Capacity Building in The Parish Development Model in Nakawa Division.
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2025-11-17
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Makerere University Business School
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Capacity building is a critical component of poverty eradication programs, yet many such initiatives in Uganda have underperformed due to limited skills and inadequate preparedness among beneficiaries and implementers. This study investigates the effectiveness of capacity building under the Parish Development Model (PDM), with a specific focus on Nakawa Division, an urban setting facing unique implementation challenges. Despite substantial government investment, including UGX 100 million per parish, PDM efforts are hindered by weak community level capacity, poor sensitization, and the application of rural-focused approaches in urban environments. The study aimed to assess the extent of capacity building, identify key challenges and risks, and propose effective strategies for improvement. Nakawa Division was selected due to widespread complaints indicating potential gaps in community engagement and preparedness. The study’s findings are intended to guide government policy and planning, strengthen stakeholder training, and promote more sustainable and inclusive development outcomes under the PDM framework. The study used a cross-sectional quantitative survey in Nakawa Division, gathering data from 108 respondents through structured questionnaires. Sampling involved both random and convenience methods. Instrument validity and reliability were confirmed using the Content Validity Index and Cronbach’s alpha. Data were analyzed with SPSS using descriptive statistics, and ethical standards such as informed consent and confidentiality were upheld. The findings revealed that the overall level of capacity building was moderate (Mean = 2.93), reflecting partial implementation and systemic weaknesses. Critical elements such as training on fund utilization, mentorship, and advisory support were rated below average, highlighting a lack of preparedness among beneficiaries (Mean = 3.72) and inconsistent delivery mechanisms. The study further identified insufficient funding (Mean = 2.47), exclusionary planning processes, and corruption (Mean = 3.28) as major impediments to effective capacity development. Short-term training and weak mentorship structures also contributed to limited impact and stakeholder disengagement. To address these gaps, respondents recommended practical, hands-on training (Mean = 3.65), participatory approaches (Means = 3.54 and 3.51), continuous learning, and peer benchmarking (Mean = 3.36) as essential strategies. The findings underscore the need for a standardized, inclusive, and sustained capacity-building framework to enhance the effective implementation of PDM in Nakawa Division.
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This is a master's thesis.
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Mpumu, M.V. (2025) Capacity Building in The Parish Development Model in Nakawa Division. (Unpublished master’s dissertation). Makerere University Business School, Kampala, Uganda.