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Johnson Ocan
Kabale University, Uganda
Religion Humanities Economics, Econometrics & Finance Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice Social Sciences

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Experiences and challenges implementing Uganda's revised English Literature curriculum: Problematization of colonization Johnson Ocan
Journal of Social, Humanity, and Education Vol. 5 No. 1 (2024): November
Publisher : Goodwood Publishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35912/jshe.v5i1.2182

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Purpose: This study explores teachers' perspectives and challenges in implementing a competency-based English literature curriculum in Uganda after many years of British hegemony. This reflects on the roles and prestige of the English language as it evolved during colonial and postcolonial schools. Research methodology: The method used in this study focuses on secondary literature to refute the claim that the British forced English into Uganda while extinguishing native tongues. Results: According to the major results of the study, students in Uganda had the opportunity to enroll in kindergarten through university-level schooling, where English was the predominant medium of instruction. Limitations: The study's limitations suggest that, although the British gave English education more attention, they were careful to emphasize that national tongues should not be disregarded in favor of English. Following these investigations, the old English language curriculum has always had a tenuous connection with British political and economic interests in Uganda. Contribution: Regarding the contributions of the study, the overhaul of the curriculum was "overdue," according to Hon. Janet Museveni, Minister of Education, Sports and Science who stated in Parliament that the antiquated curriculum was anti-intellectual and opposed to cultural action. However, it is still challenging to put such a change into practice practically. This treatise simply states an ‘implementation gap,’ which is the difference between the intended and actual implementation of the competency-based curriculum.
Unraveling communication effects on small-scale vendors’ businesses in Kigali’s Ejoheza Modern Market Jean Baptiste Manirakiza; David Majariwa; Johnson Ocan
Annals of Management and Organization Research Vol. 7 No. 2 (2025): November
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35912/amor.v7i2.2691

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Purpose: The research aimed to understand how small-scale vendors exchange with their customers from various linguistic backgrounds. It particularly sought to explore how language proficiency influences business interactions and customer satisfaction in the Ejoheza Modern Market, Kigali. Methods: Using a qualitative approach, the study investigated the language preferences and communication practices of small-scale vendors. Data were collected through direct observation and interviews with selected vendors to identify the main languages used in daily transactions and coping mechanisms adopted when facing language barriers. Results: The findings revealed that all vendors can easily speak Kinyarwanda, but only a few of them can communicate in English and French. This limitation affects their interaction with non-Kinyarwanda-speaking customers, often leading to communication breakdowns. To address this challenge, vendors rely on translation applications on their phones or seek assistance from interpreters to facilitate exchanges. Conclusion: The study concludes that language proficiency significantly influences vendors’ ability to attract and serve diverse customers, which in turn affects sales and market inclusivity. Limitations: The study was limited to Ejoheza Modern Market and did not include other markets in Kigali, which restricts the generalization of the findings. Contribution: This study highlights the critical role of language skills in enhancing small-scale vendors’ business success. It recommends establishing affordable language training programs to empower vendors, improve customer relations, and promote inclusive economic growth in Rwanda’s urban markets.
Co-Authors David Majariwa Jean Baptiste Manirakiza