Improved estimates for extinction probabilities and times to extinction for populations of tsetse (Glossina spp) by Damian, Kajunguri, Elisha B., Are, John W., Hargrove

“…Our results are of further interest in the modern situation where increases in temperature are seeing the real possibility that tsetse will go extinct in some areas, without the need for intervention, but have an increased chance of surviving in other areas where they were previously unsustainable due to low temperatures.…”
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Prevalence of Bacterial Urinary Tract Infections and Associated Factors among Patients Attending Hospitals in Bushenyi District, Uganda by Martin, Odoki, Adamu, Almustapha Aliero, Julius, Tibyangye, Josephat, Nyabayo Maniga, Eddie, Wampande, Charles, Drago Kato, Ezera, Agwu, Joel, Bazira

“…Sound knowledge of factors associated with UTI may allow timely intervention that can easily bring the disease under control. (is study was designed to determine the prevalence of UTI by isolating and characterizing the different bacterial etiological agents and to evaluate the factors associated with UTI. …”
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Superbugs-related prolonged admissions in three tertiary hospitals, Kano State, Nigeria by Alkali, Bashir, Garba, Iliyasu, Adamu, Almustapha Aliero, Abdurrazak, Kibiya, Muhammad, Hassan Abubakar, Ibrahim, Ntulume, Faruku, Sarkinfada, Ezera, Agwu

“…Methods: A descriptive cross sectional study was undertaken among 401 patients from medical, surgery, orthopedic and burn Centre wards in a three tertiary hospitals in Kano state. …”
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Teachers' Competence as an Avenue for "Learning Through Play Pedagogy" in Preschools: A Case of Makindye Ssabagabo Division. by Ngalonsa, Luciana, Ocan, Johnson, Adyanga, Francis Akena

“…The purpose of this study was to establish whether teacher competence can enhance the use of learning through play (LTP) pedagogy in preschools. …”
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Role of Political Leaders in Promoting Effective Service Delivery in Central Division Kabale Municipality. by Akampurira, Allan

“…However, political leaders can enhance quality by monitoring and evaluating service delivery, involving citizens in the monitoring process, increasing transparency, setting clear priorities for service delivery, and building trust with citizens and stakeholders. …”
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Financial Institutions and poverty Alleviation: A case study of Peoples Bank of Zanzbar (Pbz) in Western District of Zanzibar. by Mohamed, Dadi

“…Many felt that they acquired several skills and can educate their children, pay medical bills and afford to feed their households as a result of training and support services received. …”
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Teacher Job Satisfaction and Student Academic Performance at Uganda Certificate of Education in Secondary Schools in Uganda: A case Study of Kamwenge District. by Andrew, Kasaija

“…The study concluded that satisfied teachers can also help in improving the performance of an educational institution. …”
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Allium Cepa (Onion) Extract Enhances and Protects Testicular Function and Architecture against Paraquat Induced Oxidative Damage. by Uzozie Chikere, Ofoego, Ejike, Daniel Eze

“…However, following the co-administration with ethanolic extract of A. cepa to experimental rats, there was an improvement in sperm parameters (count, motility and morphology) as well as in sera testosterone and SOD levels. It can be concluded that A. cepa exerts strong antioxidant effects in a dose-dependent manner in ameliorating testicular toxicity induced by paraquat in animal models.…”
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Spatial and temporal variations of faecal indicator bacteria in Lake Bunyonyi, South‑Western Uganda by Alex, Saturday, Thomas, J. Lyimo, John, Machiwa, Siajali, Pamba

“…coli and enterococci counts exceeding the UNBS, APHA, WHO and EU threshold values for drinking water. …”
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Analysis of Stakeholders Involvement in the Implementation of the M.A. Literature Curriculum at Kabale University Using E-Learning Approach by Johnson, Ocan, Constance, Tukwasibwe, Chrisostom, Oketch

“…In this study, curriculum stakeholders were found to significantly influence curriculum development, hence collaboration with these stakeholders through feedback, critique and advice can only serve to meld the content and method of delivery of the curriculum. …”
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Credit Risk Management Practices and Loan Performance of Commercial Banks in Uganda by Agaba, Francis, Tamwesigire, Caleb, Eton, Marus

“…Implication: Banks should source experts who can analyze and predict risks and evaluate their consequences on the bank. …”
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Risk Management and Financial Performance of Commercial Banks: A Case of Centenary Bank Kabale Branch, Uganda by Annah, Owomugisha

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Credit Risk Management Practices and Loan Performance of Commercial Banks in Uganda by Francis, Agaba, Caleb, Tamwesigire, Eton, Marus

“…Implication: Banks should source experts who can analyze and predict risks and evaluate their consequences on the bank. …”
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Cooperative Association as a Tool for Rural Development and Poverty Reduction in Rwanda: A Study of Abahuzamugambi ba Kawa in Maraba Sector by Adebayo, Sanni T., Onuoha Helen Chinedum, Christopher S.P. Dabo, Pascal Harelimana

“…The research questions focused on the principles of cooperative identity, participation and decision making, internal and external communications, organisational and leadership development, the relationship between the cooperative’s leadership, the initiatives of people to lift themselves out of poverty, the knowledge would support poor people own development. …”
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Determination of the Effect of Treated Waste Water on Growth And Development Of Zea Mays( L). by Emmanuel, AYesigwa

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Electronic Recordkeeping and School Management Processes: A Case of Selected Secondary Schools in Luwero District. by Mugisha, David

“…However, if properly adopted, this can improve the admission process, the storing of students' and teachers' bio-data, examination records, attendance, administrative data, and financial record keeping. …”
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Design and Prototyping of Solar Operated Fertilizer Sprayer. by Nduhura, Whycliffee

“…These can have between low to high pressure depending on the capacity of the pump. …”
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Partial Replacement of Cement with Sugarcane Waste Ash in Cement Concrete. by Muhindo, Martin

“…In conclusion, Sugar Cane Bagasse Ash can be partially replaced in concrete up to 15% since the value obtained at 20% was below the minimum required for C25.…”
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Influence of Social Capital on Small and Medium Enterprises Performance in Wakiso District, Uganda by Mbowa ,Henry Stanley, Mbabazi,Phelix Businge, Ssemaluulu, Paul, Eton, Marus

“…Contribution: This study is vital because there are no studies carried out in Kitemu Ward on SC and its influence on SMEs’ performance. …”
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Water Hyacinth, an Invasive Species in Africa: A Literature Review by Lubembe, Sharon Indasi, Okoth, Sharon, Turyasingura, Benson, Oyugi, Timothy, Ibarasa, Hillary, Moenga, Kelvin, Chavula, Petros, Tumushabe, Jennifer Turyatemba

“…According to reports, water hyacinth has anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial properties. The plant extracts can also be used to treat cholera, sore throats, and snake bites, as well as to scent hair. …”
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