Implications of NFT as a sustainable fintech innovation for sustainable development and entrepreneurship by Suborna Barua, Uttam Golder, Rubaiyat Shaimom Chowdhury, Kashfia Sharmeen

“…Furthermore, using a narrative literature review, we determine that NFT-funded projects support achieving the SDGs (including decent work and economic growth; climate action; peace, justice, and strong institutions; quality education; partnerships for the goals; and industry, innovation, and infrastructure), fighting against hunger and poverty, promoting human well-being, facilitating financial inclusion, and reducing gender gaps, thereby ensuring business growth aligning with social benefits. …”
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Unearthing the reality of ‘Zombie energy systems’ in Africa’s energy transition by Michael O Dioha, Magnus C Abraham-Dukuma, Prudence Dato

“…Rooted in colonial-era legacies, economic constraints, and policy shortcomings, these energy systems have led to a persistent misalignment between energy supply and development goals, perpetuating energy poverty and limiting economic growth. In this piece, we identify ZES as a critical barrier to Africa’s energy transition, arguing that addressing it requires more than just infrastructure replacement. …”
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Teilhard de Chardin’s Vision of Science, Religion and Planetary Humanity: A Challenge to the Contemporary World by Ursula King

“…I examine how this vision – embracing science, religion and the future of humankind – presents a challenge to the contemporary world and an inspiration to create a better future for all.I first look at our world in crisis, dominated by science, but politically fragmented, suffering from much injustice, poverty and violence. Where are we going? Teilhard’s evolutionary, convergent and universalist thinking can be a guiding light for the contemporary world to move forward.At the present state of crisis, planetary humanity is faced, more than ever before, with the responsibility for its further self-evolution. …”
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Underutilized and neglected crop species and their role in enhancing household food security amid climate change, Wolaita Zone, Ethiopia by Dessalegn Shiferaw Yesuph, Dabalke Dabala Dalka, Masresha Tadesse Baye

“…However, producing and consuming these crops is often associated with poverty. The analysis revealed that 50 % of respondents have poor food consumption, 30 % are at the borderline, and only 20 % are at an acceptable level. …”
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Innovative Approaches to Ensuring Cybersecurity and Public Safety: The Socio-Economic Dimension

“…On the other hand, a high level of poverty among the population motivates a certain part of it to participate in cybercriminal activities. …”
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Determinants and Perception of Incest in Family Relationships in Uyo Capital City, Nigeria by Victoria Nkan, Enwongo Abasi Udofia, Deborah Uduk

“…Using a cross-sectional survey of 800 respondents (382 males, 418 females), the research identifies key determinants of incest, including poverty (15%), depression (14%), and alcoholism (16%), as well as factors like single parenting (15%) and divorce/separation (20%). …”
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The Social-Economic Effect on the Well Being of Teenage Mothers in Rweikiniro Sub- County, Ntungamo District. by Katushabe, Ferester

“…From the study findings, respondents pointed out that Parental influence played a central role in increasing adolescent pregnancy rate in Rweikiniro Sub County, Ntungamo District; other respondents revealed that early marriages were the sole cause of increasing teen pregnancy rate. Poverty, failure of family planning methods like Pills, Injections among others, family conflicts, and sexual immorality while Social media and Cultural rigidities were some of the factors that contributed to high adolescent pregnancy rate. …”
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Youth in Politics and Social Service Delivery in Kasese District: A Case Study of Kamulikizi Cell Nyamwamba Division. by Kamanzi, Julius

“…The biggest challenge was poverty as most were incapable of helping themselves in politics as most politics in the region have been commercialized. …”
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Youth in Politics and Social Service Delivery in Kasese District: A Case Study of Kamulikxzi Cell Nyamwamba Division. by Kamanzi, Julius

“…The biggest challenge was poverty as most were incapable of helping themselves in politics as most politics in the region have been commercialized. …”
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Assessing the Factors Influencing Youth Violence in Local Community: A Case Study of Kashambya Sub-County Rukiga District. by Asiimirwa, Crissy

