global Journal of Commerce & Management Perspective, 2016) Ijosiga, Abdul Wahid; Picho, Epiphany Odubuker
The study set to establish how feedback affects staff performance in Yumbe District, Uganda. The study adopted Cross –Sectional Correlational Survey design. In the design the researchers employed both qualitative and quantitative approaches. From the sample size of 186 respondents selected, a total of 132 questionnaires were returned, 10 respondents were interviewed, representing a response rate of 76%. According to Blaikie (2009), samples with response rate above 50% are regarded as good. The researchers used both descriptive and inferential statistics to analyze the data from the questionnaires. Results revealed that feedback to the staff and performance had a strong correlation, and statistically significant (a coefficient 0. 641** at 0.05 significance level), in Yumbe District Local Government in Uganda.
The Health and Ecological Implications of Mercury use in Artisanal Gold Extraction Process
(International Journal of Technology and Management, 2018-06-12) Picho, Epiphany Odubuker; Nabaasa, Herbert; Ngaka, Willy
This paper presents findings of the study to examine the implications of Mercury use in artisanal gold mining on the ecological systems and the miners’ health. Mercury is extensively used in gold extraction by artisans with implications on their health and the environment.Although Artisanal Gold Mining is an important economic activity that underpins the livelihoods of many people in Uganda and elsewhere in worldwide, the public health and ecological issues particularly, the mercury use in the gold extraction process are of great concern. Unfortunately, the major focus in Sub-Saharan Africa has traditionally been on large-scale mining with less interest on health, safety and environment issues in artisanal gold mining (Collier, 2010). An exploratory cross sectional study design was used to examine the implications of Mercury use in artisanal gold mining on the ecological systems and the miners’ health in the districts of Mubende and Buhweju. 384 respondents were selected from artisans, minining rights holders and local leaders. Data was collected using observation checklists, survey questionnaire, interview guide and documents review guide. The findings indicated a strong correlation between the variables of interest determined using odds ration and 95% confidence intervals. It was established that, the mining communities live in deplorable sanitary conditions, use toxic chemicals such as mercury in the gold extraction process putting their health at a great risk and have severely degraded fragile ecosystems that should support their livelihoods.In order to assess the relationship between the use mercury in gold extraction and ecological/health implications, all the factors that were significant at bi-variate level were subjected to a multivariate analysis using logistic regression model. The significant factors such as the implication of mercury use on land and water, miners’ livelihood security and food production were fitted in the model and subjected to further analysis. A Back Ward Stepwise Logistic Regression was used to control for all probable confounding variables in the test. The controls were done through model modification. The best logistic regression model fitted finally predicted the probability or chance that mercury use in gold extraction significantly affects the miner’s health and ecological value.
Human Capacity and Procurement Performance at Two Tertiary Institutions in Uganda
(Makerere Journal of Higher Education (MAJOHE), 2017) Picho, Epiphany Odubuker
This study aimed at establishing the ways in which institutional human capacity affects performance in public procurement at Uganda College of Commerce (UCC), Pakwach and National Teachers College (NTC), Muni, both located in West Nile sub-region of Uganda. The study followed a cross-sectional survey design. Both quantitative and qualitative approaches were used. This study targeted a random sample of 122 respondents. Purposive sampling was also used to select the Accounting Officers and the Contracts Committee members of the institutions. The findings revealed a positive correlation (.611) between institutional human capacity and procurement performance. Thus, it was concluded that institutional human capacity (measured in terms of professionalism and competence) affected performance in institutions in the region. Therefore, prioritisation of institutional human capacity building is recommended.
Institutional culture and procurement performance in tertiary institutions in West Nile Sub-Region of Uganda.
(European Journal of Management and Marketing Studies, 2017) Picho, Epiphany Odubuker
The study aimed to establish how institutional culture affects performance in public procurement in tertiary institutions in West Nile sub-region of Uganda. A cross-sectional study design was used. Both quantitative and qualitative approaches were adopted in the study. This study targeted a sample of 122 respondents. Simple random sampling technique was used to select amongst the user departments’ staff. Purposive sampling was used to select the Accounting Officers and Contract Committee members. Quantitative data analysis mainly consisted of descriptive statistics (frequencies and percentages) and inferential statistics (Spearman Rank Order Correlation). Findings revealed that there was a moderate positive correlation ( rho = .474) between institutional culture and procurement performance. Thus, it was concluded that institutional culture significantly affected performance in public procurement in tertiary institutions in West Nile sub-region of Uganda. It is recommended that tertiary institutions in West Nile Sub-region of Uganda should focus on institutional culture to improve performance in public procurement.
