An investigation of key predictors of performance of agricultural projects in Sub-Saharan Africa: A case of Uganda
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Date
2016
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International Journal of Social Economics
Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to examine the ways of improving performance of agricultural
projects through stakeholder engagement and knowledge management in a Sub-Saharan context.
Design/methodology/approach – Data were collected using a self-administered questionnaire from
342 agricultural projects in Mukono and Wakiso districts in Uganda. Descriptive statistics and
inferential statistics were used in the analysis.
Findings – The results reveal that stakeholder engagement and knowledge management are valuable
intangible resources that significantly influence performance of agricultural projects. The findings,
managerial and policy implications are fully discussed in this paper.
Originality/value – The authors empirically show that a model that synchronizes stakeholder
engagement, knowledge management and performance of agricultural projects is a requirement for
promoting sustainable agricultural performance outcomes. This study makes a contribution by providing
information that is relevant for filling the practical gap that exists in agricultural projects of Sub-Saharan
Africa as well as contributing to the theoretical development of project management discipline.
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Keywords
Uganda, Stakeholder engagement, Performance, Sub-Saharan Africa, Knowledge management, Agricultural projects
Citation
Nkuruziza, G., Kasekende, F., Otengei, SO, Mujabi, S., & Ntayi, JM (2016). An investigation of key predictors of performance of agricultural projects in Sub-Saharan Africa: A case of Uganda. International Journal of Social Economics .DOI 10.1108/IJSE-09-2014-0181