“…The findings of the study revealed that poverty levels of 23% were the key driving factors toward youth violence in local communities. …”
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Exploring the Root Causes of Low Household Income among Smallholder Farmers in Kamuli District, Busoga Region, Uganda. by Lubaale, Ronald Gideon, Ocan, Johnson, Adyanga, Francis Akena

“…By addressing the root causes of low household income, this study sought to contribute to poverty reduction and food security in Kamuli District and beyond.…”
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Challenges to Teaching and Learning of Agriculture in Secondary Schools in Rubanda West Constituency Rubanda District. by Ariyo, Vincent

“…The study also identified non-institutional challenges such as unreliable rainfall, high poverty levels, inadequate agricultural land, and the urban backgrounds of some students. …”
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Effect of Parental Care and Teenage Pregnancy in Kirima Sub-County Kanungu District. by Ariho, Syliver

“…These challenges include poverty, which affects the ability of parents to afford school-related costs like uniforms and other supplies, poor sanitation and hygiene at schools, and negative attitudes from teachers and school administrators towards girls' education. …”
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Effects of Early Marriages on Youths in Kayonza Sub-County Ntungamo District. by Akakwatsa, Racheal

“…The study results on the effects of early marriage among the youth in Kayonza Sub County Ntungamo District, the highest number of respondents mentioned that young mothers are more likely to experience complications during childbirth, the lowest number of respondents mentioned that with incomplete education, the chances of securing stable, well-paying jobs are reduced, trapping the youth in cycles of poverty and economic dependence. The study results on the strategies for ending early marriage among the youth in Kayonza Sub County Ntungamo District, 28% the highest number of respondents mentioned the promotion of policies and programs that ensure young girls and boys to remain in school while the lowest number of respondents talked of ensuring the strict enforcement of existing laws that set a minimum legal age for marriage. …”
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The role of the African University in the Continent’s Development by Edoru, John Michael, Adebayo, Tajudeen Sanni

“…Without knowledge production, it is impossible to talk about the achievement of the Millenium Development Goals which many countries are hoping for by the year 2025.In these goals, the emphasis is put on poverty eradication, education for all, health for all, food security for all among others. …”
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An Assessment of the Impacts of Inadequate Housing on the Health of Urban Dwellers: A Case Study of Bweyale Town Council of Kiryandongo District by Malaki, Wanjala

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Agribusiness strategy and rural development: A case study of Ihunga Sub County, Ntungamo District by Denis, Simpson Singahache

“…Basing on the study objectives and subsequent findings, the study recommended among others: to have food security in homes and families using agribusiness strategy for developments; to launch cooperative societies so that agro-based producers with common goals advance their aim to kick poverty out of their areas by setting up the bargaining power to look for market, reliable technology and inputs to boost their operations aiming at developing their rural area; to adopt agribusiness strategy for rural development and widening employment opportunities; Government to come in and enforce policies and laws aiming at regulating birth so as to control population growth, Government should come in to properly articulate policies and ensure their effective implementation to enhance rural development basing on agribusiness strategy as the benchmark and the Ugandan government to prioritize the agriculture sectors by allocating a big proportion of the budget to agriculture and industry sectors.…”
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Citrus fruit farmers’ adaptation capacities to climate variability in Ngora district, Eastern Uganda by Simon Peter, Achuu, Sarah, Nachuha, Joweria, Nakizito, Henry Musoke, Semakula, Hosea Enos, Opedes

“…Conclusively, citrus growing provided an option to poverty eradication, however climate variability threatens farmer’s efforts. …”
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Citrus Fruit Farmers’ Adaptation Capacities to Climate Variability in Ngora District, Eastern Uganda. by Achuu, Simon Peter, Nachuha, Sarah, Nakizito, Joweria, Musoke, Semakula Henry, Opedes, Hosea Enos

“…Conclusively, citrus growing provided an option to poverty eradication, however climate variability threatens farmer’s efforts. …”
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The Impact of Private Education Sector to The Development of Bukimbiri Sub-County, Kisoro District. by Tibesigwa, David

“…Rural have cited primary fees as one of the major challenges and other institutional challenges mentioned include but not limited to: limited funding. stringent government policies; primary taxation. poverty. poor infrastructural development, corruption, unrest and population explosion (where infrastructure cannot handle the numbers). …”
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