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    Cultural heritage, identity, and politics in the history of tourism in Toro: a case study of selected heritage sites (1954-2020)
    (Makerere University, 2025) Kyakyo, Betty
    This study focuses on the impact of tourism on the social, cultural, and political development of Toro: A Case Study of Selected Heritage Sites, 1954 to 2020. The study was guided by three specific objectives: to examine the historical evolution of tourism heritage sites, to investigate the political environment that motivated post-independence travel, and to analyse the reemergence of cultural tourism in Toro since the restoration of the Kingdom in 1993. This study leans on the critical heritage studies which examine how heritage is created, contested, and mobilized in relation to power, identity and social justice. A historical research design employing qualitative methods was used. Data were collected from archival documents related to tours and visits in Toro, such as correspondences from the District Commissioner, county and sub-county officials. Additionally, in-depth interviews were conducted with Kabarole District and Fort Portal city leaders, Toro Kingdom officials, tour operators, tour guides, and members of the local community. The findings indicate that tourism in Toro functioned not only as a cultural activity but also as a mechanism through which racial and political ideologies were reinforced, particularly during the colonial period and the immediate post-independence years. Tourism practices often perpetuated racial stereotypes, with colonial actors staging and presenting local cultures, especially pygmies, as primitive. Many European and American visitors were primarily interested in experiencing wild nature and viewing local populations as part of the landscape, often imagining the African environment as timeless and untouched by human civilisation. These attitudes dehumanised indigenous communities and reduced them to mere spectacles. Politically, tourism served as a strategic tool for Britain as it sought to manage its withdrawal from Uganda while retaining influence. Through royal visits and engagement with respected cultural institutions such as the Toro Kingdom, British authorities aimed to counter rising nationalist sentiments and project an image of ongoing partnership. These tours symbolised continuity and cooperation, even in the face of growing demands for self-governance. Therefore, tourism in Toro was deeply intertwined with colonial power dynamics, racial perceptions, and political agendas, but it also became a foundation for the re-emergence of cultural tourism and the shaping of local identity after the restoration of cultural institutions in 1993 Keywords: Cultural heritage, History of tourism
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    Sexual and reproductive health rights of deaf women and girls in Uganda
    (Makerere University, 2025) Gimono, E. Munira Ali
    This study sought to examine sexual and reproductive health rights of deaf women and girls in Uganda. Specifically, the study sought to i) establish the lived experiences of deaf women and girls in accessing sexual and reproductive health rights in Mbale District, Uganda; ii) examine the challenges faced by deaf women and girls in accessing sexual and reproductive health rights in Mbale District, Uganda; and iii) establish the contribution of the Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and the government as a duty bearer towards implementing sexual and reproductive health rights of deaf women and girls in Mbale District. The study was conducted in Mbale, using a qualitative approach involving focus group discussions, key informant interviews and document analysis. It integrated local knowledge in problem framing, research question formulation, and adaptation of the deaf epistemology and data collection instruments to local needs of deaf women and girls as well as reflection of results and social learning processes for drawing conclusions and identifying needs for action. The findings from the study revealed that i) knowledge of human rights principles and SRHR awareness among deaf women and girls is generally low due to lack of SRHR messages tailored to their linguistic needs; ii) contraceptive use and information among deaf women and girls is considerably low due to communication barrier; iii) high unwanted pregnancies among deaf women and girls was revealed due to lack of sexual education especially on safe sex; iv) drug abuse and misuse of contraceptive methods among deaf women and girls was also revealed due to lack of prescriptions and advises on how to use the methods in the health centres; and v) there is a glaring lack of appropriate maternal health programs and contraceptive messages tailored to the needs of deaf women and girls. While there were specific legal frameworks showing contribution of the government toward access of SRHR and CSOs, these were inadequate because they were not tailored toward the deaf women and girls. Conclusively, the adaptation of Deaf Epistemology: Deaf way of thinking is important in research spaces aimed at understanding the lived experiences of deaf people. Deaf epistemology relies heavily on personal testimonies and personal experiences, which amounted to the justified beliefs of the Deaf community. Clearly, adopting this paradigm as a valuable tool can aid in developing policies and practices aimed toward improved quality of health care services and education for deaf women and girls. Keywords: Reproductive health rights, Sexuality, Deaf women and girls
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    The necessity of integrated management in promoting an efficacious pastoral ministry in Lira Diocese
    (Makerere University, 2025) Opio, Issac
    This study focuses on the essentiality of integrated management in promoting an efficacious pastoral ministry in Lira Diocese. This is done in view of uncovering the managerial practices in the Diocese and how they affect her pastoral ministry. The problem addressed concerns the biased view by many persons and institutions on the Church’s need for application of integrated managerial principles in her operations. Many view management as not necessary in Church’s affairs. As a result, many Church institutions operate without a clear managerial strategy. However, this study argues that integrated management is necessary for promoting an efficacious pastoral ministry. This argument is divided into operationalised objectives which guide the entire investigation as mapped out in Chapter One. The literature review in Chapter Two reveals the gaps existing in the understanding of management, integrated management, pastoral ministry and the perspectives in the Church’s managerial affairs. To meet the objectives of study, a qualitative research method is used as given in Chapter Three. 