Corruption in health service delivery in local governments in semi-urban areas: A case study of Kawempe Division.

Abstract

Corruption especially in Health service delivery is a barrier to people’s health and therefore tremendous and concerted efforts must be applied to end the scourge. It is a matter of urgency that requires efforts from all people

This research book is most useful for it is a case study that examines the Causes, Forms and Manifestations and the Impact of Corruption on the people of Kawempe Division. The choice of this division is significant for it acts as a mirror of what is taking place in all places/regions in Uganda. The research will also be useful to Local Governments, Ministry of Health and Students and can serve as a basis for minimising Corruption in Health service delivery. It will also be purposeful for the Future Researchers whose basic interest is in the Health sector

The research is basically ordered chronologically in Six (6) chapters. Each chapter concentrates on a particular aspect. This is introduction, objectives, significance of the Study and research question s are captured in chapter one. Chapter Two reviews Literature while chapter Three briefly gives the Methodology. Data presentation is reflective of the landmark of this research and it forms chapter Four. Chapter Five is Data Analysis and Findings. Conclusions and Recommendations forms chapter Six

It is my hope that the Beneficiaries will share with me in our keenness to keep the ball rotating till basic health requirements are meant