This study established the relationship between budget planning, budget implementation, budget control and accountability of Non-Governmental Organizations in Uganda with focus on selected NGOs in Kampala & Wakiso districts. The objectives that guided the study included: i) to examine the relationship between budget planning and accountability of non-governmental organizations in Uganda; ii) to evaluate the relationship between budget implementation and accountability of NGOs in Uganda; and iii) to examine the relationship between budget control mechanisms and accountability of NGOs in Uganda. The study adopted a cross sectional research design. The study population was 70 participants, and the sample size was 59 respondents. Questionnaire was the main data collection instrument. Data analysis was performed using frequency and percentage tables, and Pearson correlation coefficient. The study found a positive and significant relationship between budget planning and accountability (r =. 820**, p = .000). Similarly, the study found a positive and significant relationship between budget implementation and accountability (r =.772**, p = .000). Likewise, the study found a positive and significant relationship between budget control mechanism and accountability (r = .845**, p = .000). The study concluded that budget planning, budget implementation, and control mechanism have a significant influence on accountability. The study recommended that NGOs should endeavor to embrace voluntary implementation of accountability mechanisms, they should embrace participatory budgeting, and should strengthen Quality Assurance Certification Mechanism.

This research investigated the correlation between the internal mechanisms used to manage operations and finances within Microfinance Institutions (MFIs) in Uganda, as well as their impact on the institutions' growth. The study specifically examined the internal control systems and financial reporting regulations employed by MFIs in Uganda. It also analyzed the effects of these internal controls on the growth of MFIs, along with the influence of financial reporting regulations on their growth. The research utilized a case study research design, employing mixed methods that encompass both quantitative and qualitative approaches, to gain a comprehensive understanding of the subject. A sample size of 158 respondents was selected from UGAFODE Microfinance, the organization where the study was conducted, using both random and purposeful sampling techniques. Primary data was collected through interviews and questionnaires, while secondary data was gathered through a review of relevant documents. The findings of the study indicated that UGAFODE had effective internal control processes and adhered to sound financial reporting regulations (Mean Score: 4.3, SD: 0.4), demonstrating a commitment to maintaining the integrity of its operations in the industry. Additionally, the research revealed a significant positive relationship between internal controls and the growth of MFIs in Uganda (r = .657**, p = 0.002). Based on these findings, it was concluded that there is a noteworthy correlation between internal controls, financial reporting, and the growth of MFIs in Uganda. The results suggest that effectively managing financial reporting plays a predictive role in the growth of MFIs in Uganda.

This study analysed media coverage of IVF in Uganda. It examined the content of two Ugandan dailies, New Vision and Daily Monitor and corroborated the findings with in-depth interviews from five senior health and science writers. The main objective of the study was to find out how IVF was represented in the media and the frames adopted by the media while covering IVF. Data was collected using the content analysis for the quantitative study and in-depth interviews from purposively selected respondents in the qualitative study. This research analysed stories published between 2008 - 2018 from both New Vision and Daily Monitor. The study was guided by the framing theory. Data collection and analysis were steered through a sequential mixed methods design. Findings indicated that IVF was rarely reported about in the Ugandan media. Only 50 stories were covered in both New vision and Daily Monitor in the 60 months under study. Thirty-nine stories were from the New Vision, and only 11 stories were published by the Daily Monitor. Stories about IVF were majorly covered as news and hardly occupied the editorial pages. However, the features about IVF were competently represented. IVF was mostly represented as an infertility management intervention with majorly a positive tone, inspiring hope among infertile couples. It was also noted that there are a few embryologists in Uganda which creates a gap of expert sources. Media in Uganda adopted the human-interest frame, the conflict frame, the moral frame, the cost implication frame and the attribution of responsibility frame. For general improvement of IVF coverage in the press, it was recommended that scientists should pitch out new findings to journalists from which they could develop story ideas. And journalists should also look out for scientific journals as these provide a baseline of solid facts about IVF where insightful story ideas can be developed. Like many earlier studies, this study also calls for a better relationship between scientists and health/science reporters. Keywords: IVF, Media, Uganda.