Institutional legal environment and public procurement performance in tertiary institutions in West Nile Sub Region of Uganda.
(Global Journal of Commerce & Management Perspective, 2017) Picho, Epiphany Odubuker
The study aimed to establish how institutional legal environment affects performance in public procurement in tertiary institutions in West Nile sub region of Uganda. A cross-sectional study design was used. Both quantitative and qualitative approaches were adopted in the study. This study targeted a sample of 122 respondents. Simple random sampling technique was used to select sample amongst the user departments’ staff. Purposive sampling technique was used to select the Accounting Officer and Contract Committee members. Quantitative data analysis mainly consisted of descriptive statistics (frequencies and percentages) and inferential statistics (Spearman Rank Order Correlation). Findings revealed an insignificantly very weak positive correlation (rho = .065) between institutional legal framework and procurement performance. Thus, it was concluded that institutional legal environment, measured in terms of procurement legislations and the Procurement regulations, significantly affected performance in public procurement in tertiary institutions in West Nile sub region of Uganda. It is recommended that tertiary institutions in West Nile sub region of Uganda should focus on other institutional dynamics like institutional human capacity, institutional culture, institutional politics and institutional ethical values, but not on institutional legal environment since the correlation was very weak, in order to improve performance in public procurement in tertiary institutions in the sub region.
Institutional politics and performance of procurement in tertiary institutions in West Nile sub-region of Uganda
(European Journal of Management and Marketing Studies, 2017) Picho, Epiphany Odubuker
This study aimed to establish how institutional politics affect performance in public procurement in tertiary institutions in West Nile sub-region of Uganda. A crosssectional study design was used. Both quantitative and qualitative approaches were adopted in the study. The study targeted a sample of 122 respondents. Simple random sampling technique was used to select amongst the user department staff. Purposive sampling was used to select the Accounting Officers and Contracts Committee members. Quantitative data analysis mainly consisted of descriptive statistics (frequencies and percentages) and inferential statistics (Spearman Rank Order correlation). Findings revealed a very weak negative correlation ( rho = -.292) between institutional politics and performance of procurement. Thus, it was concluded that institutional politics, measured in terms of relationship between principals and agents and pursuit of individual agendas/self-interest, significantly affected performance of procurement in tertiary institutions in West Nile sub-region of Uganda. It is recommended that tertiary institutions in West Nile sub-region of Uganda should focus on institutional politics to improve their performance in public procurement.
Instructional resource provision and teacher effectiveness in universal secondary education in Uganda
(Global Journal of Commerce & Management Perspective, 2015) Oryema, Florence; Picho, Epiphany Odubuker
This study was intended to examine the effect of Instructional Resource Provision on Teacher Effectiveness in Universal Secondary Education (USE) in Yumbe District – Uganda. The study adopted a Case Study Design to allow indepth study. Quantitative and Qualitative research paradigm were engaged. A total of 120 questionnaires were administered to the respondents and all the questionnaires were received back, registering a response rate of 100%. Descriptive statistics were the main technique used to analyze the data generated to produce results. On the over all, the study established that instructional resource provision and use was inadequate and therefore, it contributed to teacher ineffectiveness in USE schools in Yumbe District.
Knowledge acquisition and organisational performance:
(Forum Scientiae Oeconomia, 2023-03-30) Picho, Epiphany Odubuker; Paliszkiewicz, Joanna
The role of knowledge as an essential source of competitive advantage in organisations has become critical. To operate effectively in today’s economy, it is necessary to become a knowledge-based organisation. The purpose of this research, therefore, is to assess the impact of knowledge acquisition on the organisational performance of National Teachers’ Colleges (NTCs) in Uganda. Using a questionnaire, from a target population of 221, data were collected from a sample size of 141 respondents from the five National Teachers’ Colleges in Uganda. The data were analysed using descriptive statistical techniques, which included frequencies and percentages, and inferential statistical techniques, which included Spearman’s correlation, the coefficient of determination, and regression analyses to determine the impact of knowledge management as an independent variable on the performance of the NTCs. The findings show a moderate positive relationship (rho = 0.670) between knowledge acquisition and the performance of NTCs in Uganda. The coefficient of determination (rho2 = 0.449) shows that knowledge acquisition accounted for 44.9% of the change in the performance of the NTCs in Uganda. The significance value (p = 0.000) was less than .05. Hence, the hypothesis that knowledge acquisition has a significant positive impact on the performance of NTCs in Uganda was accepted. This study will guide the NTCs to integrate their knowledge and assets such as databases, people and their experience and expertise, systems, policies, and procedures into knowledge management in order to improve performance. The results of this research will be used to improve the management of knowledge at the NTCs in Uganda, which may lead to an improvement in the way NTCs make themselves relevant to the society in which they operate.
