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    Modeling Campaign Optimization Strategies in Political Elections under Uncertainty by Christopher, Senfuka, Paul, Kizito Mubiru, Maureen, N. Ssempijja

    Published 2020
    “…In most political campaigns,the overall goal of every candidate is to maximize the number of voters during the election exercise.In such an effort,cost effective methods in choosing the optimal campaign strategy areparamount.In this paper, a mathematical model is proposed that optimize campaign strategies of a political candidate.Considering uncertainty in voter support and cost implications in holding political rallies,we formulate a finite state markov decision process model where states of a markov chain represent possible states of support among voters.Using daily equal intervals,thecandidates‟s decision of whether or not to campaign and hold a political rally at a given location were made using discrete time Markov chains and dynamic programming over a finite period planning horizon.Empirical data was collected from two locations on a daily basis during the campaign exercise.The data collected was analyzed and tested to establish the optimal campaign strategy and costs at the respective locations.Results from the study indicated the existence of an optimal state-dependent campaign strategy and costs at the respective political rally locations.…”
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    The “Miss Curvy Uganda” pageant: representation, commodification and exploitation of women’s bodies by Francis Akena, Adyanga

    Published 2020
    “…This paper presents the paradox of the pageantry within the politics of patriarchy that exploits showcasing female bodies for generating revenue as well as the transformation of contemporary conscience in a neoliberal post-colonial economy.…”
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    Philosophical Identities in Market for University Education by Denis, Sekiwu, Nicholas, Itaaga, Anthony Mugagga, Muwagga

    Published 2020
    “…The study examines the metaphysics and political philosophy behind market competition for Uganda's University Education. …”
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    Impact of Ethnic Conflicts on the Development of the Buganda Kingdom. A Case Study of Wakiso District. by Abenawe, Hillary

    Published 2024
    “…This study investigated the impact of ethnic conflicts on the development of the Buganda Kingdom, a key cultural and political entity in Uganda. Historically, ethnic conflicts have significantly influenced Buganda's socio-economic and political landscape, affecting governance structures, resource distribution, and social cohesion. …”
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    The Impact of Unemployment on Youth Development and Nation Building in Kampala District: A Case Study of Lubaga Division. by Nabunya, Juliet

    Published 2024
    “…Other factors believed to influence the income of individuals are education level, age, gender, and place of residence were statistically significant. Political instability is also significant as it affects the employment levels…”
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    The Effect of Land Fragmentation on Poverty Levels in Rwamucucu Sub-County Rukiga District. by Nasasira, Severina

    Published 2024
    “…Land fragmentation has been a major concern worldwide and has spread as a result of various institutional, political, historical, and sociological factors such as inheritance laws, collectivization, and consolidation processes. …”
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    Privatisation and Organisational Performance: A case Study of Umeme Kabale District, Uganda. by Richard Kanyima, Rugumayo

    Published 2020
    “…The study findings indicated that there was political influence, fluctuating power supply due to fall in water levels, power theft and delayed connectivity of new customers. …”
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    Public Accountability and its Diverse Context: a Tale from Different Disciplinary Parameters. by Basheka, Benon

    Published 2023
    “…Accountability in itself is huge and can be seen from different angles and no issue of a journal like this one can pride of a capacity to cover all forms of accountability. There is political accountability, financial accountability, administrative accountability, managerial accountability, and professional accountability. …”
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    The Impact of Private Education Sector to The Development of Bukimbiri Sub-County, Kisoro District. by Tibesigwa, David

    Published 2023
    “…This has not happened in space but due to better infrastructure. political stability. political freedoms and rights, Governance and level of sciences and technology. …”
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    Examining the Challenges Facing Implementation of Government Programs on Poverty Eradication: A Case Study of Youth Livelihood Programme in Northern Division. by Nyamwiza, Lydia

    Published 2023
    “…Eradicating poverty in Uganda is an ethical, social, political, and economic imperative of all mankind in Uganda that has called on the government to address the root causes of poverty by providing the basic needs for all and ensuring that the poor have access to productive resources, including credit, and education. …”
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    Operationalization of the Decentralized Policy Framework in Uganda: An Examination of the Key Milestones and Challenges. by Mugavu, George, Mucunguzi, Abel

    Published 2024
    “…Of course there are governance challenges notably corruption, bribery and embezzlement of funds, political pressures and patronage all of which deter local governments from achieving their set goals and objectives. …”
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    Assessing the Effects of Tourism Revenue Sharing to the Improved Livelihood to the Neighboring Communities of Bwindi: A Case Study of Uhoma Sector. by Mutungyirehi, Dan

    Published 2023
    “…The study recommends that Uganda wildlife staff should always engage community political leaders, so that they involve other stake holders in conservation.…”
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