Metropolitan Journal of Academic and Applied Research

Metropolitan Journal of Academic and Applied Research (MJAAR)

The Metropolitan Journal of Academic and Applied Research (MJAAR) is a peer-reviewed online journal published monthly. The ISSN for the MJAAR Digital Library is ISSN: 3006-6417 (Online). MJAAR is a highly selective journal that covers a wide range of topics, catering to a broad audience interested in academic and applied research across various fields. MJAAR offers numerous advantages designed to enhance research skills and advance academic careers. Publishing in scholarly journals plays a critical role in career progression within academia. Author Benefits Specific to MJAAR Publications: Fast and Efficient Paper Publishing Process: Authors can expect a smooth and timely publication process. Indexing in Prominent Databases: MJAAR is listed in notable platforms such as Google Scholar, ResearchGate, Scirus, get CITED, and others. Expert Peer Review Panel: We are honoured to have a highly respected team of academic reviewers from leading universities around the world. Open Access Journal: This ensures wide visibility and promotion of your published work. MJAAR is managed by a distinguished Board of Editors and is supported by an international review board comprised of prominent academics and professionals from renowned universities, colleges, and institutions across Africa, the Middle East, and beyond. To ensure the highest quality standards, all manuscripts submitted to MJAAR undergo a stringent review process, which includes blind reviews by one or more members of the international editorial review board, followed by an in-depth evaluation by MJAAR editors. We are committed to supporting our authors in excelling across all areas of academic and applied research.

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Beyond the Binary: A Blended Learning Imperative for Enhancing Innovation and Problem-Solving in Ugandan Universities

Authors: Dr. Ariyo Gracious Kaazara1 , Nabaasa Desire

Published on 30 Sep 2025

The traditional binary approach to higher education delivery in Uganda has limited the development of innovative thinking and problem-solving capabilities among university students, necessitating exploration of integrated educational models that transcend conventional pedagogical boundaries. This study explored the potential of blended learning as an imperative for enhancing innovation and problem-solving capabilities in Ugandan universities, addressing the gap between traditional educational approaches and the demands of a knowledge-based economy. The main objective was to explore how blended learning could serve as a catalyst for developing critical 21st-century skills among Ugandan university students.

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Balancing Learner Ego: Implications for Academic Success and Value Enhancement Among Ugandan University Students

Authors: Ahumuza Audrey1 , Nabaasa Desire2

Published on 29 Sep 2025

This study investigated the balance of learner ego and its implications for academic success and value enhancement among university students in Uganda, aiming to understand how self-concept regulation influences educational outcomes and personal development. The research problem emerged from observations that many Ugandan university students struggle to balance healthy self-confidence with realistic self-assessment, leading to academic underperformance and limited personal growth. The main objective was to examine the relationship between learner ego balance and academic success while exploring its implications for value enhancement among Ugandan university students.

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Recalibrating the Scope of Discipline and Financial Independence of Graduates in Uganda's Work Environment

Authors: Dr. Arinaitwe Julius1 , Musiimenta Nancy2

Published on 29 Sep 2025

This study investigated the relationship : between workplace discipline and financial independence among graduates in Uganda's work environment, aiming to develop an integrated framework for enhanced professional conduct and economic empowerment. The research problem stemmed from the persistent disconnect between graduate employment expectations and workplace realities, where many graduates struggled to balance professional discipline with financial independence pursuits. The main objective was to recalibrate the relationship between workplace discipline and financial independence among graduates in Uganda's work environment.

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Class Attendance as a Catalyst for Academic Performance and Discipline in Ugandan Higher Education: Frequency and Participation Revisited

Authors: Dr. Arinaitwe Julius1 , Ahumuza Audrey2

Published on 26 Sep 2025

Class attendance has been identified as a critical factor influencing academic performance in higher education globally, yet limited research has examined this relationship within the Ugandan higher education context. This study investigated class attendance as a catalyst for academic performance and discipline among students in Ugandan higher education institutions, with particular focus on attendance frequency and participation patterns. The research problem centered on inconsistent attendance patterns and their impact on academic outcomes in Uganda's unique educational environment.