Knowledge sharing and organizational performance in Uganda: The Case of National Teachers Colleges (NTCs)
(The Ugandan Journal of Management and Public Policy Studies, 2023-12-25) Picho, Epiphany Odubuker
The role of knowledge as the essential source of competitive advantage in organizations has become critical. This is because of the emerging competitive environment in today’s global marketplace, where organizations have realized the need to remain competitive through knowledge sharing. Many companies know that to operate effectively in today’s economy, it is necessary to become a knowledge-based organization. However, only a few truly understand what that means or how to implement the changes required to bring it about. This research aimed to assess the impact of knowledge sharing on the organizational performance of NTCs in Uganda. Data was collected using questionnaires in July 2022 from the teaching staff of the five National Teachers’ Colleges that train teachers in Uganda, targeting a sample of 141 respondents. Data was analyzed using descriptive statistics, which included frequencies and percentages, and inferential statistics, which included Spearman correlation, coefficient of determination, and regression analyses in determining the impact of knowledge sharing as an independent variable on the performance of the NTCs as the dependent variable. It was, therefore, concluded from the findings that knowledge sharing positively impacted the organizational performance of NTCs in Uganda. This study will guide the NTCs to integrate their knowledge assets, including databases, people, experience, and expertise of these people, systems, policies, and procedures during knowledge management for their better performance. Moreover, the results of this research will be used to improve the sharing of knowledge at the NTCs in Uganda, which may lead to improvement in the way NTCs make themselves relevant to the society in which they operate.
Knowledge storage and organizational performance: an empirical study of National Teachers Colleges (NTCS) in Uganda
(Polish Journal of Management Studies, 2023-06-22) Picho, Epiphany Odubuker; Paliszkiewicz, Joanna; Skarzyńska, Edyta
The importance of knowledge as a critical factor in providing organizations with a competitive advantage has become increasingly crucial. Organizations need to adopt a knowledge-based approach to operate effectively in today's economy. This is due to the competitive environment in the global marketplace, where organizations have recognized the need to remain competitive through adequate knowledge storage. This study aims to evaluate the impact of knowledge storage on the performance of organizations, specifically the National Teachers' Colleges (NTCs) in Uganda. Data obtained using a questionnaire were collected from 141 respondents from a target population of 221 from five national teacher training colleges in Uganda. The data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistical techniques to determine the impact of knowledge storage as an independent variable on NTCs' performance. The analysis revealed a strong positive impact ( = .510) of knowledge storage on the performance of the NTCs in Uganda. The coefficient of determination indicated that knowledge storage accounted for 51.0% of the change in NTCs' performance. Further testing showed that the significance value (p = .000) was less than the recommended .05, supporting the study's findings. The study guides for NTC to integrate its knowledge and assets, such as databases, people, experience, expertise, systems, policies, and procedures, into knowledge management to improve performance. The results of this study will be used to improve knowledge storage at the NTCs in Uganda, resulting in improved relevance to Ugandan society and beyond.
Leadership Styles and Employee Job Satisfaction in Uganda: the Case of Uganda Management Institute
(European Journal of Management and Marketing Studies, 2016) Picho, Epiphany Odubuker
The purpose of the study was to investigate the relationship between Leadership Styles and job satisfaction among the staff of Uganda Management Institute. A descriptive cross-sectional survey design was used with a sample size being 118. Purposive, stratified and systematic sampling techniques were used to select respondents. Data analysis involved frequencies and percentages, Spearman rank Order correlation, coefficient of determination, regression, and ANOVA. There was a strong positive relationship between employee perception of leadership styles and job satisfaction. Employee perception of leadership styles accounted for 37.0% of variance in job satisfaction. It is concluded that there was a linear relationship between the independent variable and the dependent variable. It is recommended that leaders at Uganda Management Institute should revisit its leadership styles practices in order to enhance employee job satisfaction at the institute.

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