ABSTRACT The novelty in aim of this study was set in its grapple to analyze the potential of Uganda's populous youth in relation to the county's strategy to reduce·• the levels of poverty. Using ' Makindye sub-county in Kampala as the case study, the basic features of this work are presented in a chronology of five chapters. Chapter one sets the base for the study. It contains the background to the research, statement of the problem, purpose, objectives of the study; research question...
TABLE OF CONTENTS DECLARATION ............................................................................................................................. i DEDICATION ................................................................................................................................ ii APPROVAL .................................................................................................................................. iii ACKNOWLEDGEMENT .......................................
ABSTRACT The poor are not evenly distributed within the country and they do not share the same socio-economic and demographic characteristics. It is against this background that analysis of the characteristics that differentiate the poor from the non-poor in Ghana cannot be underestimated. Poverty indicators make it possible to analyze the likely determinants and are, therefore, essential for formulating policy interventions that may contribute directly or ...
ABSTRACT In am attempt to develop and improve the standard of living and eradicate poverty in Asari – Torm local government area this study was carried out, it highlighted public policy and grass root development in Nigeria, with a critical appraisal of the National Poverty Eradication Programme. The programme uses personnel, money and material resources to achieve its goals and objectives. The study is aimed at heightening the significant role of effective and efficient implementation of...
Abstract: This paper analyses the impacts of indirect tax policy reforms on income distribution and poverty in Tanzania by applying a standard static microsimulation model TAZMOD v1.8. The simulations model two indirect tax reforms involving changes to the excise duty and value-added tax rates on alcoholic beverages and tobacco products, and changes to employers’ and employees’ contributions to the National Health Insurance Fund. The results of the first reform find a positive effect on g...
ABSTRACT Since the colonial era, Africa has remained a victim of circumstances such that it has been affected by a range of problems that make its population suffer in many ways. One of the problems that continue haunting Africa, particularly most of its third world countries is poverty. Zimbabwe is one of those countries that have been deeply affected by crippling poverty levels. The problem of hunger has been exacerbated by the volatile political atmosphere, tremendous socio-economic upheav...
ABSTRACT Information and knowledge play an important role in enabling rural women to achieve economic empowerment through poverty alleviation. The general aim of this study was to determine the contribution of information in the empowerment of rural women. In a bid to achieve this objective, the study sought to assess the roles of information in increasing women access and control of economic resources, in assisting women contribute towards economic decisions at the household and community le...
Abstract The problem this study seeks to address is the effectiveness of ROSCA microfinance informal model poverty reduction. Zimbabwe has been experiencing economic decline and this has led to the aggressive adoption of social safety nets like Rotating Savings and Credit Associations by Non Governmental Organisations to cushion the rural households. The researcher purposed this research to evaluate the extent to which the ROSCA model is effective in preventing people from falling below the p...
The role of Small Business is recognized as one of the major contributor in the growth of the counry's economy like Tanzania and therefore, poverty alleviation. The SME sector also serves as a 'nursery' and a proven training ground for 'higher level' entrepreneurship and iru10vation. The objective of the study was assessment of critical factors to small business failures in Tanzania, the case of Temeke Municipal. Data was collected from respondents by means of administering 60 (sixty) structu...
Micro enterprises play a crucial role in addressing the obstructions of poverty, inequality and job creation and ultimately achievement of the sustainable livelihoods in rural areas. They are an important source of employment, particularly for low skill workers and the youth. The purpose of this study was to ascertain the contribution of micro enterprises to sustainable rural livelihood in Mulobezi district of Zambia. Data was collected through structured interviews schedule and the use ...
Abstract The Purpose Of This Study Was To Establish The Effects Of Poverty On Pupil's Academic Performance Of The Selected Primary Schools In Wareng District Kenya. The Specific Objectives Of The Study Were To Investigate The Relationship Between The Effects Mentioned And Academic Performance In Tulwet Zone, And To Investigate The Role Of The Community In Alleviating Poverty And Improving Education In Tulwet Zone. The Methods Used For Data Collection Was Questionnaires To The Staff Members O...
ABSTRACT: This research study by means of robust statistical analysis investigated the poverty situation in Nigeria and how it affects the citizens and the economy at large. This research was taken in a period of 25 years which is from 1985 – 2010. The ordinary least square method was used to investigate this work. The empirical analysis carried out showed that the Nigerian economy has changed from a diversified economy to a mono economy because of the over dependence of the oil sector and...
ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to establish the relationship between poverty and the quality of education in primary schools in Butula Division Butula District Kenya. The specific objectives of the study were to investigate the relationship between the effects mentioned and academic performance in primary schools Butula Division Butula District and to investigate the role of the community on alleviating poverty and improving education in primary schools in Butla Division Butula Distri...
ABSTRACT The Research having a case study of CBS Radio is an overview of the origin and Nature of Poverty in Uganda giving a Global perspective in Comparison to the Ugandan situation. It explains why Poverty is persistent despite state and International intervention; it equally explains what stakeholders especially the Media should do to Alleviate Poverty in the country. Chapter one basically deals with the Nature of Poverty in Uganda, looking at Background, Problem Statement and the objectiv...
ABSTRACT This study was aimed at establishing the relationship between Islamic banking services and welfare improvement to the community in Hargeisa Somaliland, three specific objectives guided this study and these were To establish the relationship between Islamic banking services and improvement of quality of life among community members in Hargeisa Somaliland.To examine the relationship between Islamic banking services and poverty alleviation among community members in Hargeisa Somaliland....