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The Telecommunications Paradox: Examining Mobile Data Expenditure Patterns Amid Economic Hardship in Uganda

Authors: Dr. Arinaitwe Julius1 , Dr. Ariyo Gracious Kazaara2

Published on 01 Jan 1970

Uganda has experienced rapid telecommunications growth with mobile penetration exceeding 65%, coinciding with significant economic challenges including high inflation and widespread poverty affecting approximately 30% of the population. A paradox has emerged whereby mobile data consumption and expenditure persist or increase despite economic hardship, with households allocating substantial income portions to connectivity while struggling to meet basic needs.

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Research Framework: Navigating the Paradox: Understanding Gen Z's Financial Behaviors and Pathways to Purposeful Living

Authors: Dr. Arinaitwe Julius1 , Asiimwe Isaac Kazaara2

Published on 01 Jan 1970

Generation Z (born 1997-2012) represents the first fully digital-native generation, characterized by unprecedented technological connectivity and shaped by economic uncertainty including the 2008 financial crisis and COVID-19 pandemic. Despite facing significant financial constraints such as student debt, housing unaffordability, and inflation, this cohort exhibits paradoxical behaviors: demonstrating pragmatic money management skills and high financial anxiety while simultaneously prioritizing experiential spending, sustainable products, and purpose-driven consumption over traditional wealth accumulation. .

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The Integrated Path: How Purpose and Discipline Synthesize to Foster Authentic Happiness

Authors: Asiimwe Isaac Kazaara1 , Ahumuza Audrey2

Published on 01 Jan 1970

In contemporary society, the pursuit of happiness has become increasingly fragmented, with individuals often seeking fulfillment through isolated means rather than integrated approaches. While purpose provides existential meaning and direction, and discipline offers the behavioral consistency to actualize intentions, their synergistic interaction in fostering authentic happiness remains underexplored. .

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Artificial Trees and Africa's Climate Finance Future: Navigating a Shifting Carbon Mitigation Landscape

Authors: Dr. Arinaitwe Julius1 , Musiimenta Nancy2

Published on 01 Jan 1970

The emergence of artificial tree technologies (direct air capture systems) has fundamentally disrupted global carbon markets, potentially threatening Africa's traditional climate finance streams derived from nature-based sequestration projects. As developed nations increasingly invest in technological carbon removal solutions, questions arise about the implications for African countries that have historically leveraged reforestation and conservation initiatives to access carbon markets and climate funding. .

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Artificial Carbon Capture Technologies and Ozone Layer Recovery: Integrated Pathways for Climate Stabilization

Authors: Ahumuza Audrey1 , Musiimenta Nancy2

Published on 01 Jan 1970

The climate crisis, characterized by atmospheric CO₂ concentrations exceeding 420 ppm, and persistent stratospheric ozone depletion necessitate integrated mitigation strategies that address multiple dimensions of atmospheric degradation simultaneously. While artificial carbon capture technologies have emerged as critical interventions for achieving net-zero emissions and the Montreal Protocol has successfully initiated ozone layer recovery, the potential synergies and trade-offs between these atmospheric interventions remain inadequately understood, particularly regarding how large-scale carbon removal deployment might influence stratospheric chemistry and ozone recovery trajectories. .

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Intergenerational Succession in African Family Businesses: Navigating the Transition from Founder to Dynasty

Authors: Dr. Ariyo Gracious Kazaara1 , Asiimwe Isaac Kazaara2

Published on 01 Jan 1970

Intergenerational succession in African family businesses represents a critical challenge, with only 30% surviving into the second generation due to inadequate planning, founder reluctance to delegate, family conflicts, and tensions between traditional cultural values and modern governance principles. Despite their substantial contribution to African economies, these businesses lack culturally appropriate frameworks to navigate leadership transitions effectively. .

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