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Metropolitan Journal of Academic and Applied Research
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. Read more →
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218 articlesHousehold Poverty And Ancillary School Costs As Drivers Of Primary School Dropout In Uganda
Primary school dropout remains a critical barrier to achieving universal education in Uganda, with socioeconomic factors identified as key determinants. This study investigated the extent to which household poverty and a…
Reassessing the 'Skills Gap' Narrative: A Critique of Conceptual Displacement in Ugandan Education Policy
Uganda's education and skilling policy discourse has, over the past decade, converged on the language of a 'skills gap' to explain youth unemployment and weak labour absorption, attributing the problem lar…
Mapping primary-to-tertiary attrition rates and their structural determinants in Uganda's education system
This study set out to map primary-to-tertiary attrition rates and structurally model their determinants within Uganda's education system, motivated by the persistent gap between near-universal primary enrolment and …
Assessing the feasibility of sector-based parliamentary representation in Uganda's governance system
his study assessed the feasibility of introducing sector-based parliamentary representation as a complement or alternative to Uganda's predominantly territorial constituency system, with specific attention to the he…
The impact of Constituency Development Funds on parliamentary accountability and independence
This study examined the impact of Constituency Development Funds (CDF) on parliamentary accountability and legislative independence in Uganda, drawing on a sample of 312 respondents comprising Members of Parliament, parl…
Executive dominance and its effect on parliamentary committee effectiveness in Uganda
This study examined the effect of executive dominance on parliamentary committee effectiveness in Uganda, drawing on a cross-sectional survey of 312 respondents including members of parliament, committee clerks, civil s…
A comparative analysis of the Sixth Parliament and the 11th Parliament's institutional independence
This study conducted a comparative analysis of the institutional independence of Uganda's Sixth Parliament (2001– 2006) and the Eleventh Parliament (2016–2021), examining how legislative autonomy, budgetary self…
The Relationship Between Legislators' Educational Qualifications And Legislative Oversight Effectiveness In Uganda
This study examined the relationship between legislators' educational qualifications and legislative oversight effectiveness in Uganda, motivated by persistent concerns over weak parliamentary and local council over…
Assessing The Effectiveness Of Neem Leaf Extract In Controlling Fall Army Worm In Smallholder Maize
This study assessed the effectiveness of neem (Azadirachta indica) leaf extract in controlling fall army worm (Spodoptera frugiperda) infestations in smallholder maize gardens in Ikulwe Village, Mayuge District, Uganda. …
The Impact Of Mass Communication On Promoting Domestic Tourism In Uganda: A Case Study Of Nation Media Group
This study examined the impact of mass communication on promoting domestic tourism in Uganda, with a specific focus on the Nation Media Group (NMG) as a case study. Adopting a mixed-methods research design, the study su…