In Uganda, the prevalence of HIV/AIDS among adults is 6.7 which corresponds to 1.2 million people aged 15 to 64 years living with HIV/AIDS which makes it second to South Africa where 2363 get infected every week. Approximately 75 % of all the global HIV/AIDS-related deaths totaling 1.6 million in 2012 occurred in sub-Saharan Africa, Uganda contributed 5.25% to these deaths. The aim of this study, therefore, was to investigate the accessibility to healthcare amongst HIV/AIDS patients in Palabek refugee settlement and host community. The study was a cross sectional study based on quantitative data collected using semi-structured questionnaires comprised of 200 HIV-positive patients in Palabek refugee settlement and host community. The investigations were made by demographic and social-economic factors. The analysis was done using binary logistic regression model and odd ratios were reported. The results indicated that the majority (68.5 %) of respondents accessed healthcare at the nearest health facility. The main elements of accessibility associated with access to healthcare include; age 36–46 years (p=0.040) and they are 0.3 times more likely to access healthcare than age category 14-18 years, marital status (widow/widowers) (p=0.0021) and they are 0.4 times more likely to access healthcare than single patients, residence (within the camp) (p=0.024) whereby refugees are 3 times more likely to access healthcare than the host community and distance 3km-4km (p=0.000) and >4km (p=0.004) whereby they are 4 and 5 times respectively more likely to access healthcare at the nearest health facility than patients residing within 2km to the nearest health facility. In conclusion, the distance (3km-4km) traveled by the respondents, age category (36- 46years) and residential status of the respondents (within the camp) were associated with access to healthcare and there was relatively high access to healthcare amongst the patients. The study therefore recommends provision of transportation means to HIV patients, providing adult education on HIV care to HIV patients and ensuring increased access to HIV care messages through community outreaches as a key measure of increasing access to healthcare amongst HIV/AIDS patients.

The study was aimed at developing a web-based mental health tracking application for the students of Makerere University, to enable students track and manage signs that could be indicators of bad mental health and offer resources to help them alleviate these signs. The objectives of the study were; 14 1. To identify requirements of the web-based mental health tracker. 2. To design the web-based mental health tracker. 3. To implement the web-based mental health tracker. 4. To test and validate the implemented system for its functionalities. The methodology used was the waterfall process model methodology to; identify the requirements, design, implement, test and validate the web-based mental health tracking application. We used interview guides to collect data from the psychologists and guardians and students that have faced mental health disorders. We also used surveys to collect data from the students. For the data collection using interviews, we made appointments with the involved parties to ensure organization.

This study investigated the effect of financial literacy on performance of SMES in Kawempe division. Specifically the study established the relationship between financial knowledge, financial behaviour and financial awareness and performance of SMES in Kawempe division. A cross-sectional study design was employed, utilizing a mixed approach. The study used a triangulation of qualitative and quantitative approaches. A sample of 169 respondents participated in the study. Data was collected using questionnaires from traders in the CBD of Kampala city. Results show that financial knowledge had a significant effect on performance of SMEs (p =.004<.05) and so was financial awareness at (p =.004<.05). The most significant was financial awareness (p =.000<.05). Generally, financial literacy was found to have a significant effect on performance of SMEs of 33.6 percent. The study found that SME owners' confidence in their financial knowledge positively impacts their business performance. The study showed that SME owners' ability to interpret and analyze financial statements effectively contributes to more proactive financial management. The study revealed that financial behaviour plays a crucial role in financial literacy and influences SME performance. SME owners' commitment to maintaining accurate financial records, regular expense monitoring, adherence to budgetary constraints, and active cash flow management positively impact their financial performance. The study highlighted the need for increased awareness of financial support programs among SME owners. Policymakers, financial institutions, and industry associations should prioritize the promotion of financial education and training programs for SME owners. More so, efforts should be made to enhance the dissemination of information about various financing options and support schemes. Financial institutions, industry experts, and market analysts can collaborate to provide SMEs with access to market intelligence, economic forecasts, and industry trends