120 persons which included 68 Males and 52 Females were contacted. Out of these, 101 respondents gave their views and the other 19 did not. This implies that 84% of those contacted positively responded to the researcher’s inquiries. The field study revealed that Lira Diocese uses a hierarchical based system of management, though some people observed that the Diocese is in the process of developing a new managerial system. 60% of the respondents saw this new system as an opportunity for the Diocese to develop an efficacious pastoral initiative: 35% saw the system as faithful to the Church’s overall organisation structure, whereas 5% reserved their comments and were more concerned with results rather than a complete evaluation of the entire managerial system used in the Diocese. This is presented in Chapter Four and analysed in Chapter Five, respectively. Conclusively, the study emphasises that integrated managerial principles are necessary in promoting efficacious pastoral ministry. Among the recommendations offered to the Diocesan authority, an eminent need for implementation of integrated management strategy stood out as given in Chapter Six. Thus, one can draw the conclusion that the research met its general and specific objectives. However, a call is also made to relevant stakeholders to continue investigating the ways in which an efficacious pastoral ministry can further be promoted in Lira Diocese. This study should therefore be taken as a contribution and not the sole guide for decision makers within and outside Lira Diocese to be used in coming up with appropriate means of bolstering Pastoral Ministry in the Diocese. Keywords: Pastoral ministry, Lira Diocese
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    The role of the Christian family in promoting evangelisation in lira cathedral parish in light of Familiaris Consortio
    (Makerere University, 2025) Opio, Ceaser
    This research by the topic “The Role of the Christian family in promoting evangelization in Lira Cathedral Parish” in light of Familiaris Consortio is guided by these objectives: the general objective; to account for the impact of the Christian family in promoting evangelization, to discover the challenges faced by the Christian family in promoting evangelization and to suggest possible ways of improving evangelization in Lira Cathedral Parish and the specific objectives; to examine the roles of the Christian family in promoting evangelization. The methodology used is evaluative research approach with a mixture of both qualitative and quantitative methods. The sample size is 145 respondents and sampling techniques and instruments used are; questioners, interviews, focus group, field study, direct observation and library research. According to the findings from the field evangelization is understood as spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ to all believers and non-believers and the Christians families promote evangelization through;supporting the mission of the Church, praying together, sending children for baptism and catechumenate instruction. However, they encounter challenges like; poverty, cultural practices and ties, secularism, inadequate catechesis, family dynamics in their effort to promote evangelisation. In spite of the above challenges, the mission of promoting evangelization can be improved through; restoring and establishing the small Christian communities, conducting ongoing catechesis, carrying out family catechesis, doing biblical apostolate and the impacts of the Christian family in promoting evangelization will lead to; an increase in vocation to religious life and the priesthood, proper education and nurturing of children. This research work deduced the following conclusions ; understanding the meaning of evangelization is important in promoting effective and efficient evangelization in Lira Cathedral Parish, and that the Christian family plays a significant role in promoting evangelization in Lira Cathedral Parish. It recommends that; families should be helped to understand the meaning of evangelization, pastors should design means or measures to ensure that the family is actively involved in evangelization, mitigate and eliminate the challenges families faces in promoting evangelization, design pastoral approaches that incorporate families in evangelization and open up avenues that make the Christians benefit fully from the evangelizing activity done in and by families. Keywords: Christian family, Familiaris Consortio
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    The role of small Christian communities in the alleviation of poverty: a case study of Kitaasa Parish
    (Makerere University, 2025) Kafeero, Pius
    Looking at the situation of Christians in Kitaasa Parish, people are suffering with poverty. Many of these Christians live below the poverty line. So this research was carried out to explore how Small Christian Communities in Kitaasa Parish can transform the lives of the Christians by alleviating poverty. To investigate the understanding of Small Christian Communities and poverty among the Christians of Kitaasa Parish, to investigate the understanding of moral theological view on the poor in Kitaasa Parish, to establish possible solutions to this problem of poverty in Kitaasa Parish. These objectives were achieved by using a clear methodology from the research design where the researcher employed the descriptive research with the qualitative and the quantitative approaches in collecting data. In order to provide a comprehensive understanding of the research topic, the researcher employed both purposive and random sampling techniques. For data analysis convergence model was used of both qualitative and quantitative method, meaning, data was collected and analyzed separately then results were kept separately. From the analyzing data findings were got that the majority of the faithful in Kitaasa Parish have knowledge about Small Christian Communities. The understanding of the preferential option for the poor is not clearly known to many. There are other ways that can alleviate poverty in Kitaasa parish. From these findings the researcher drew conclusions that empowering Small Christian Communities is the key to enhancing their potential for poverty alleviation and integral development. There should be a concerted effort from the government agencies and the church to fight against domestic violence. Poor education system in Kitaasa parish is a critical issue that needs to be addressed, and improving the education system is essential for reducing poverty. Intensification of the activities of small Christian communities can be used to foster spiritual growth and development, which can be used to alleviate poverty. Awakening the spirit of volunteerism among small Christian communities can help to promote community development and alleviate poverty. There is a need of introducing education bursary schemes to help in alleviating poverty by providing access to quality education for young people. Keywords: Small Christian communities