| dc.description.abstract | This dissertation explores the impact of donor/aid funding on poverty eradication in Uganda,
focusing on the African Development Foundation (ADF) as a case study. introduction to Uganda's
socio-economic context, highlighting the persistent poverty despite the country's rich natural
resources. The study outlines the objectives, significance, and research questions guiding the
inquiry into how ADF funding influences the livelihoods of beneficiaries. A comprehensive
literature review contextualizes the concepts of poverty and donor funding, while the methodology
section details the qualitative and quantitative approaches used to gather data from various
stakeholders, including project beneficiaries and ADF staff. The findings reveal that ADF funding
has significantly improved income levels, education, and health among beneficiaries, contributing
to community development and empowerment, particularly for women. However, challenges such
as dependency on aid, cultural barriers, and sustainability issues are also identified. The
dissertation concludes with recommendations for enhancing the effectiveness of donor funding in
poverty eradication efforts, emphasizing the need for capacity building, better selection criteria for
beneficiaries, and ongoing evaluation of funded projects. | en_US |
